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2026 Kia EV9
The new Kia EV9 is a sUV Luxury available in New Zealand from $110,790 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Light variant and topping out at $139,790 for the Gt-Line variant.
There are 3 variants of the EV9 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2023.
The new 2026 EV9 is offered with a 5 year, 150,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Kia EV9 include electric motor (160kW/350Nm) and electric motor (283kW/600Nm). Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $110,790 - $139,790†
- Transmission
- Single-Speed Auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- BEV
- Retail Price
- $110,790 - $139,790†
- Transmission
- Single-Speed Auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- BEV
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Kia EV9
2026 Kia EV9
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2026 Kia EV9
Available Variants
The Kia EV9 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Light and the most expensive being Gt-Line.
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Power to Weight
69.53 - 111.42 kW/t
69.53 kW/t
139.07 kW/t
Boot Space
333 litres
258 litres
333 litres
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
150,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 years
3 years
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,960 - 3,240 kg
2,886 kg
3,245 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
900 - 2,500 kg
900 kg
3,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
177 mm
177 mm
283 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
76.1 - 99.8 kWh
0.2 kWh
99.8 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
11 kW
6.6 kW
11 kW
DC Fast Charging (max kW)
210 - 235 kW
71 kW
235 kW
Vehicle Range (EV)
443 - 505 km
170 km
505 km
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Light
2026
$110,790
Earth
2026
$120,790
Gt-Line
2026
$139,790
Year
2026
Fuel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sport Utility Vehicle
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Rear
4x4
Maximum Power
160 kW
283 kW
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2026 Kia EV9
Dimensions
5,010 mm
1,980 mm
inc mirror: 2,300 mm
inc mirror: 2,300 mm
1,755 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,010 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,980 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,300 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,755 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,100 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,380 mm |
| Load Capacity | 659 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2026 Kia EV9
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia EV9 is the Light variant that starts from $110,790.
See all Kia EV9 PricingThe most expensive Kia EV9 is the Gt-Line variant that starts from $139,790.
See all Kia EV9 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia EV9 is 2500 kg offered by the following variants: Earth and Gt-Line.
See all Kia EV9 towing capacityThe largest Kia EV9 is the Gt-Line variant which measures 1980mm wide, 5015mm in length and sits 1780mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 283kW of power and 600nm of torque are the Earth and Gt-Line variants.
The Kia EV9 is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Kia EV9 is the Earth variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3240 kg.
The Kia EV9 is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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