2025 Kia EV9 — Full Specifications
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The 2025 Kia EV9 is an SUV powered by an electric motor, with an EPA-rated range of around 304 miles per charge. Owners often keep a Kia EV9 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2024 Kia EV9: The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | Electric motor |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
| Fuel Type | Electricity |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| EPA Range | 304 miles |
| Efficiency | 38.0 kWh/100 mi |
| CO₂ Emissions | 0 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 10 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2025 Kia EV9, all with the Electric motor engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric motor | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 100 | 83 (91/75) | — | $900 |
| Electric motor | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 107 | 89 (100/78) | — | $850 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2025 Kia EV9
Running Costs: 2025 Kia EV9
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2025 Kia EV9 Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Kia EV9 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (2), Air bags (1), Seats (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Air bags — campaign 26V545000, reported 21 August 2026. Risk: A child in the front seat may be at a greater risk of injury if the air bag deploys during a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 25V115000, reported 24 February 2025. Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Seats — campaign 24V962000, reported 20 December 2024. Risk: Seats without mounting bolts may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
- Electrical system — campaign 24V757000, reported 10 October 2024. Risk: An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Kia EV9. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (4), Power train (2), Visibility/wiper (2).
Used-buyer checklist for the 2025 Kia EV9
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (2 recall campaigns · 4 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Air bags (1 recall campaign) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Seats (1 recall campaign) — Check seat adjusters, head restraints and seat-mounted sensors work, and confirm seat recalls were completed.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2025 Kia EV9 have?
It's powered by an electric motor with an EPA-rated range of around 304 miles per charge.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Kia EV9?
It uses around 38.0 kWh per 100 miles.
Does the 2025 Kia EV9 have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2025 Kia EV9 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Kia EV9 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (2), Air bags (1), Seats (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2025 Kia EV9?
Among the 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (4 complaints), Power train (2 complaints), Visibility/wiper (2 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.