# Kia EV9 specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **EV range:** 305 mi - **Drive:** AWD, RWD - **Years covered:** 2024-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Kia EV9 is a midsize/large SUV with up to 305 miles of EPA range. Engines: Electric. ## Every 2026 Kia EV9 version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Range | 240V charge | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | EV9 Long Range RWD | Electric | RWD | Single-speed | 100/78 MPGe | 89 MPGe | 305 mi | 10.7 h | $850 | 0 g/mi | | EV9 Standard Range RWD | Electric | RWD | Single-speed | 101/76 MPGe | 88 MPGe | 230 mi | 8.1 h | $850 | 0 g/mi | | EV9 Long Range AWD | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 94/75 MPGe | 84 MPGe | 283 mi | 10.7 h | $900 | 0 g/mi | | EV9 Long Range AWD GT-Line | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 92/72 MPGe | 82 MPGe | 280 mi | 10.5 h | $900 | 0 g/mi | | EV9 GT | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 83/72 MPGe | 78 MPGe | 260 mi | 10.8 h | $950 | 0 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Kia EV9 specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPGe | EV range | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 78-89 | 305 mi | | 2025 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 80-89 | 304 mi | | 2024 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 80-89 | 304 mi | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the EV9 changed over the years? - **2026:** maximum range went from 304 to 305 miles. ## What does it cost to run a EV9? The EPA puts the 2026 Kia EV9's fuel cost at **$850-$950 a year**, against about $3,050 for other current midsize/large SUVs: roughly 70% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $4,500 in electricity. ## EV9 vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Range | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Lucid Gravity](/vehicles/lucid-gravity) | Electric | 90-111 MPGe | 450 mi | $700-$850 | | BMW iX3 | Electric | 102-118 MPGe | 434 mi | $650-$750 | | [Rivian R1S](/vehicles/rivian-r1s) | Electric | 67-85 MPGe | 410 mi | $900-$1,150 | | [BMW iX](/vehicles/bmw-ix) | Electric | 75-97 MPGe | 364 mi | $800-$1,000 | | [Tesla Model X](/vehicles/tesla-model-x) | Electric | 100-105 MPGe | 352 mi | $700-$750 | | Hyundai Ioniq 9 | Electric | 85-92 MPGe | 335 mi | $850-$900 | | Rivian R2 | Electric | 99-105 MPGe | 330 mi | $700-$750 | | Volvo EX60 | Electric | 104-118 MPGe | 330 mi | $650-$750 | Other current midsize/large SUVs from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the range of the 2026 Kia EV9? The 2026 Kia EV9 has an EPA-estimated range of up to 305 miles on a full charge, with an efficiency rating of 78-89 MPGe combined. Cold weather and highway speed reduce range. ### What engine does the 2026 Kia EV9 have? The 2026 Kia EV9 comes with: Electric. It uses single-speed transmission and is offered with AWD and RWD. ### Is there a hybrid Kia EV9? No, the Kia EV9 is fully electric, so there is no hybrid or gas version. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Kia EV9 for a year? About $850-$950 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average electricity prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### Does the 2026 Kia EV9 come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Kia EV9 is offered with AWD and RWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Kia EV9 cheap to run compared with other midsize/large SUVs? Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $850-$950 compares with about $3,050 for other current midsize/large SUV models. 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