EXPERT REVIEW · ELECTRIC SUV

2026 Kia EV9 review

Kia EV9: everyday electric done right. Illustrative review

8.5/10 OffLot expert score

The 2026 Kia EV9 sits near the top of its class. Ride stays composed on rough pavement; roomy second row and flexible cargo floor. Engine gets loud under hard acceleration and price climbs fast with options, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $56,000, it lines up with most direct rivals.

What's good

Ride stays composed on rough pavement
Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor
Easy to see out of and park
Instant, quiet acceleration

What to check

Engine gets loud under hard acceleration
Price climbs fast with options
Range falls in cold weather and at highway speed

Best for: Families who need all three rows. Starting MSRP: $56,000.

Owner reviews · 4.3 of 5 from 3 owners

★★★★★Victor S. · Houston, TX · 13 months owned

Second one we've owned

Bought it for the school runs and road trips and it has handled everything so far. Fuel economy has been close to the sticker in mixed driving.

★★★★☆Sofia K. · Columbus, OH · 32 months owned

Better than the test drive suggested

Twelve thousand miles in. Nothing has gone wrong, dealer service has been easy, and the cargo room still impresses passengers.

★★★★☆Lillian P. · Austin, TX · 21 months owned

Second one we've owned

Bought it for the school runs and road trips and it has handled everything so far. Fuel economy has been close to the sticker in mixed driving.

Price trend · used Kia EV9, 12 months

Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $37,350 · -0.9% last 30 days · +5.03% year over year.

Manufacturer videos

Manufacturer perspective · 2026

Kia Canada · features

Details Hit Different | Kia EV9

Official manufacturer video. Promotional, not an independent review; equipment shown varies by trim.

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