[EarlyEVadopter]

Wow that is really sharp. Wonder about the range, given it's size...

Pretty impressive EV for those in the market for a larger EV with 3 row seating. I predict at launch the price tag of the EV9 will be just shy of $70K for a two wheel drive variant with a 100KW (or slightly larger) battery.

 

[EarlyEVadopter]

If this is accurate, the lowest trim with reasonable range will be $61k which is not bad considering what it is, but still a lot more than my Ariya.

2024 Kia EV9 SUV Specs Might Have Leaked Suggesting A $56,000 Starting price | Carscoops

A survey sent to current Telluride owners might provide key details about the EV9

www.carscoops.com

Also note that there are both 6 and 7 seat variants listed here. Presumably the 7 seat variant has a normal bench for the 2nd row with 2 seats still in the third row.

If accurate, I suspect $61K would only buy you the 77.4KW battery as found in the EV6 platform. Given marginal HP and range it remains to be seen just how popular that entry version will be. However, even performance numbers and range estimates for the upper tier EV9:variants appear a bit lackluster.
IMO if you’re looking for a 3 row SUV EV, the Rivian R1S has more to offer if your budget will allow you to pay a bit more. In hindsight the early R1S reservation holders signing up to purchase their Rivian for under $80K will realize huge value by comparison.

 

[EarlyEVadopter]

The article claimed 290 miles range for the $61K variant, but much lower HP and only slightly better torque than the FWD Ariya. It wouldn't be super fun to drive, that's for sure. R1S is definitely more attractive, but $80K is quite a lot for a car, at least to me. That's almost twice what my Ariya will end up being, and the Ariya is the most expensive car I've ever bought (by more than $10K, even after the federal incentive). Personally, I wouldn't go for a $61K car, let alone an $80K car.

I agree @atreis that $80K is a pretty steep price tag to pay for an SUV and certainly outside my budget as well. Although I do like the appearance of the EV9, and believe that Hyundai/Kia team overall has done a remarkable evolving all their EV platforms, from what I’ve seen of the EV9 so far I’m not convinced that it is cutting edge. Seems to me price point sensitivity might be holding back its full potential. Specifically I fear since it will be considerably heavier combined with a higher drag coefficient than the EV6, the battery pack at launch will be undersized.

 

[EarlyEVadopter]

It’s a steep price tag for a Kia too! A Kia…

Unless an EV buyer requires 3 row seating capacity offered in the EV9, once the smoke clears I suspect the Ariya feature for feature will still remain a better value than the EV9. That said, although Ariya is badged with a Nissan logo, surprisingly it offers the premium feel usually found in the upper tier badging of Infinity and Lexus.

 

[EarlyEVadopter]

Kia/Hyundai/Genesis is really going for it with their vehicles although I'm personally on the fence with the brand. That said, the electrified Genesis GV70 is coming in at $60K+ ($70K+ on the top end) and is now available to order, but only in certain states (arrrrgh). That's the one that is the most tempting out of their product lines for me.

The Genesis GV 70 is definitely a looker. However as far as I can tell it has two significant downfalls. 1. It’s an ICE vehicle design that’s been retrofitted for EV use. 2. EPA Range is limited (low 200 miles) due to its smallish 77.4 KW battery pack.