Kia EV9 SUV, starting at 53100 £

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The Kia EV9 SUV impresses with 508 HP 563 km and an attractive starting price of 53100 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.

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EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.5 - 22.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 443 - 563 km

Design & Presence

The Kia EV9 makes a theatrical entrance: a boxy, squared-off three-row SUV that measures just over 5.0 metres (5015 mm) and stretches 1.98 m wide, so it looks purposeful on the road. The styling blends a modern, almost minimalist face with crisp lighting signatures and a high shoulder line that reads decidedly SUV rather than crossover. Multiple configurations are available — rear- or all-wheel drive, battery packs of 76.1 or 99.8 kWh and power outputs that span roughly 204 to 508 hp — so the EV9 can be tailored toward efficiency or outright pace.

Interior & Usability

Inside, the EV9 leans on spaciousness and modern minimalism with a wide dash and generous use of soft-touch materials that lift it above mainstream rivals. Seating is offered in six- or seven-seat layouts, with second-row captain’s chairs available for easier access and more comfort. With all seats in place cargo space is modest (around 333 litres), but folding the rear rows opens up to well over 2,300 litres for luggage, bikes or flat-packed furniture.

Space & Everyday Practicality

Legroom and headroom in the first two rows feel generous thanks to the long 5-metre footprint, making long journeys comfortable for adults in the front and second row. The third row is best suited to children or occasional adult use—usable for school runs and short trips but tight for full-time adult passengers on motorway stretches. Payload varies with specification (roughly 542–615 kg), and practical touches like wide-opening doors and a relatively flat load floor when seats are folded keep everyday loading straightforward.

Driving & Handling

Driving the EV9 is a reminder that big electric SUVs can be both composed and quick: outputs vary from around 204 hp in rear-wheel-drive versions to as much as 508 hp in top AWD models, with torque figures up to the 700+ Nm region in performance specs. Acceleration ranges from about 9.4 seconds for the slower RWD cars to 4.6 seconds for the fastest twin-motor variants, which translates to effortless overtakes and confident motorway merging. At roughly 2.4–2.6 tonnes curb weight the EV9 isn’t nimble like a compact SUV, but suspension tuning keeps body control acceptable and ride comfort prioritised over razor-sharp handling.

Efficiency/Consumption & Range

Efficiency is competitive for its size: consumption figures cluster between about 19.5 and 22.8 kWh/100 km depending on drive and battery, which is typical for a 5-metre three-row EV. With the large 99.8 kWh battery the EV9 can achieve WLTP ranges in the region of 505–563 km depending on setup, while the smaller 76.1 kWh pack drops range to around 443 km. In everyday use this means long motorway runs are feasible without frantic charging stops, although real-world range falls with high speeds, heavy loads or very cold weather.

Assistance & Infotainment

The EV9’s cockpit is dominated by large digital displays and a modern infotainment layout that supports navigation, smartphone integration and over‑the‑air updates to keep software current. Driver assistance packages include adaptive cruise, lane centring and advanced parking aids that provide semi-autonomous help on highways and in tight spaces. These systems are useful for long-distance driving and family trips but still require driver supervision, while the tech suite helps the EV9 feel like a fully modern electric flagship.

Who is it for?

The EV9 suits buyers who need genuine three-row practicality combined with electric range—the sort of family that wants long-distance comfort, generous load space and the option of a powerful AWD variant for sharper performance. Those prioritising maximum range and efficiency will lean toward the long‑range RWD versions with the larger battery, while customers wanting brisk acceleration should consider the twin‑motor options that chop 0–100 km/h times into the mid-single digits. Price and running costs remain key considerations, but the EV9 delivers a convincing package for owners moving up from midsize SUVs or replacing large combustion-engined people carriers.

Costs and Consumption

Price
53100 - 78000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
76.1 - 99.8 kWh
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Curb weight
2392 - 2664 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
5010 - 5015 mm
Width
1980 mm
Height
1755 - 1780 mm
Max trunk capacity
2318 - 2393 L
Payload
542 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
185 - 200 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Is the Kia EV9 offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia EV9 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.