Kia is teasing its first electric SUV, the EV9, ahead of its 2023 debut. The three-row electric SUV first appeared as a concept vehicle at the 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show, but as it nears production, Kia is giving us a closer look at what we can expect.
As the electric SUV market heats up, with demand climbing for EVs like the Rivian R1S and Tesla Model X, Kia is introducing its own “flagship” EV SUV, the EV9.
2022 has been a hit for Kia with its first dedicated electric vehicle, the EV6 making its presence known in the EV market. After achieving record sales in November, Kia looks to keep the momentum rolling as it expands its zero-emission offerings.
The Kia EV9 will be Kia’s second dedicated electric vehicle sitting atop The Hyundai Motor Group’s E-GMP platform, the same one used for Hyundai’s award-winning IONIQ 5 and Kia’s EV6.
Like its parent company Hyundai, Kia has embraced fully electric technology, even infusing EV-inspired design elements into its entire KONA lineup as it winds down gas-powered car sales.
The EV9 is expected to be a game changer for both Kia and the electric SUV market. The concept was first revealed at the LA Auto Show in 2021, and then in March, Kia released additional details, including a 0 to 100km/h time of 5 seconds and 540 km range (336 miles) on a full charge.
