2024 Kia EV9 First Drive: The 3-Row Electric SUV We've All Been Missing? | MotorTrend

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[@MotorTrendWatch]

What do you think of the latest EV9 design?

[@AMakBTYT]

looks amazing. Kia is doing really well. Looks like it's only going to get better

[@emmijames358]

Excellent

[@Bloodrozer]

Do the 2nd row seats rotate?

[@AMakBTYT]

i think they do. but i would expect the swivel seats to. be in higher level trims like the GT line S and not in the base model. Not sure tho@@Bloodrozer

[@Bloodrozer]

@@AMakBTYT I did more research since posting - apparently the swivel seats, the most revolutionary feature of this car, will NOT be offered in the US due to silly regulations. Off the wait-list I go...

[@shaheenal-asadi]

Kia's design department has been really doing well, I think the new designs look really sharp and futuristic.

[@GreenManGrow7]

They have been nocking it out the park!

[@seymorefact4333]

⭐⭐⭐EV9 is awesome! But, I'm waiting for the new Toyota LandCruiser 🥰😍🤩

[@babyganga8786]

That's how they get u, with their design then à few years recall and repairs

[@seymorefact4333]

@@babyganga8786 Unfortunately, this is happening more frequently with ALL manufactures. Even with Toyota. Hopefully, most will be caught still under warranty. I guess better be safe than sorry.

[@MotorTrendWatch]

Absolutely agree!

[@IAmAlexArne]

It's actually bigger than the Telly. We had one in our showroom in South Florida, this vehicle in person is almost a behemoth for Kia.

[@sinirq]

Same size with KIA Cannival

[@Funsho97]

I am a Test Track driver at the KIA plant in West Point, Ga, we will be producing this vehicle next year and I can't wait to drive it. Check out the EV6-GT to see something really special from KIA!!!

[@fariedelnour9883]

Tell them to fix the range .

[@fariedelnour9883]

Tell them to fix the range .

[@Chukonu5]

Mad respect for the Omega Seamaster

[@99unclebob]

nothing wrong with the powertrain in the Telluride, awesome reliability and decent economy for its size and weight almost 3 yrs no issues recalls or warranty claims non of the German brands can say that, and this price is 25k less than a Tesla 3 row and the Tesla is no better, this EV9 is a nice unit

[@seymorefact4333]

⭐⭐⭐EV9 is awesome! But, I'm waiting for the new Toyota LandCruiser 🥰😍🤩

[@babyganga8786]

It didn't catch on fire?

[@seymorefact4333]

@@babyganga8786 its not a Tesla!

[@chemicalhap]

Looking forward to this. I cant drive gas anymore having gone ev 4 years ago. Love the instant torque, the silence, and the better weight distribution...oh and charging at home and saving more and more money as gas prices get crazier. I also now gag when i smell gasoline engines. Never saw that coming but really hate the smell now. The problem was i needed more cargo space so this or the ex90 will probably fit my needs.

[@chrisginoc]

There is a reason people like my neighbor have a brand new Model X but refuse to sell their 2022 Suburban. EVs are not practical for everyone, nonetheless the next 5-7 years will really push innovation by getting more mileage, better designs and more options. The EV train has left the station.

[@thewhitepanda60]

I agree with everything, but i still like the smell of gasoline. I hate diesel tho.

[@chrisginoc]

@@thewhitepanda60 Same here, but we will end up being the boomers of this new generation. We will be the ones driving or appreciating ICE vehicles when the masses get pushed into EV, hybrid or what ever ends up taking over that is "green".

[@deasunodonnachadha6408]

Does it remember your settings each time you get in? Looks really nice but no NACs so not on the radar. Pity.

[@Teknomanslade2]

Question: Does the EV9 have cameras that can be used as security system like Tesla? To me another big factor for tesla is the fact they come standard with cameras that literally are a security system standard above most vehicles.

[@ksignedoff]

Yes it does

[@Teknomanslade2]

@@ksignedoff havent seen any info pertaining to security system. Especially with all these kias and hyundais being stolen

[@ksignedoff]

@@Teknomanslade2 Those stolen vehicles are related to the immobilizer.

[@policeprofessor]

You mean the cameras that Tesla has been using to spy on their owners with...

[@dg-hughes]

The EV9 is just what I've been looking for truck/SUV, EV, AWD, and supposedly sub $70K CAD?? Here in Canada there were only 500 EV9 reservations but they were snapped up before I even knew of the existence of the EV9! I was going to go with the Ionic 5 but wanted an EV truck that wasn't priced ridiculously ($100K+ ?!?!) but the Silverado EV truck isn't out until sometime in 2024. For any of EV it seems it's a game of race to get a reservation or buy it as soon as you see it often with thousands of dollars options tacked on.

[@MXALOVE]

Genuinely the best looking SUV i've ever seen.

[@TheLucidor]

I really like the EV9 seems like a decent EV option to replace my 03 Expedition

[@KevinJones-qr2jh]

Is there space where the motor used to be

[@maxnix346]

Kristen has come a long ways from Jalopnik.

[@stennordenmalm1735]

Great reviuw, thanks! This EV looks like yet another hit from the Hyundai/KIA/Genesis brand. It has this I-really-want- this-product feeling. Well done KIA

[@mdribblecastle]

What color is this? Pebble Gray or Ivory Silver Gloss? Doesn't look like the matte version.

[@chipgribble6797]

Why no sliding side doors (way easier to get into and out of vehicle) but still the hinged doors?

[@BikingBadwithTC]

Another Home Run from KIA, we’ll done KIA 👍

[@derrickyi7433]

OKAY I see you rocking that OG Seamaster Diver 300m.

[@andrewcohen786]

Does it have massage seating ?

[@bmtmob]

what colour is this ? which grey ? thanks

[@stefantakacs]

Love the look... but I need a minivan. Trunk space is a must for us.

[@stephenwinter8892]

Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I really enjoyed the video looking forward to seeing this ev crossover here but I know what is the us price it will be double here and I am waiting for the chevy equinox ev 3LT😊

[@viranjith]

Nice Omega Seamaster! Mad respect 🔥

[@EvanFazio]

What is under the hood? The trunk space was small with the 3rd row but if it’s all electric and there’s no engine, what’s the frunk situation?

[@Dex_NeutralMinded]

What kind of watch are you wearing?

[@naveenthemachine]

It’s best in class. Kia continues to hit it out of the park 😍 Rip to the nonexistent Japanese competition

[@HereForAStorm]

This comment brought to you by... Kia. 😆🤡

[@stennordenmalm1735]

@nave... not so fast about the Japanese. Check out the new Honda EV, looks very promising.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@stennordenmalm1735 that comment was before we saw the Honda ev I agree the Honda ev looks promising

[@foxstodios]

​@@stennordenmalm1735 that's a rebadged chevy

[@juneaaahn6826]

Japan brands still can not compete with American brands due to lack of ev techs, not to mention Korean brands which are well ahead of other brands in terms of hardwear.Even Toyota uses Chinese platform for EVs.

[@MsKcarlos]

Amazing design congratulations Kia😊

[@TheBkdot]

I need kia's design team to start making cellphones and shoes.

[@user-dk6py3dd9p]

what color is this one?

[@leebacon3432]

Luv seeing u KLeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! Yes, I individually typed all those 'e's in by hand!

[@solroseberg155]

Have a GT-Line. Best SUV I’ve had. It’s truly excellent.

[@roshanmahavithanage6312]

This only wins the looks category. Cargo space / range / acceleration is Model X since now it's cheaper. ev9 gt 73k vs model x 79k

[@be236]

Kia just released its price for the base/shorter range trim, of just under $55k.

[@BillionaireA7]

That's too expensive.$55k bz4 ev is better price.

[@daymajor4690]

@@BillionaireA7Bz4 is such a horrible vehicle that 3 Toyota dealers in my city say they refuse to carry more than 2 or 3 at a time.

[@freddywayne]

Very nice! 🙂 and the EV9 too. 😏

[@user-tg1cl3ue5l]

I was wondering if this wil last in the snow

[@BrentonHolton]

Nacs or j1772?

[@travr6]

They need to make this in a station wagon. 3 rows and down low.

[@Mastersoftheyoutubeverse]

The height is Kind of a must. The battery has to Go somewhere. The best Place for it is the Floor. So by making the car lower and turning it into a Station wagon you either have to sacrifice interior space or make the battery a lot smaller wich decreases the range significally...

[@chemicalhap]

Also station wagons...aren't really a...heh hot segment.

[@kareemh6805]

excellent preview

[@anthis127]

Does it have a front trunk with this huge space under the hood? Storage seems very limited for an EV. That's one of my favorite things about EVs since they don't have a big engine and transmissions and exhaust, we get massive frunks and hidden compartments in the back, this one feels disappointing in this regard

[@chemicalhap]

Honestly frunks are a gimmick. I have been driving evs for the past 4 years...and its never been used ever on any of my evs

[@futbol1972]

Only 300 miles😢 so if i have ac on and 6-7 people on board i will probably only get about 200 maybe?

[@ty10r]

Range?

[@TheWolfxhunter]

Love that grill, or lack of it

[@chiao2408]

The front bumper is a bit similar to Mini

[@Unsalted375]

This thing looks like it came out of Tron, so cool way cooler than boring Tesla. Give me one now

[@johnnzperplexed2741]

Has anyone seen any reviews how these handle off road, towing, wading etc? Does ev9 have more protection/armour to protect the battery underneath? How about roof rack options? Presumably it's got better options than ev6 for additional cargo mounting?

[@sinirq]

You can check about it KIA official website

[@brianfranklin9286]

Does it have a frunk?

[@chags3512]

Small one yes

[@bbpleg]

Nice looking car and a good review, but please tell us what the real world range and charging times are 😊

[@rustlesee]

She told you range. Charging depends on what charger you use, there are many different types. Could be long enough to grab a bite to eat, or could trickle charge it over night at home

[@bbpleg]

@@rustlesee Real world range. What is the consumption and what can you realistically expect to get. That’s very different from what the manufacturer quotes. The same regarding charging speed. It may peak at a high number, but can it sustain a high charge and create a flat charging curve. Also it would be nice to know if you can manually preheat the battery :)

[@dannyhamler4912]

Great job! Ignore the negative comments.

[@randomname931]

Omega seamaster, nice.

[@seymorefact4333]

⭐⭐⭐EV9 is awesome! But, I'm waiting for the new Toyota LandCruiser 🥰😍🤩

[@n.k-v.g5908]

there will be electric LandCruiser ?

[@Bloodrozer]

Super sweet watch. I have the same :)

[@Satronaut-pw3ij]

I love this thing, reminds me of a modern version of a Landcruiser.

[@Ian-mv4qq]

Serious question. The lowest trim has estimated mileage range of ~230 miles. Being a family SUV, I expect to drive car on a long road trip, and maybe to places that are not city, like going snowboarding or hiking or the beach. On average, those places are ~200 miles away from where I live. How do I expect to get to my destination, do my thing, and drive back home without having to search around the city for a charger and wait for 30-45 minutes to get enough battery before I can resume my trip? I understand the use of small electric cars for city commute driving. But this won't be that car.

[@bobby350z]

Buy a Tesla. Chargers are everywhere.

[@Ian-mv4qq]

@@bobby350z But Tesla don't have a family SUV.

[@blakestrother5122]

A few things. 1. You have to consider the weight of this car. A battery power 3 seat SUV is gonna have a long wheel base and just be heavy. 2. Which brings in cost. One solution to this is to load the car up with a bigger battery. You do two things when you do this. First obviously you drive up the cost. I believe GM did this with their EV trucks. They just basically put the Hummer EV battery. The EV trucks on the market have enormous price tags even at the lowest trims. The second thing you do is you threaten the car driving even more weighty, or at least have to do more engineering to ensure it doesnt feel this way too much which is going to be a turn off for most casual SUV owners. 3. This is a Korean car so we can be sure even without its commercial release that it will charge incredibly quickly with DC fast charging. Charging infrastructe still sucks but in the event that you have to use it and come across the right station this should be a big help for situations you mention. 4. Ultimately, you're into it or you're not. But you can't knock Kia for what they've done so far and for a first try at something few of the mainline manufacturers have yet to accomplish this is pretty good. I get that EVs still aren't widely supported by infrastructure but with cars like this for the value they provide, maybe adopting some of the old spirit of EVs isnt a bad thing. For a trip like you say, it may require a little planning but is a little planning that bad if you get to do it in comfort? I mean this is WAY better then the days the first EV adopters were mapping trips in little Leafs. Now you map your trips in a glorious 3 row cabin. 5. It does looke like the RWD Long range will still be cheaper than the standard AWD. That should get you 300 miles in good conditions AND still is estimated to miles cheaper then many entry levels in the Truck/SUV EV market. I'd say KIA negotiated the design challenges while keeping everything as low cost as possible about as good as any manufacturer we have seen yet all while staying committed to a traditional SUV body. Not sure what more could have been done.

[@blakestrother5122]

One last thing of note on this. Kia staying with the trad. SUV body is HUGE! While I appreciated your question. Here's the deal, the amazing part of this car is actual adults can ride with you. There are a mix of SUVs and crossovers on the market in the EV space that world's more expensive then this car will be with less seating and with incredibly low ceilings. If your passenger's can't fit comfortably with you, then they are going approximiately 0 miles with you regardless of range lol. I was astounded by how this was a 3 row vehicle and looks like it can be used as a 3 row vehicle. It's quite impressive!

[@Ian-mv4qq]

@@blakestrother5122 Thanks for your detailed response. My question is serious and practical because I'm genuinely interested in this EV9. But the range is what worries me in real life practicality. And you said it right, I might have to do more trip planning if I do get this one. The design is on point imho. Very cool and modern without trying to scream EV that ends up looking like some Star Trek alien spaceship lol

[@boostedscooby1]

Why would they put 560 hp on the ev6 and not 600hp plus on the ev9?

[@battycowboy]

With the EV market is right now this might be the next Kia Borrego

[@J.D.Vision]

Im going to get rid of the rear seats and turn this thing into a part-time living camper. Hope they have a sunroof option.

[@carperdiem8754]

If I didn’t already have an X Plaid, I would be all over this

[@Oaky]

Kia Telluride + $20-40K? Why lol

[@chags3512]

Have to make up the difference in how much one will save in gas lol

[@noivaswright]

Need larger EVs for bigger families or people who want more room in cars…

[@albertklose572]

You complain it’s too big then complain it’s not big enough which is it?

[@cubist12]

SUVs are a different animal. There needs to be more storage. This would be fine for us as a daily driver, but would fail the road trip test.

[@joesmith9483]

this cr will be a hot seller

[@MistSoalar]

Is that Kristen from Jalop??

[@gattman]

Yes,it is!🎉

[@piersmarchington]

Nice Seamaster

[@gravity4934]

It's quite interesting how electric companies across the United States currently struggle to meet the demand for efficiently and effectively charging all these vehicles. One can't help but wonder when we'll see vehicles powered by water 💧 instead!! Electric cars need many improvements before you can mandate things for these vehicles. Common sense folks!

[@LenFarag]

We already have cars powered by water. They're hydrogen cars. They're a less efficient form of fuel than just going straight to electric since you have to split the water in the first place to get the hydrogen from it, and that consumes a lot of power.

[@jojoleaf2112]

Looks great. Its down to the EV6 or Fisker Ocean for me.

[@XX-166]

Kia has been around longer and more consistently

[@jojoleaf2112]

@@XX-166 True, but the Fisker is faster, has longer range, and looks cooler.

[@XX-166]

@@jojoleaf2112 yeahhh real cool till they go out of business like the last time. faster means you’re spending more time at a charger Forrest.

[@jojoleaf2112]

@XX-7719 the pundits are not predicting that this time around. Fisker already showed over 800000 in total revenue last quarter. And they've ramped up production last month. Demand is there. And there was a time people said that about Kia and Hyundai. I'm old enough to remember when people said Honda and Toyota weren't long for this earth.

[@XX-166]

@@jojoleaf2112 Toyota and Honda never went out of business FISKER DID. Ramping up is the same thing they did previously in past years as that’s a standard to bringing any car to market. Demand is there for alot of the EVs though thats also dropped off. Has Fisker figured out the service aspects of these vehicles? EXACTLY.

[@Driver_0ne]

Congrats on getting out of Jalopnik

[@theodoredesmarais4219]

Need to replace my 2003 Toyota Sequoia : soooooo towing capacity ? 4 wheel drive capabilities, ratios ? Heating / cooling in extreme Death Valley and High Sierra environments effects range, How much solar to charge ? Have a 2kw portable system...... real info not rolling living room subjective overviews...... warranty, etc , need real world data in these videos.... thx

[@YZ755]

all I saw was the Omega Seamaster

[@marvalekellogg5259]

Reminds me of the soul. It looks like a new beefier soul.

[@hh-jy1ld]

Nice looking car

[@lifetransformed6673]

Some people have no ideas what they are talking about. Yes enough renewable energy can be produced and run these EV without any issues. If there are Jo other energy solutions, nuclear energy will have everything needed. Smaller ones but kore of them to prevent any issues.

[@user-gs4or9wf7n]

USB C!!!! Thanks for not repeating with the old USB.

[@bikespirit]

$50.000 in US, 75.000Eur in Europe, omg

[@chrisginoc]

The miles per charge will be the biggest problem for this suv. It will sell regardless.

[@brianfeeney6873]

“Competitively priced with 3 row gas models”. Yeah right. A well equipped not base model Telluride EX AWD is $45K. A Honda Pilot EX-L AWD is $45.8K and a Toyota Grand Highlander XLE AWD is $46K. All are available at MSRP or less - so at least $10K cheaper and much better equipped. That $10K buys a lot of gas.

[@chags3512]

Right but you break even in about 5 years

[@nsxpetes]

Car insurance is more for electric.

[@chags3512]

@@nsxpetes source? My model 3 was more expensive yes but we are talking about $8 more per month than a Hyundai Elantra which is $25,000 less of a car.

[@ThoughtPoliceChief]

Where's Carlos

[@Theogtheogtheog]

So it’s a bigger Kia soul with batteries.. next.

[@andrewcohen786]

I will be happy if Kia made a plug in hybrid for their Telluride. Too soon for an electric car with the infrastructure being poor.

[@0-Will-0]

Wow some geniuses hanging out here giving critique on hair?! Bottom of the barrel activity.

[@4literv6]

Typical sub 100iq gas sniffer activity(permanent brain damage n all. Nothing new to see here just idiocracy the movie bought to real life. 👍🏻😀

[@mahjonglivestreaming4535]

will it catch on fire?!

[@TundeEszlari]

Perfect video.

[@shawnwilliams5977]

Green one think going get one hahah

[@mariehancock2535]

So it looks like an electric Telluride. For me that's a bummer, because the EV9 prototype was super cool looking!

[@itsaralphlife1059]

"Human sized people"😂

[@CrackerJ25]

@HITTHEHAZARD Continue to choose gas, eventually, there will be nothing. Even if you're someone who chooses not to believe in global warming/climate change, fossil fuels are a finite resource and will run out. As for the price of EV's being higher than ICE vehicles, think of it like this. If when you purchased your ICE vehicle you could pay for all the oil changes, regular maintenance, and the difference in cost between gasoline and electricity when you purchased it, the cost would be about the same if not more than the EV.

[@cainrok]

No ones missing it if its over 70k

[@09SMHS]

Even 50k is laughable. Will EVs ever be affordable?

[@rdsingh122]

I don't think they're ever going to be under $50k, especially here in Canada, forget about it. Heck, a Chevrolet Bolt is $43k + TAX!

[@ADJenks]

​@@09SMHSIs any new car, truck, suv, affordable?

[@Divine_Serpent_Geh]

@@09SMHSNo they never will be, and that’s the lie that EV companies like Tesla pulled over gullible idiot’s eyes. They are far from sustainable on a massive scale, and they are expensive to build (mining). So, no.

[@MrBrandenS]

Their press release made it sound like some threat to ICE cars because the base price is 55k. That's the price for a fully loaded top of the line telluride or palisade! So yeah a 20k difference for the top of the line EV9. Poor math people will fall for anything since you are not likely to see 20k in gas savings by the time you turn it in for a new one.

[@John-qw4vs]

Check You Out.... Wow.... Beautiful

[@shib9315]

My new car as soon as I win the lottery.. 😊

[@amitladhani7902]

real issue with EVs however futuristic and environment friendly they maybe the re-sale values absolutely tank. lot of teslas have halved in price which were sold 2 years back. If you buy an EV and dont happen to like its a big risk.

[@joec.5009]

what is wrong with Kia logo?

[@user-vy2co6kk1x]

Boa tarde congrats vai amén bom trabalho

[@88joshuajohnathan]

It's good to see that Motor Trend is hiring Urukai to do reviews on vehicles.

[@michaelcerick9999]

The pathetic front trunk and rear under floor storage is perplexing to me. If Tesla can get a big frunk and rear under floor storage in something as small as a model Y, then how is KIA so far behind by comparison?

[@mac8179]

Great looking but I just can’t with Kia.

[@4agehachiroku]

"One thing I didn't like about the telluride was its old powertrain" Yet the motors are stout and usually never have any issues and plenty of power. These newer 22-24 models poor QC and just horrible

[@chemjam92]

Worried about complexity and weight in an EV? Isn't that what an EV is?

[@tomnel]

Simpler then ICE, about the same weight probably

[@sleepy670]

No frunk are you kidding me?

[@kenny9168]

Is it just me who dont trust evs. What is the battery holding capacity after 10 years? The battery cars has more net carbon footprint than ICE cars