The 2025 Kia EV9 is an all-electric SUV, designed to deliver both style and performance. Leveraging on Kia’s versatile Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), it offers a single-motor RWD and a dual-motor AWD configuration. The EV9 features two powertrain options - the Standard Range which uses a 58 kWh battery and produces around 167 hp, and the Long Range which utilizes a 77.4 kWh battery with approximately 218 hp. This SUV boasts an 8-speed automatic transmission. Tech features include a 12.3" touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a new augmented reality heads-up display. It also has an array of safety assists such as forward-collision warning, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring. The 2025 model-year introduces a comprehensive solar-roof system that enhances the range while helping power onboard electronics.