- EV9 took prime honors as “Prime Choose: 3-Row Electrical SUV”
- Second consecutive 12 months EV9 has been acknowledged
The all-electric 2026 Kia EV9 has been named to Automobiles.com Prime EV Picks of 2026, taking the win because the “Prime Choose: 3-Row Electrical SUV” for the second 12 months in a row. Chosen from a extremely aggressive lineup of three-row electrical SUV’s, the 2026 Kia EV9 was praised by Automobiles.com editors for elevating the usual amongst three-row EV SUVs.
“It’s an honor to have Automobiles.com specialists acknowledge the 2026 EV9 because the main three-row electrical SUV for the second straight 12 months,” mentioned Eric Watson, Vice President of Gross sales Operations, Kia America. “This recognition illuminates the EV9’s management within the phase and the distinctive worth it delivers to customers as a completely electrical automobile.”
When deciding on a winner, Automobiles.com editors consider person options, user-friendliness, driving enjoyment, utility, charging capabilities, and extra, all of which mirror the qualities most essential to right now’s consumers. Automobiles.com judges praised the 2026 EV9’s capabilities, options and affordability as main elements for successful.
“The EV9 is not only an ideal EV — it’s an ideal three-row SUV, interval,” mentioned Aaron Bragman, Detroit Bureau Chief for Automobiles.com. “It has actual third-row usability, loads of cargo house 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 Automobiles.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 automobile 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-compulsory upgrades embody 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 linked 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 might 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 appropriate sensible gadget with an lively information plan. Regular mobile service charges might apply when utilizing a wise gadget.
[4] Cost time based mostly on Kia Company testing with 350 kW DC quick charger and roughly 72 levels Fahrenheit battery temperature. Precise cost time might differ with choices, driving situations, driving habits, automobile upkeep, charging apply, battery age, climate, temperature, and your automobile’s situation. Battery capability will lower with time and use. Frequent use of DC quick charging can negatively impression battery efficiency and sturdiness, and Kia recommends minimizing use of DC quick charging.
