2026 Kia EV9
The 2026 Kia EV9 is a midsize SUV, rated at 89 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 89· 305 mi
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $55,000
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | EV9 |
| Model year | 2026 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Electricity |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 100 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 78 |
| Combined MPG | 89 |
| Combined MPGe | 38 |
| Electric range | 305 mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $850 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| EV9 GT | 78 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| EV9 Long Range AWD | 84 MPG combined |
| EV9 Long Range AWD GT-Line | 82 MPG combined |
| EV9 Long Range RWD | 89 MPG combined |
| EV9 Standard Range RWD | 88 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 100 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 78 MPG |
| Combined | 89 MPG |
| Combined | 38 MPGe |
| Electric range | 305 mi |
Efficiency vs class average
About 248% more efficient than the EV9's class average.
- Amount financed
- $49,500
- Total interest
- $8,611
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≈ $1,809/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $0.17/kWh
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (1)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL26V046000 · 2026-01-27
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays" and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC361. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 9, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2026 Kia EV9?
The 2026 Kia EV9 is EPA-rated at 89 MPG combined (100 city / 78 highway).
Is the 2026 Kia EV9 reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Kia EV9. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Kia EV9?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 Kia EV9 costs roughly $1,809 per year to charge, or about $9,046 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2026 Kia EV9?
The 2026 Kia EV9 is classified as a midsize suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC