The exceptional design and technology of the Kia EV9 transforms the SUV driving experience
The Kia EV9, Kia's first three-row seat electric flagship EUV, has been revealed. It represents the company's rapid transformation into a provider of sustainable mobility solutions in the age of electrification and introduces new ideas, design, and technology to the market.
Quick facts
- 3,100 mm wheelbase; 5,010 mm overall length; 1,980 mm wide; 1,755 mm tall
- choice of 21-inch, 20-inch or 19-inch wheels
- Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) standard model: 76.1-kWh battery; 160 kW / 350 Nm electric motor; 0 to 100 km/h in 8,2s acceleration
- Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Long Range variant: 99.8-kWh battery; 150 kW / 350 Nm electric motor; 0 to 100 km/h in 9,4s acceleration
- All Wheel Drive (AWD) variant: 99.8-kWh battery; 283 kW / 600 Nm electric motor; 0 to 100 km/h in 6s acceleration
According to the World Harmonized Light Vehicle Testing Procedure (WLTP), the EV9's game-changing Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) provides athletic performance and a targeted all-electric range of over 541 kilometres. The EV9 battery pack can be charged to a level where it can power the car for 239 kilometres using ultra-quick 800-volt charging in about 15 minutes.
The Highway Driving Pilot (HDP) system, which will be offered in the Kia EV9 GT-line in the future and which will enable conditional Level 3 autonomous driving in some markets, is only one of several technological advances. It also brings the Kia Connect Store, which gives customers the option to choose the features they want and continuously enhance the capability of the EV9 via Over the Air (OTA) upgrades at any time. This enables customers to purchase digital features and services on demand.
In the second quarter of 2023, Kia will start accepting pre-orders for the EV9 for the Korean market. In a few international regions, the Kia EV9 will start going on sale in the second half of the year.
The EV9 reimagines the all-electric SUV with a distinctive combination of natural and contemporary components, guided by the brand's "Opposites United" design philosophy. The EV9's design has been significantly influenced by the "Bold for Nature" design pillar, which encourages the fusion of elements from the natural and material worlds.
The Kia EV9 has a selection of seating configurations to meet different needs. It has seven- and six-seater versions, as well as a number of second-row seat arrangements that can accommodate a total of four people and are appropriate for a variety of uses, including travelling, charging, and sleeping. The first row has seats designed for leisure, ensuring a suitable position for sleeping. The second row offers four sitting options, including three-seater bench seats, basic-type, relaxation-type, and swivel-type two-seater independent seats, which gives customers a range of usage alternatives for the first time among worldwide EV models.
Kia's stated path to reach carbon neutrality by 2045 and its strategic ambition to lead in sustainable mobility go beyond only offering electric vehicle drivetrains with no emissions. The EV9 takes this to the next level by applying eco-friendly materials to set new standards in sustainable transportation. These also cover the materials used in the building of the vehicle.
As the first vehicle to adopt the brand's three-step Design Sustainability Strategy, which aims to phase out the use of leather, incorporate ten sustainable features into all new Kia models, and steadily increase the use of bio-based materials like corn, sugar cane, and natural oils, the Kia EV9 represents a significant milestone. By 2030, Kia wants to utilise 20% more recycled plastic than it already does.
Because Kia approached the design of the EV9's electric drivetrain holistically, the SUV's agile performance is matched with an exceptional range. This enables EV9 customers to spend as little time as possible at the charging station and as much time on the road, giving families complete confidence to make long road trips. For instance, the WLTP estimates that the RWD Long Range model with 19-inch wheels gives a target range of more than 541 kilometres. The vehicle's battery pack can be recharged with enough energy to run it for 239 kilometres using an incredibly quick 800 Volt charging system in around 15 minutes.
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have made it possible for the EV9 to have several extra capabilities, including Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 (RSPA 2). With the help of this technology, the EV9 can park itself whether the driver is in or out of the car. The driver starts the process by pressing the Digital Key 2 smart key from Kia.
The RSPA 2 steers the EV9 into the assigned parking space automatically while managing the accelerator, brakes, and shifter using ultrasonic sensors to detect impediments. Also, the system will automatically apply the brakes if it detects an obstruction in the path of the car. Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA), another function of the EV9, helps drivers avoid hitting oncoming traffic when they are reversing.
In addition to these safety measures, the car has various innovative driver assistance systems from Kia that increase passenger safety. These systems include Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), and Lane Keeping Assist. Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA 2) permits lane changes and uses a hands-on detection (HOD) sensor to ensure driver engagement, while Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC) assures safe driving on highways and automobile-only routes.
Kia is getting ready to launch a number of international promotional initiatives under the slogan "Here to reshape the way we move". This claim reflects the firm's dedication to innovation and its outlook for a more sustainable, effective, and practical future.
With the EV9, Kia is ready to redefine what it means to travel in comfort and style and establish a new benchmark for electric vehicles.
