The 2025 Kia EV9 is expected to set a new standard in the world of electric SUVs, blending futuristic design, cutting-edge technology, and eco-friendly performance. As a bold flagship model in Kia's growing EV lineup, the EV9 will likely come with enhancements over the 2024 model, emphasizing increased range, more advanced autonomous driving features, and improved sustainability efforts.
Design
The EV9 will continue its signature bold, angular exterior design, likely featuring new aerodynamic improvements. Its front end might include a more refined "Digital Tiger Face" with a reimagined light signature. Expect sharp, clean lines combined with a robust, almost futuristic silhouette, retaining its 3-row SUV proportions. Kia may also expand customization options, allowing for a variety of color schemes and finishes, including recycled and sustainable materials.
Performance
The 2025 EV9 is anticipated to push boundaries with better range and performance. An upgraded battery system could deliver an estimated range of 350 to 400 miles, enhanced by fast-charging capabilities that allow it to regain up to 80% of its charge in under 25 minutes. All-wheel drive options with multiple electric motors might generate up to 500 horsepower, providing strong acceleration while maintaining efficiency.
Interior & Technology
Inside, the EV9 should continue to emphasize a modern, minimalist cabin with a focus on both comfort and sustainability. Expect expanded use of recycled materials throughout the interior, with improved seating configurations and potentially new luxury features like massage seats and enhanced climate control for all three rows.
Brand |
Kia |
Model |
EV9 2025 |
Status |
Coming soon |
Release Date |
2025 |
Type |
Electric Car |
Specifications |
|
Height: w/o Roof Rails |
68.9 in |
Width |
77.9 in |
Length |
197.2 in |
Wheelbase |
122.0 in |
Track: Front/Rear 19-inch wheels |
67.0 / 67.5 in |
Ground Clearance |
7.0 in |
Approach Angle |
20.0 ° |
Departure Angle |
22.8 ° |
Head Room: w/o Sunroof 1st / 2nd row / 3rd row |
41.2 / 39.8 / 39.5 in. |
Shoulder Room: 1st / 2nd row / 3rd row |
61.6 / 60.0 / 55.0 in. |
Hip Room: 1st / 2nd row / 3rd row |
59.4 / 57.9 / 41.9 in. |
Leg Room: 1st / 2nd row / 3rd row (w/ 2nd-Row Bench) |
41.4 / 42.8 / 30.8 in |
Total Interior Volume: 7-Passenger |
158.8 cu. Ft |
Cargo Volume (SAE): behind 1st row / behind 2nd row / behind 3rd row |
81.7 / 43.5 / 20.2 cu. Ft |
Front Trunk (Frunk) Cargo Volume (SAE) |
3.2 cu. Ft |
Gross Weight: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
6,415 lb |
Motor Type |
Permanent Magnet Synchronous (PMSM) |
Motor Horsepower (SAE) |
215 HP |
Motor Torque (SAE) |
258 lb.-ft |
0-60 mph (sec.) from Standstill |
7.7 |
Drive Battery Type |
Lithium-Ion |
Drive Battery Capacity |
120.6 Ah |
Drive Battery Voltage |
632 V |
Drive Battery Energy |
76.1 kWh |
Drive Battery Weight |
1,021 lb |
Onboard Charger Power |
10.9 kW |
AC Normal Charge Time (10-100% @ 120V w/ In-Cable Control Box) |
Approx. 64 hours & 25 minutes |
AC Normal Charge Time (10-100% @ 240V / 11kw via Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) Level 2 Charger |
Approx. 6 hours & 45 minutes |
DC Fast Charge Time (10-80% @ 50 kW via Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) Level 3 Charger |
Approx. 63 min |
DC Fast Charge Time (10-80% @ 350 kW via Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) Level 3 Charger |
Approx. 20 min |
Final Gear ratio (Constant) |
13.16 |
Layout |
Rear-Wheel Drive |
Platform |
E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform) |
Steering Type |
Rack-Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) |
Front Suspension Type |
Independent, MacPherson Multi-link Type Struts, Coil Springs, Stabilizer Bar |
Rear Suspension Type |
5-Link Independent, Multi-link, Stabilizer Bar |
Minimum Turning Circle Radius |
20.3 ft |
Towing Capacity w/out Trailer Brakes |
1,000 lb |
Towing Capacity w/ Trailer Brakes |
2,000 lb |
Braking System |
4-Wheel Disc w/ Antilock Brake System (ABS) |
Front Ventilated Brake Disc Diameter |
14.2 in |
Rear Ventilated Brake Disc Diameter |
13.6 in |
Features |
|
Blind-Spot Collision Warning |
Yes |
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist |
Yes |
Forward Collision Warning |
Yes |
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2 w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist, Junction Turning, Junction Crossing, Direct Oncoming, Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side & Evasive Steering Assist Detection |
Yes |
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist |
Yes |
Park Distance Warning-Rear |
Yes |
Park Distance Warning-Front |
Yes |
Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Lane Following Assist 2 |
Yes |
Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go – Curve |
Yes |
Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go & Machine Learning |
Yes |
Highway Driving Assist 2 |
Yes |
Intelligent Speed Limit Assist |
Yes |
Speed Limit Information Function |
Yes |
Driver Attention Warning |
Yes |
Rear Occupant Alert (Door Logic) |
Yes |
Dual Front Advanced Airbags |
Yes |
Dual Front Side Airbags |
Yes |
Dual Rear Side Airbags |
Yes |
Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags |
Yes |
Driver's Side Knee Airbag |
Yes |
Front Center Airbag |
Yes |
Rollover Sensor |
Yes |
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): 4 |
Yes |
2nd & 3rd Row Seat Belt Reminder |
Yes |
3-Point Seat Belts for All Seating Positions |
Yes |
Front Seat-Belt Pretensioners |
Yes |
Height-Adjustable Front Seat Belt Anchors |
Yes |
Rear View Monitor w/ Dynamic Parking Guidance |
Yes |
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), 4-Wheel Disc Brakes |
Yes |
Vehicle Stability Management |
Yes |
Electronic Stability Control |
Yes |
Hill-Start Assist Control |
Yes |
Downhill Brake Control |
Yes |
High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
Yes |
Push Button Start |
Yes |
Power Windows w/ One-Touch Auto-Up/Down |
Yes |
Auto Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers |
Yes |
Rear Window Washer/Wiper |
Yes |
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror |
Yes |
Heated, Power-Adjustable Side View Mirrors w/ LED Turn Signals |
Yes |
Power-Folding Side View Mirrors |
Yes |
Quiet Mode |
Yes |
Rear Passenger Automatic Climate Control |
Yes |
Rear AC Vents |
Yes |
Industry-leading Kia 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program |
Yes |
8-Way Power Driver's Seat, w/ 2-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment |
Yes |
8-Way Power Passenger's Seat w/ 2-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment |
Yes |
Heated Front Seats |
Yes |
Ventilated Front Seats |
Yes |
Center Console w/ Armrest & Floor Storage Console |
Yes |
2nd-Row Center Arm Rest w/ Cup Holders |
Yes |
2nd-Row Cup Holders (On Center Console) |
Yes |
Front Seat Back Map Pockets |
Yes |
60/40 Split-Folding 2nd-Row Seats |
Yes |
One-Touch Sliding & Folding 2nd-Row Seats |
Yes |
50/50 Split-Folding & Reclining 3rd-Row Seats |
Yes |
Solar Control Glass |
Yes |
Sound-Absorbing Windshield Glass |
Yes |
Sound-Absorbing Front Door Window Glass |
Yes |
SynTex Seat Trim |
Yes |
SynTex-Wrapped Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Metal Paint Interior Accents |
Yes |
Satin Chrome Interior Accents with Cloth Trim Inserts |
Yes |
Door Scuff Plates & Cargo Transverse Trim, Matte Plastic |
Yes |
LED Interior Lighting |
Yes |
LED Illuminated Sun Visor Vanity Mirrors |
Yes |
12.3-inch Touchscreen Display w/ Navigation |
Yes |
12.3-inch Instrument Display |
Yes |
5-inch Climate Display |
Yes |
Smart-Touch Haptic Controls |
Yes |
Over-the-Air System Updates |
Yes |
Over-the-Air Map Updates |
Yes |
Smartphone Digital Key 2 |
Yes |
8-Speaker Audio System |
Yes |
Android Auto |
Yes |
Apple CarPlay |
Yes |
SiriusXM Satellite Radio |
Yes |
Wireless Phone Charger |
Yes |
Pre-Cooling & Heating through Kia Access App |
Yes |
USB-C Data Port Front Console: 1 |
Yes |
Front USB-C Fast Charging Port: 2 |
Yes |
2nd-Row USB-C Fast Charging Ports: 2 |
Yes |
3rd-Row USB-C Fast Charging Ports: 2 |
Yes |
Front 12V Power Port: 1 |
Yes |
110V Power Inverter, 2nd-Row Center Console |
Yes |
110V Power Inverter Outlet (V2L), Rear Cargo |
Yes |
Schedule Maintenance Reminder through Kia Access App |
Yes |
Bluetooth Wireless Technology w/ Multi-Device Connectivity |
Yes |
Smart Power Liftgate w/ Auto Close |
Yes |
19-inch Alloy Wheels, Black w/ Machined Finish |
Yes |
Tire Size: 255/60R19 |
Yes |
Auto Headlight Control |
Yes |
LED Projector Beam Headlights |
Yes |
LED Tail Lights |
Yes |
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) |
Yes |
High Beam Assist (HBA) |
Yes |
Front Grille, Body Color |
Yes |
Active Aero Flaps, Matte Black |
Yes |
Lower Window Surrounds, Satin Chrome |
Yes |
Lower Body Cladding, Matte Black |
Yes |
Lower Body Side Garnish, Hyper Silver |
Yes |
Wheel Arch Moldings, Matte Black |
Yes |
Auto Extending Door Handles, Body Color |
Yes |
Rear Spoiler, Body Color |
Yes |
Side View Mirrors, Body Color |
Yes |
Side View Mirror Base, Gloss Black |
Yes |
Illuminated Charge Port |
Yes |
Shark Fin Antenna |
Yes |
Premium Data Services – Music and Wi-Fi Hotspot |
Yes |
Charging Port Compatibility |
Yes |
Regenerative Braking w/ Steering Wheel-Mounted Paddles |
Yes |
PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) Heater |
Yes |
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) |
Yes |
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