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2026 Kia EV9
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2026 Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 lands in the heart of the popular mid-sized three-row SUV as the first fully electric family hauler offered by a mainstream brand. The six- or seven-seater is based on the E-GMP platform used for other Genesis, Hyundai, and Kia electric vehicles, and it's about the same size as the Telluride SUV. Single-motor with 215-hp rear-wheel drive or 379-hp, dual-motor all-wheel drive are offered. The 99.8 kWh battery provides an estimated EPA range of 305 miles for the long range rear-wheel drive, and 283 miles for the all-wheel drive. Both AC and DC-fast charging are relatively quick. The EV9 is quick and quiet. The ride is a bit firm but comfortable and handling is responsive but not sporty. Some controls are unusual but are easy enough to get used to. All versions come standard with a full suite of advanced safety and driver assist features including a lane change assist when using the adaptive cruise control.

Market value
$40,200
Fuel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
7
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Model year 2026
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability 2/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Electric
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Direct, 1-speed
Category
Electric SUVs 3-row
Generation began
2024

Pricing

Current retail median
$40,200
Retail value range
$34,300 - $48,625
Original MSRP range
$54,900 - $71,900
Trade-in range
$32,595 - $46,605

Ratings

Road test score
89/100
Reliability
2/5

Fuel economy

EPA combined
83 MPG

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.1 sec
0-60 mph
5.3 sec
60-0 mph braking
126 ft
Avoidance speed
50.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
197 in
Width
78 in
Height
69 in
Wheelbase
122 in
Weight
5,715 lb
Maximum load
1,235 lb
Towing capacity
3,500 lb

Interior

Seating
7 people
Front head room
4.5 in
Front leg room
43.5 in
Rear head room
5 in
Rear leg room
31.5 in
Cargo volume
45.5 cu ft
Luggage
1+2+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
10/10
Greenhouse gas score
9/10
SmartWay
Elite

Brand context

About Kia

For almost any modern vehicle category, there’s a Kia that’s worth considering buying. Among small and midsized SUVs, models like the Sportage and Sorento rank near the top in their respective classes for their nice interiors, ride comfort, and appropriately powerful engines. SUVs like the Telluride have ride comfort, interior space, and overall value that earn it regular placement near the top of Consumer Reports’ ratings. Fuel economy across the brand is generally good, but hybrid and plug-in hybrid options are available for even more miles per gallon. Plug-in hybrid options have useful all-electric driving range. Kia EVs are generally competent, ranging from compact sedans up to a three-row SUV. Kia’s reliability scores have been improving, but other brands score higher in our rankings. Specific Kia models have earned our recommendation among used cars.

Vehicle ID: 34663 Updated: December 4, 2025

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