Unveiling the 2024 Kia EV9: A Comprehensive Review

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2024 Kia EV9 to Hit Vancouver Island Shores Later this Fall.

With the highly anticipated arrival of the 3-row Kia EV9 on Vancouver Island shores in late 2023, the electric vehicle market is set to witness a revolutionary shift. Competing with high-end models like Rivian R1S, Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, Tesla Model X, and Volvo EX90, the Kia EV9 promises to bring luxury electric SUVs within the reach of most families, thereby opening up a whole new market for EVs.

Models

The Kia EV9 will have four trim levels to choose from: Wind RWD, Land AWD, Land AWD Premium, Land AWD GT-Line. Here are the highlights:

Wind RWD

• Rear wheel drive
• 200 HP / 258 lb-ft
• 2000 lbs towing
• 489-kilometre range
• 7 passenger seating

Land AWD

• All wheel drive
• 379hp / 442 lb-ft
• 5000 lbs towing
• 451-kilometre range
• 7 passenger seating

Land AWD Premium

• All wheel drive
• 379hp / 442 lb-ft
• 5000 lbs towing
• 451-kilometre range
• Intelligent Terrain Mode
• V2L – vehicle to load with outside outlet capability
• 6-passenger + 2^nd row captains relaxation seats

Land AWD GT-Line Pkg

• All wheel drive
• 379hp / 516 lb-ft
• 5000 lbs towing
• 435-kilometre range
• Intelligent Terrain Mode
• V2L – vehicle to load with outside outlet capability
• 6-passenger + 2^nd row captains relaxation seats

Powertrains and Performance

The Kia EV9 comes with multiple powertrain options, including a 200-hp single electric motor with rear-wheel drive, or a 379-hp dual electric motor with all-wheel drive. The range varies from 435 to 489 kilometres, depending on the version. Regardless of the powertrain, the EV9 delivers a robust performance with impressive towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds on all but the Wind RWD model.

Interior and Design

This innovative three row all-electric SUV will be an absolute gamechanger for anyone looking for more room out of an electric vehicle.

The EV9’s wheelbase is approximately 8 inches longer than the Kia Telluride, suggesting a more spacious interior than its gas-powered counterpart. The flat interior floor design further enhances the roominess, making it a comfortable ride for families. Depending on your needs, you can choose between a six-seat configuration with second-row captain’s chairs or a seven-seat configuration with a bench seat.

As for the exterior dimensions, the vehicle measures 197.4 inches in length, 77.9 inches in width, and a height ranging from 69.1 to 70.1 inches. The cargo volume depends on seat configuration, but it offers plenty of space for all your storage needs.

Range and Battery

The Kia EV9 offers various range options depending on the battery and model. Here are the key configurations:

• Land GT-Line, 99.8 kWh battery, AWD — 435 kms
• Land Premium, 99.8 kWh battery, AWD — 451 kms
• Land, 99.8 kWh battery, AWD — 451 kms
• Wind, 99.8 kWh battery, RWD — 489 kms

One of the highlights of the EV9 is its ability to charge the battery from 10 percent to 80 percent in under 25 minutes, making it suitable for long-distance travels and busy families alike.

Safety and Driver Assistance

Kia has packed the EV9 with advanced safety features and driver assistance systems. Notably, the EV9 Land AWD Premium and Land AWD GT-Line come with Blind View Monitor, Surround View Monitor, Parking Distance Warning, Parking Collison Warning, Parking Collison Avoidance Assist. The Land AWD GT-Line additionally comes with Remote Smart Parking Assist 2.

All EV9 models boasts all the latest advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), including blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic warning, lane-keeping assistance, and adaptive cruise control with lane changing. It also features an Advanced Highway Driving Assist (AHDA) and an upgraded automatic emergency braking (AEB) feature that can detect oncoming vehicles while turning left and crossing vehicles while passing through an intersection. The EV9 has a rearview camera, 10 airbags, Lane Follow Assist, Lane Keep Assist, and Highway Drive Assist too.

Conclusion