Very Good
Matt Campbell
2026 Kia EV9 GT review
The biggest question isn’t whether this big, fast electric SUV is a good car or not – it’s whether it’s a necessary car.
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Overview
Variant
Air
Variant
Select
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
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Engine size
1.4 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Power and torque
160kW / 350Nm
Power and torque
110kW / 250Nm
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758km
Warranty
7 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
7
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
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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
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Driver Modes
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: 84
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
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
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear 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
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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
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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 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
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
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 (Country Highway): 135
CO2 Level (Combined): 149
CO2 Level (Urban): 192
Standard Met: EU5
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Single Pedal Driving: yes
Energy Recuperation
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WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
WLTP Emissions
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Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Engine
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Engine
Engine (cc): 1395
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Djka
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel Tanks
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
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
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 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
Smart Charging
Plug Charge: yes
V2L Charging
Maximum Outlet Power: 3.6
Number of Outlets: 1
Total Power: 3.6
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)
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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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): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 8.25
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 758
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 471
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 29
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: 9.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 199
Maximum Speed (mph): 124
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): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: ISO
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
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: 8
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
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: 2
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-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
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
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): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
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: MQB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
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): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 56.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1605
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 521
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
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Front Track (in): 61.9
Front Track (mm): 1572
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 161
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Overall Height (in): 63.1
Overall Height (mm): 1603
Overall Length (in): 172.8
Overall Length (mm): 4390
Overall Width (in): 72.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 79.7
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2025
Overall Width (mm): 1841
Rear Track (in): 60.5
Rear Track (mm): 1537
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 103.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2638
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): 41.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1058
Rear Headroom (in): 40.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 1020
Front Hip Room (in): 58.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1486
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1445
Ramp Angles
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Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 18.4
Departure Angle: 18.7
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: Ellipsoidal
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
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: Green
Type: Pearl
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Metallic
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
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/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
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): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 690
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1521
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1540
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3395
Tare Weight (kg): 1510
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 90
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
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
Brand: Other
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
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
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
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
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
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Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
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 Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Marketed As Sustainable Vegan: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
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: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Heat Pump: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Mobile Phone (Ultra-Wideband)
Power Locks
Operation: key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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