Kia EV9: The Large Electric SUV in Photos and Exclusive Video

Scheduled for late 2023, the 7-seater electric SUV Kia EV9 reveals its style through a scoop video and spy photos.

With the Kia EV6, we thought the Korean brand had launched its top-of-the-line model. Wrong, as the manufacturer is developing an even larger electric vehicle, the full-size SUV Kia EV9.

A video showing everything!

This week, the Kia EV9 is more imminent than ever. It was spotted during pre-production testing in Germany by traditional scoop hunters. The model is still covered with tarps, revealing only its general shape. However, the beast is recognizable, closely resembling the concept car previewed at the end of 2021. It also features camera mirrors, a feature that previously only appeared on the (distant) Hyundai Ioniq 5 cousin.

Even better, the Korean SUV was caught without any camouflage in a video. It was shot in Santiago, Chile, possibly during a filming or photoshoot session. The EV9’s very angular design contrasts sharply with the curves of the Kia EV6; it will look very similar to the concept. Similar to a very large electric Niro, it will hide its front headlights at the ends, and features black/gray side skirts that contrast with the blue color of this example. As for the interior, patience will be required.

What range and price for the Kia EV9?

The starting price is estimated around €60,000, with a possible rear-wheel drive (RWD) version of 225 hp. There will be all-wheel-drive variants, probably with a choice between two battery sizes. The range should be between 350 and 450 km. The presentation will take place this year, but it is still uncertain whether the Kia EV9 will deliver its first units in 2023.

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