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Kia EV9 (2023 – current) | Professional Ranking


Summary


The Kia EV9 is a large upmarket seven-seat SUV, and Kia’s flagship all-electric model, which became available to order in the UK in Autumn 2023.

A similar size to the latest Range Rover, the EV9 is Kia’s largest model and can comfortably accommodate seven adult occupants – a fact that What Car?‘s Will Nightingale says will give the car an “undeniable appeal” with some British buyers. That said, the EV9 is also Kia’s most expensive model, ever in fact.

Carbuyer‘s Andy Goodwin points out that other large premium SUVs at this price point have more a higher quality interior fit and finish, and for those that are expecting the switch to electric power to lead to future savings, Richard Ingram of Auto Express warns that “poor efficiency means this EV9 won’t cost peanuts to run.”

However, other outlets argue that the SUV is truly impressive and justifies its price tag in other ways. The Driving Electric team praises the EV9’s “strong electric range” and “seemingly endless standard equipment list”, while Top Gear‘s Ollie Kew concludes that the SUV “feels tough enough for everyday family life, feature-stuffed enough to be future-proof, and packing enough range and performance to justify a price that would’ve seemed laughable for a Kia – or any Korean car – a decade ago.”

As of November 2023, the Kia EV9 holds an Expert Rating of 76%, based on 11 reviews published by the UK motoring media at the European launch. We expect several more reviews to be published in coming weeks after the UK launch, which may increase or decrease this score.

EV9 highlights

  • Long battery range
  • Plenty of space and practicality
  • Well-equipped as standard
  • Very fast max charging speed

EV9 lowlights

  • Interior quality doesn’t match similarly-priced rivals
  • Expensive, base price and up
  • Slightly firm ride comfort
  • Fiddly touch-sensitive controls

Key specifications


Body style: Large SUV
Engines:
electric, battery-powered
Price:
From £64,995 on-road

Launched: Autumn 2019
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA



Reviews, road tests and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

No safety rating

As of November 2023, the Kia EV9 has not been crash tested by Euro NCAP.

Eco rating


Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of November 2023, the Kia EV9 has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

Reliability rating

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Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

No reliability rating

As of November 2023, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Kia EV9 to generate a reliability rating.

The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as we have sufficient data on the EV9, we’ll publish the score here.

Running cost rating

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Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

No data yet

As of November 2023, we don’t have independently verified data available for the Kia EV9. Check back again soon.

Awards


Trophies, prizes and awards that the Kia EV9 has received.

2023

  • What Car? Awards – Reader’s Choice Award

Similar cars


If you’re looking at the Kia EV9, you might also be interested in these alternatives.

BMW iX | Hyundai Ioniq 7 | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV | Range Rover plug-in hybrid | Tesla Model X | Volkswagen ID. Buzz | Volvo EX90


More news, reviews and information about the Kia EV9 at The Car Expert

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