8.2
2025 Kia EV9 review
The Air may be the cheapest Kia EV9, but this full-sized electric SUV is still over $100,000 drive-away. Is it worth the coin?
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William Stopford
Kia EV9 vs Jeep Grand Cherokee Comparison
Kia EV9
Jeep Grand Cherokee
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2024 Kia
EV9
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2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.2
7.4
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Based on the Kia EV9 AIR
Based on the Jeep Grand Cherokee SUMMIT RESERVE 4xe PHEV (4x4)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
NA
87L
922 km
Warranty
7 year
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5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$97,000 - $121,000
$69,450 - $115,950
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CarExpert's Take
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Show-stopping style
- Great ride, handling balance
- Beaten many brands to the punch
Misses
- Third row a bit tight
- Price premium over equivalent ICE SUV
- Can be a pain to park
Mike Costello
Senior Contributor
Mike Costello drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- A PHEV that can tow and go off-road
- Doesn't lack power or torque
- Luxurious interior, imposing exterior
Misses
- Overly steep list pricing
- EV range and hybrid efficiency
- Rear seat toe room
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$990)
- Premium Paint (+$1,490)
Colours Available
Standard: $NCO
- Flare Red
Premium Paint: $990
- Iceberg Green
- Pebble Grey
- Snow White Pearl
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Panthera Metal
Matte Paint: $3495*
- Ocean Blue Matte (GT-Line only)
Bright White is standard, while premium paint is a $1750 option across the range. The following finishes are available:
- Silver Zynith
- Baltic Grey
- Diamond Black
- Rocky Mountain
- Midnight Sky
- Hydro Blue
- Velvet Red
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | SEQUENTIAL MPORT EFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 3604 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 3.6L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | V6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 160kW - 283kW | 210kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 6400 | |
| Torque | ||
| 350Nm - 700Nm | 344Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 11.3 | |
