Kia India EV9
Electric SUV · 4W · Launched 2025
₹75.0 Lakh (expected)
Ex-showroom India
Range
541 km
Battery
99.8 kWh
Top speed
200 km/h
Charge
10 hr
Power
384 bhp
Seats
7
Available colors
Overview
Kia's flagship 3-row electric SUV. 800V platform shared with Hyundai. Massive 99.8 kWh battery with 541 km range.
Best for
Families wanting a premium 7-seater EV with no compromise on range
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 99.8 kWh — largest battery in India
- 3-row seating — first EV with 7 seats
- 800V ultra-fast charging
- 700 Nm — seriously powerful
−Cons
- ₹75L — very expensive
- Not yet launched in India
- Charging infrastructure for 350kW barely exists
- Massive 2,614 kg weight
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Full troubleshooting guide
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Step-by-step fixes for the 5 most-reported faults, with difficulty + cost ratings. Written by ev.care's DIYguru-certified technicians.
Read the full guideImportant: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Kia India in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Not yet in India — specs may change
Reported in earlier models — Kia India has released fixes for newer batches.
Weight will affect tyre wear
Reported in earlier models — Kia India has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 18-25% below ARAI on highways at AC + 100 kmph
Reported in earlier models — Kia India has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast charger compatibility varies by operator firmware
Reported in earlier models — Kia India has released fixes for newer batches.
Touchscreen ergonomic lag in first 6 months — OTA-fixable
Reported in earlier models — Kia India has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all Kia India EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on Kia India platforms. We've completed thousands of Kia India repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1Wait for India pricing — could be more or less than expected
- 2Only competitor is Mercedes EQB
- 3Real-world range matters more than ARAI — drive both modes on test drive
- 4Higher ground clearance helps in monsoon but hurts range slightly
- 5ADAS variant is worth the premium if you do highway driving
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 99.8 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 541 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 10 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 24 min (350kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 200 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 384 bhp |
| Torque | 700 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | AWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 2614 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 196 mm |
| Boot space | 828 litres |
| Seating | 7 seats |
On-road price by city
Estimated on-road price of Kia India EV9. Actual price may vary by dealer and variant. Includes RTO + insurance + handling.
| City | Ex-showroom | RTO | Insurance | On-road (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Delhi | ₹75.00 Lakh | ₹3.00 Lakh(4%) | ₹2.63 Lakh | ₹80.78 Lakh |
Mumbai | ₹75.00 Lakh | ₹8.25 Lakh(11%) | ₹2.63 Lakh | ₹86.03 Lakh |
Bengaluru | ₹75.00 Lakh | ₹6.00 Lakh(8%) | ₹2.63 Lakh | ₹83.78 Lakh |
Hyderabad | ₹75.00 Lakh | ₹6.75 Lakh(9%) | ₹2.63 Lakh | ₹84.53 Lakh |
Chennai | ₹75.00 Lakh | ₹6.00 Lakh(8%) | ₹2.63 Lakh | ₹83.78 Lakh |
Pune | ₹75.00 Lakh | ₹7.50 Lakh(10%) | ₹2.63 Lakh | ₹85.28 Lakh |
Ahmedabad | ₹75.00 Lakh | ₹4.50 Lakh(6%) | ₹2.63 Lakh | ₹82.28 Lakh |
Kolkata | ₹75.00 Lakh | ₹3.75 Lakh(5%) | ₹2.63 Lakh | ₹81.53 Lakh |
Estimates based on standard RTO rates. EV-specific exemptions may apply in some states. Contact dealer for exact on-road pricing.
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The Kia India EV9 scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: Families wanting a premium 7-seater EV with no compromise on range. Key strength: 99.8 kwh — largest battery in india. Main consideration: ₹75l — very expensive.
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