It’s a very large performance CUV—do you want seating for six and a whole lot of electric power? Now you got it
- Kia’s 2026 EV9 GT takes an electric three-row SUV and bumps up power to 501 horses
- There’s also a new “Virtual Gearshift System” with simulated gear changes, if you’re into that
- Expect it to arrive in Canadian dealerships late summer 2025
What is it?
The other big news is that from 2025 onwards, all EV9s will swap to the Tesla-style NACS charger. (RIP a unified charging standard, we guess.) The 800-volt architecture allows the EV9 GT’s big battery to be charged from 10% to 80% in just 25 minutes if you have access to a 350-watt fast-charger.
Why does it matter?
When will Canada get it?
The Kia EV9 GT will go on sale in Canada in late summer of 2025.
Should you buy it?
We are already big fans of the smaller EV6 GT. We like its blend of acceleration and handling in a relatively affordable package. Will these charms translate to the larger EV9? We hope so. If you want a three-row EV with some oomph that doesn’t break the bank, there aren’t too many other options.