Exclusive: India-spec Kia EV9 Electric SUV Specifications Revealed Ahead Of Launch

The India-spec Kia EV9 will use a 99.8 kWh battery pack offering a claimed range of over 500 km

• Exterior highlights include a digital lighting pattern on the grille and star map LED DRLs.

• Inside, it gets a minimalist dashboard design along with a triple screen setup.

• Feature highlights also include dual sunroofs, relaxation front and second-row seats, and level 2 ADAS.

• The second-row seats also feature 8-way power adjustment and massage function.

• Uses a dual motor setup which makes 384 PS and 700 Nm, powering all four wheels.

• Supports up to 350 kW DC fast charging, can be charged from 10-80 percent in 24 minutes.

• Expected to be priced from Rs 80 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards.

The Kia EV9 is set to be launched in India as the flagship electric SUV in the automaker’s lineup on October 3, 2024. The EV9 is based on the E-GMP platform, which also underpins the Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5. Ahead of the official launch of the India-spec EV9, we have now got our hands on some exclusive information about its specifications, including dimensions, features, battery pack and range. 

Dimensions

The Kia EV9 measures over 5 metres in length which enhances its overall road presence. Although the EV9 has a boxy, SUV-like silhouette, its futuristic design elements make it a head-turner. It boasts elements like digital pattern lighting integrated into the grille, vertically aligned headlight setup featuring LED DRLs called star map lighting, which creates an animated lighting pattern.

Tech Loaded Cabin

Inside, the Kia EV9 features a minimalist dashboard design finished in black, along with dual-tone white and black leatherette seat upholstery. It has a triple screen setup including two 12.3-inch screens integrated together by a 5.3-inch climate control display between these two screens. Below the screen, there are virtually hidden touch-input controls on the dashboard panel for start/stop, climate control and ventilation system, media and other settings. The second-row of the EV9 offers captain seats with 8-way power adjustment and massage function. 

Other features onboard the India-spec EV9 include individual sunroofs for first and second row, digital IRVM (inside rear view mirror), and relaxation feature for first and second row seats with leg support. The EV9’s safety kit includes level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) features like automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane keep assist.

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Battery Pack & Range

Kia will offer the India-spec EV9 with a 99.8 kWh battery pack. The detailed specifications are as follows:

The EV9 supports up to 350 kW DC fast charging, through which its battery pack can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in just 24 minutes. The EV9 will also have a V2L (vehicle-to-load) function which allows you to power your external devices through the car's battery pack.

Expected Price & Rivals

The Kia EV9 is expected to be priced from Rs 80 lakh (ex-showroom). In India, it will be an affordable alternative to the BMW iX and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV.

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