Kia EV9, launching on October 3, will offer these features
What's the story
Kia Motors is preparing to introduce two new models in India on October 3, the Carnival and the all-electric EV9.
The latter will be the company's flagship electric vehicle in the country. It will be available in a single, top-spec GT-Line AWD version with a six-seat layout.
Ahead of its official debut, CarWale has revealed the feature list for this upcoming electric SUV, showcasing an array of high-tech amenities.
Tech features
EV9 to sport twin 12.3-inch screens
The Kia EV9 will come equipped with twin 12.3-inch screens for the infotainment system and instrument cluster, a touch-based five-inch HVAC panel, and a digital IRVM.
It will also feature a Meridian-sourced 14-speaker audio system, heads-up display, wireless Android Auto as well as Apple CarPlay connectivity options.
Other tech features include a wireless charger, connected tech with over 100 features, digital key, and OTA updates for added convenience.
Safety amenities
Safety and comfort features
The EV9 will also include a Level-2 ADAS suite, 360-degree camera with blind spot monitoring, four-spoke steering wheel with illuminated emblem, twin sunroof, and electrically adjustable telescopic steering wheel.
The vehicle will provide an 18-way adjustable pilot seat with memory function, 12-way adjustable co-pilot seat, powered captain seats for the second row with massage and ventilation functions.
Other features comprise automatic climate control, recline for the third-row seats, powered tailgate as well as 10 airbags for enhanced safety.
Performance specs
Up to 561km range expected per charge
The Kia EV9 will be powered by a 99.8kWh battery pack, delivering an ARAI-certified driving range of 561km on a single charge.
The vehicle is capable of producing 380hp and 700Nm torque with a zero to 100km/h sprint speed in just 5.3 seconds.
The EV9 supports fast-charging, topping up from 10% to 80% in just under half an hour using a compatible charger.
Interior design
EV9 can be booked for ₹10 lakh
The interior of the Kia EV9 will feature black-and-beige-themed upholstery, offering a six-seater variant with captain seats in the second row.
Pre-launch bookings for the EV9 are currently underway at select dealerships for a token amount of ₹10 lakh, with display in showrooms and test drives scheduled from March 2025 onwards.
Given it will be a fully imported model, it is expected to cost around ₹1 crore (ex-showroom).