The shift toward all-electric cars here at Jim Butler Kia of St. Louis has undergone many changes and forks in the road along the journey, and there is one recent development we couldn't be more excited about! We have determined that to be truly competitive in the electric segment, we should probably “reveal the big guns,” and incorporate a high-performance model just like our competitors. The details about the 2024 EV9 GT have been recently made public, and the stats are most definitely impressive enough to render it well worth waiting for.
There have not yet been specific dates indicated as to when this segment-leading and enthralling package will be available, but there are plenty of distinct hints that have been left to give industry experts an idea of an estimate. Industry experts in various car blogs have reported that the EV9 GT will most likely hit dealerships early in 2025. Until that long-awaited time, the standard option is absolutely game-changing for an awesome daily driver within its own rite. Deliveries of the three-row earth-friendly EV9 will begin later this year, with the choice of rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive setup.
The rear-wheel-drive option cranks out 200 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, while the all-wheel drive setup resides at 378 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque. Many of our faithful customers that have been won over by Kia’s offerings of immersive technology and world-class warranty coverage will opt to wait for the EV9 GT, which looks like it will top out at the staggering 576 horsepower and 545 lb-ft of torque. Another addition to the high-octane fund will be a stealth and exciting secret in the form of a button on the steering wheel that unleashes even more acceleration.
The Consumer Reports review team claim that the 2023 EV9 is “a full-size SUV that fills a big gap in the market, thanks to its seating options and a price lower than most luxury EVs.” Fast charging, a long range, and plenty of interior space make the EV9 one of the savviest choices on the market. Taking a few of its design cues from the side profile of the Kia Soul, the height, width, and length are all barely within a fraction of an inch of the Kia Telluride. The EV9 also incorporates lighting as a major component of its stature, as it blends smaller LEDs with a very distinguished light bar crossing the front of the vehicle.
Inside you'll find a very minimalist interior design, which is dominated by a wide panel of touchscreens. Built-in navigation can plan a route for you the includes charging stations when needed, and Kia now prides ourselves on elements such as interior carpeting using recycled materials. The EV9’s E-GMP platform consists of a flat interior floor, which gives the vehicle a roomier interior minus the moguls that other drivetrain configurations see popping up here. A very long center console extends from the first to the second rows, offering convenient storage for the trip.
The addition of comforts such as relaxation mode provides extendable footrest for the midsummer or holiday vacation, with the expected range on tap for these outings at around 300 miles. The EV9 has an 800 Volt architecture that paves the way for faster DC charging than many other current models, allowing for getting the battery from 10% up to 80% in a quite impressive under 20 minutes. You will also be able to add features such as custom lighting patterns and an enhanced remote parking tool from the awesome Kia Connect store, always online to assist and make your experience more enjoyable.
