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2025 Kia EV9 - Air
Automatic, 5-door SUV, Electric, RWD
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Overview
Variant
Air
Variant
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Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
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Engine size
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Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
160kW / 350Nm
Power and torque
215kW / 450Nm
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Warranty
7 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
7
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Electric
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping City: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping Corner Reaction: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping Highway Exit: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: 84
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 120
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 14.50
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Front Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Front
Front Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 84
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Steering Wheel Heating: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Immobilisation: yes
Months Subscription Included: 84
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Remote Seat Heating Control: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Tow Away Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Programmable Settings: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: 3rd Row
Number of Ports in Third Row: 2
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Remote Battery Management
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Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 0
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
CO2 Level (Urban): 0
Standard Met: ZEV
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Single Pedal Driving: yes
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 12
Mode 2 Duration: 31.00
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 10
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 amps (A): 48
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 7.96
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 22.72
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 11.36
Mode 3 Duration: 7.00
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 10.50
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 10.50
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 10
Mode 3 Voltage: 230
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.34
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.72
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 1.44
Mode 4 Duration: 0.33
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 210.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 210.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 10
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.00
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 8.29
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 24.78
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 12.39
Mode 3 Duration: 8.00
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.35
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.79
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 1.57
Mode 4 Duration: 0.35
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 225.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 225.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 10
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 350
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 217.6
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 160.0
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 450
Motor 1 Location: Rear
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 292.4
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 215.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Cell Count: 348
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 632.0
High Power Charger: yes
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 76.09
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 11.0
Range (km): 443.00
Range (miles): 275.27
Electric Power Source
Battery Cell Count: 180
Battery Supplier: Lg Energy Solution
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 800.0
High Power Charger: yes
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 83.00
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 11.0
Useable Battery (kWh): 75.80
Smart Charging
Plug Charge: yes
Smart Charging
Plug Charge: yes
V2L Charging
Maximum Outlet Power: 3.6
Number of Outlets: 1
Total Power: 3.6
V2L Charging
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Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Rear Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Rear Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 2: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 2 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 2
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Size (in): 5.30
Dashboard Centre 2 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 14.50
Dashboard Centre 1 Television: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Dashboard Passenger Side
Dashboard Passenger Side Screen Size (in): 10.90
Dashboard Passenger Side Television: yes
Dashboard Passenger Side Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 11.90
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Type: Full Digital
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.2
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 190
Maximum Speed (km/h): 190
Maximum Speed (mph): 118
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.0
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 218
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 218
Maximum Power (kW): 160
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 160
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 292
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 292
Maximum Power (kW): 215
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 215
Maximum Torque (Nm): 450
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 450
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Touch Controls: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 105
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 105
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: E-Gmp
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: PPE
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 3.2
Frunk Capacity (L): 90
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 81.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 2318
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 333
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 2.3
Frunk Capacity (L): 64
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 56.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 1593
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12380
Front Track (in): 67.0
Front Track (mm): 1702
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.0
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 177
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 40.6
Overall Height (in): 69.1
Overall Height (mm): 1755
Overall Length (in): 197.2
Overall Length (mm): 5010
Overall Width (in): 78.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 90.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2300
Overall Width (mm): 1980
Rear Track (in): 67.5
Rear Track (mm): 1714
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12400
Wheelbase (in): 122.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3100
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 65.4
Front Track (mm): 1661
Overall Height (in): 66.3
Overall Height (mm): 1685
Overall Length (in): 187.8
Overall Length (mm): 4771
Overall Width (in): 76.3
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 86.3
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2193
Overall Width (mm): 1939
Rear Track (in): 64.6
Rear Track (mm): 1640
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12100
Wheelbase (in): 113.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2889
Internal Dimensions
3rd Row Headroom (in): 39.5
3rd Row Headroom (mm): 1004
Front Headroom (in): 41.2
Front Headroom (mm): 1046
Rear Headroom (in): 39.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 1012
3rd Row Leg Room (in): 30.8
3rd Row Leg Room (mm): 783
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1052
Rear Leg Room (in): 42.8
Rear Leg Room (mm): 1086
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 42.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1075
Rear Headroom (in): 39.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 1014
Front Hip Room (in): 60.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1547
Rear Hip Room (in): 59.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1504
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1491
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1444
Ramp Angles
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Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 18.0
Departure Angle: 25.7
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Electric
Exterior Door Handles
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Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Paint
External Colour: Green
Type: Pearl
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear Side
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 900
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1984
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 450
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 992
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2960
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6526
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2312
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5097
Tare Weight (kg): 2312
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2740
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6041
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2200
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4850
Tare Weight (kg): 2200
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 180
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Subwoofer: yes
Surround Sound: yes
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Luxury Trim
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Door Sill Protector
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Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: All Three Rows
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Third Row Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Third Row Seat Belts
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Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Lane Change Activation Method: Switch
Lane Change Active From Startup: yes
Lane Changing: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Auto
Traffic Sign Response City: yes
Traffic Sign Response Off Highway: yes
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor & Camera
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 84.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20231201
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 76.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20291231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2023
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 85.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Kia Ev9 Electric Base, Lhd, 5dr Suv
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 91.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20241101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 81.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20301201
ANCAP Rating Year: 2024
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 82.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor & Camera
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Marketed As Sustainable Vegan: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+3+2
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Heat Pump: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Heat Pump: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Mobile Phone (Ultra-Wideband)
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Service
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Roof
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Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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