460 km
Range
6.0s
0-100 km/h
150 kW
Power
Kia EV9
Three-Row Electric Family SUV
Estimated Canadian Price
$49,900 after incentives
Price & specs verified July 2026
How much could you save on the Kia EV9?
Overview
About the Kia EV9
The Kia EV9 is the three-row electric SUV that makes the Tesla Model X look overpriced. Seven real seats, a massive 99.8 kWh NMC battery, and Kia's 800-volt architecture that charges from 10 to 80% in 24 minutes at 240 kW — all for $54,900 CAD before incentives. The RWD version uses a single 150 kW (201 hp) motor, propelling this 2,437 kg family hauler to 100 km/h in a respectable 6.0 seconds. Range is 460 km EPA; in Canadian winters, expect roughly 345 km. The boxy, concept-car styling turns heads, and the interior quality genuinely competes with luxury brands costing far more. Cargo space is a modest 333 litres with all three rows up — choose between people and luggage. At $54,900, the EV9 qualifies for the full $5,000 federal EVAP rebate and Quebec's $2,000 Roulez vert, bringing the effective price to $49,900 — roughly $70,000 less than a Model X. The compromises: 201 hp feels modest for 2,437 kg, the third row is tight for adults on long trips, and Kia dealers have mixed reputations for EV knowledge. But as the only available-today, dealer-supported, seven-seat electric SUV under $60,000 after rebates, the EV9 is in a class of one.
Editorial take
Our Verdict
Strengths
- Seven real seats at $54,900 — roughly $70,000 less than a Tesla Model X
- 800V architecture: 10-80% in 24 minutes — fastest-charging three-row EV
- Concept-car styling and luxury-grade interior at mainstream money
Watch Out For
- 201 hp is modest for 2,437 kg — 6.0 s to 100 km/h is adequate, not quick
- 333 L cargo with all seats up — choose between people and their luggage
- Kia dealer EV expertise varies widely — service experience is inconsistent
Price & incentives
Savings with Incentives
Base Price
$54,900
Combined Incentives
-$5,000
Provincial only (Chinese EVs not eligible for federal EVAP)
You Pay
$49,900
In Quebec (best case)
* Based on federal EVAP ($5,000, vehicles made in Canada/FTA countries only, MSRP ≤ $50,000) + QC Roulez vert ($2,000). Chinese EVs not eligible for EVAP. Amounts vary by province and eligibility.
Real-world range
Where Can You Go?
460 km range — here's what that actually means.
Rated range
460 km
WLTP
Winter (-20°C)
~345 km
≈ 25% less in deep cold
Toronto → Montreal
540 km
Montreal → Quebec City
250 km
Vancouver → Whistler
120 km
Ottawa → Toronto
450 km
Calgary → Banff
130 km
Halifax → Moncton
260 km
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Cost of ownership
EV vs Gas: Your Savings
How much you save over 5 years by going electric.
Gas Car
Kia EV9
You Save
$23,150
over 5 years driving electric in Canada
* Estimated over 20,000 km/yr for 5 years. EV: est. real-world ~24.9 kWh/100 km × $0.09/kWh (QC). Gas: a comparable car at ~10.5 L/100 km × $1.80/L. EV maintenance ~$1,500 vs gas ~$8,000 (oil, brakes). Actual amounts vary.
Spec sheet
Full Specifications
Performance
Power
150 kW (201 hp)
Torque
350 Nm
0-100 km/h
6.0 s (0-100 km/h)
Top Speed
200 km/h
Drivetrain
RWD
Battery & Charging
Range
460 km
Battery
99.8 kWh (NMC)
Max Charging
240 kW DC
Fast Charge (10-80%)
24 min (10-80%)
Space & Dimensions
Seats
7
Cargo
333 L
Dimensions
5010 × 1980 × 1755 mm
Weight
2437 kg
Key Highlights
7 seats — true three-row electric SUV
800V ultra-fast charging with 240 kW
Bold, boxy design that stands out
Technology & Features
800V Architecture
Ultra-fast charging — 10-80% in just 24 minutes
Highway Driving Pilot
Level 3 autonomous driving capability on select highways
Equipment
Equipment & interior
What the vehicle actually comes with — screen, seats, driver aids, charging. Manufacturer data, sources listed below.
Screen & interface
- Centre screen
- 12.3-inch
- Driver display
- 12.3-inch Supervision TFT, plus a dedicated 5-inch climate screen
- Head-up display
- Yes
- Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
- Yes
Seats & cabin
- Upholstery
- Leatherette; quilted synthetic leather with packages; suede and leather with lime stitching on GT
- Heated seats
- Front standard on every trim; second row with the Premium or GT-line package
- Ventilated seats
- Yes
- Power adjustment
- 8-way power front with 2-way lumbar, standard
- Heated steering wheel
- Yes
Comfort
- Panoramic roof
- Dual sunroof, from the Plus package up
- Climate control
- Three-zone automatic with roof-mounted rear vents
- Heat pump
- Yes
Audio
- Sound system
- Meridian 14-speaker premium on GT
Driver assistance
- Highway Driving Assist 2, standard on every trim
- Forward collision avoidance with car, pedestrian, cyclist, junction and lane-change detection
- Smart cruise control, lane keeping and lane following
- Blind spot collision avoidance and rear cross traffic alert
- Safe exit assist and rear occupant alert
- Eight airbags
- 360° camera
Practicality
- Vehicle-to-load (V2L)
- 1.9 kW
- Power tailgate
- Yes
Charging
- Architecture
- 800 V
- Max AC charging
- 11 kW
Trims offered in other markets
- Light RWD
- 76.1 kWh, 370 km — $59,995. The only trim with no heat pump and no heated steering wheel
- Wind RWD
- 99.8 kWh, 491 km — $62,995, adds the heat pump and heated steering wheel
- Land AWD
- 99.8 kWh, 282 kW, 455 km — $64,995; packages Plus $70,495, Premium $75,495 (six seats, vehicle-to-load), GT-line $79,495 (head-up display, 21-inch wheels)
- GT
- 99.8 kWh, 374 kW, 418 km — $85,295, Meridian audio and Preview ECS suspension
Reference: Kia Canada official specifications, consulted 22 July 2026
Head to head
Equipment compared
Price and range only tell half the story. Here is the equipment, line by line, against the rival you would actually cross-shop.
| Equipment | Kia EV9not sold here yet | Kia EV9sold in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Heated seats | Front standard on every trim; second row with the Premium or GT-line package | Front standard on every trim; second row with the Premium or GT-line package |
| Ventilated seats | Yes | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Centre screen | 12.3-inch | 12.3-inch |
| Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic roof | Dual sunroof, from the Plus package up | Dual sunroof, from the Plus package up |
| 360° camera | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle-to-load (V2L) | 1.9 kW | 1.9 kW |
| Power tailgate | Yes | Yes |
| Max AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
The two columns do not rest on the same footing. The rival is described from its Canadian specification; the Chinese vehicle from the market where it is actually sold today. Any future Canadian version could differ.
Kia EV9 — Two trim traps worth knowing. The heat pump and heated steering wheel above are standard from the Wind trim up — the entry Light RWD has neither, which matters a lot in this climate. And "GT-Line" is not a trim: it is a $79,495 package on the Land AWD, which is where the head-up display comes from. Kia publishes no peak DC figure in kW, only that 10 to 80% takes as little as 20 minutes, and does not say whether a CCS adapter comes with the NACS port.
"Not published" means the manufacturer does not document this — not that the vehicle lacks it.
Head to head
How It Compares
Available Colors
Essential accessories for your Kia EV9
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Protect the cabin from road salt and snow.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the Kia EV9?
The Kia EV9 offers 460 km of range (460 km WLTP). In Canadian winter conditions (~-20°C), expect approximately 345 km — about a 25% cold-weather reduction.
How fast does the Kia EV9 charge?
The Kia EV9 supports DC fast charging up to 240 kW. A 10-80% charge takes approximately 24 min (10-80%). The 99.8 kWh NMC battery provides excellent longevity.
How much does the Kia EV9 cost in Canada?
The Kia EV9 is estimated at $54,900 CAD. Chinese EVs are not eligible for the federal EVAP rebate ($5,000). In Quebec, the provincial Roulez vert rebate can bring the price down to $49,900.
What battery type does the Kia EV9 use?
The Kia EV9 uses a 99.8 kWh NMC battery. NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) batteries offer higher energy density for more range per kilogram.
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