After unveiling the official images of the 2024 Kia EV9 two weeks ago, Kia has now revealed more information about its flagship electric SUV, including specifications, dimensions, and features.
Based on Hyundai’s Global Electric-Modular Platform (E-GMP), Kia’s first three-row electric SUV comes in three different drivetrain configurations, all featuring fourth-generation battery technology.
The base variant is the EV9 RWD Standard, equipped with a 76.1-kilowatt-hour battery pack that powers an electric motor producing 215 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. With this power, the Kia EV9 RWD Standard can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 8.2 seconds.
For those more interested in range than performance, there’s the option of the Kia EV9 RWD Long Range, which features a 99.8-kilowatt-hour battery pack and an electric motor delivering 201 horsepower. The car can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 9.4 seconds and has an estimated range of over 336 miles (541 km) according to WLTP testing, when equipped with 19-inch wheels.
This larger battery pack also powers the range-topping EV9 AWD, which uses two electric motors for a combined power output of 380 horsepower and maximum torque of 600 Nm. With this power, the electric SUV can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds.
If that’s still not fast enough, the EV9 AWD is also offered with an optional Boost function that reduces the car’s acceleration time to 5.3 seconds.
Kia has not yet disclosed the range of the EV9 RWD Standard and EV9 AWD, but it has announced that the 800-volt super-fast charging system will provide an additional 238 km in about 15 minutes of charging.
Similar to other models based on the E-GMP platform, the EV9 also comes with Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality, allowing the vehicle to supply electricity to civilian electrical devices through a socket system on board.
One of the highlights of the EV9’s technology is its highway driving assist system, which enables Level 3 autonomous driving under permissible conditions. Thanks to its 15 sensors, the highway driving assist system can scan and detect objects in a full 360-degree field of view to prevent potential collisions.
In addition, the EV9 is equipped with the Kia Connect Store feature, which allows customers to purchase on-demand digital features and services. This will enable users to continuously upgrade the capabilities of the EV9 through over-the-air (OTA) updates at any time.
The EV9 also comes with Kia’s Digital Key 2, which uses Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) technology to allow users to unlock and start the vehicle with their smartphones, even when the key is inside a pocket or purse.
For Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), the list is extensive and includes features such as Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA), Blind-Spot Avoidance Assist (BCA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), and Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC), among others.
In terms of dimensions, the EV9 has similar measurements to the Telluride, with a length of 5,010 mm, a width of 1,980 mm, and a height of 1,755 mm. The vehicle’s wheelbase measures 3,100 mm.
Kia says the crossover will be available with either a 6-seater or 7-seater configuration, offering spacious seating for all passengers in the comfort of a first-class waiting lounge.
Additionally, the second-row seats of the vehicle can be rotated 180 degrees, allowing passengers in the second and third rows to interact. The third-row occupants are also provided with cupholders and charging ports.
In addition to the standard model introduced earlier this month, the Kia EV9 will also offer a GT-Line variant with sportier styling enhancements such as different front and rear bumpers, wheels, and special paint colors.
The Kia EV9 will make its public debut at the Seoul Mobility Show 2023 later this month, followed by a North American unveiling at the New York International Auto Show in early April.
TrangNT (forum.autodaily.vn)
