- EV9 took prime honors as “Prime Choose: 3-Row Electrical SUV”
- Second consecutive yr EV9 has been acknowledged
The all-electric 2026 Kia EV9 has been named to Vehicles.com Prime EV Picks of 2026, taking the win because the “Prime Choose: 3-Row Electrical SUV” for the second yr in a row. Chosen from a extremely aggressive lineup of three-row electrical SUV’s, the 2026 Kia EV9 was praised by Vehicles.com editors for elevating the usual amongst three-row EV SUVs.
“It’s an honor to have Vehicles.com specialists acknowledge the 2026 EV9 because the main three-row electrical SUV for the second straight yr,” stated Eric Watson, Vice President of Gross sales Operations, Kia America. “This recognition illuminates the EV9’s management within the section and the distinctive worth it delivers to customers as a completely electrical car.”
When choosing a winner, Vehicles.com editors consider consumer options, user-friendliness, driving enjoyment, utility, charging capabilities, and extra, all of which mirror the qualities most essential to right now’s customers. Vehicles.com judges praised the 2026 EV9’s capabilities, options and affordability as main components for successful.
“The EV9 is not only an incredible EV — it’s an incredible three-row SUV, interval,” stated Aaron Bragman, Detroit Bureau Chief for Vehicles.com. “It has actual third-row usability, loads of cargo area and aggressive vary, which checks the entire household bins. Add in fast charging functionality, and entry to Tesla’s community, and it’s an extremely well-rounded bundle. That’s why it earned Vehicles.com’s Prime Choose: 3-Row EV.”
The EV9 continues to be a compelling alternative with its spacious three-row cabin, towing functionality[1], and a slew of Kia’s newest in-vehicle know-how together with car system over-the-air updates[2] and ultra-wideband-based Digital Key[3]. Powered by a normal 76.1-kWh battery paired with a 160-kW (215-hp) motor, the EV9 options DC fast-charging compatibility. Non-obligatory upgrades embrace a 99.8-kWh battery in a single-motor configuration or a dual-motor setup that delivers 283 kW (379hp) with torque vectoring all-wheel drive, producing 516 lb.-ft of torque. When related to a 350kW DC quick charger, the EV9 can cost from 10 to 80 p.c state of cost in beneath 25 minutes[4].
[1] Towing could considerably cut back electrical vary and requires further gear. See Proprietor’s Handbook for towing directions. At all times use warning whereas towing.
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[3] Kia Digital Key requires an eligible Kia Join subscription and a suitable good system with an lively knowledge plan. Regular mobile service charges could apply when utilizing a wise system.
[4] Cost time primarily based on Kia Company testing with 350 kW DC quick charger and roughly 72 levels Fahrenheit battery temperature. Precise cost time could differ with choices, driving circumstances, driving habits, car upkeep, charging observe, battery age, climate, temperature, and your car’s situation. Battery capability will lower with time and use. Frequent use of DC quick charging can negatively affect battery efficiency and sturdiness, and Kia recommends minimizing use of DC quick charging.
