The KIA EV9 is the latest model. a new electric SUV based on the E-GMP platform which will be; on sale in select global markets starting in the second half of the year. of the year. The Italian prices have not yet been communicated. After providing many details on the technical specifications of this model, the Korean car manufacturer now wanted to add some further information on the version of the SUV for the European market.
UP TO 7 SEATS 
we remember > up to 7 seats , depending on the configuration chosen, and size5,010mm long x 1,980mm wide x 1,755mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,100mm. The SUV is also equipped with an additional space for luggage placed in the front bonnet, with a capacity of 300 kg. of 90 liters in the rear-wheel drive version and 52 liters in the all-wheel drive version. The rear trunk has a capacity; 828 liters with 4/5 seats in upright position and 333 liters when all 6/7 seats are occupied.
For the shapes of the SUV, the manufacturer followed its “Opposites United” design philosophy. On the front, the latest generation of Kia's Digital Tiger Face stands out, with horizontal LED headlights for the Baseline and vertical cubic projectors for the GT-Line. There are also active air intakes that improve aerodynamic efficiency. At the rear, on the other hand, we find Y-shaped light clusters. Depending on the model chosen, the Kia EV9 will be able to; have 19, 20 or 21 inch rims.
EV9 will be available in Europe in five metallic colours: Snow White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Flare Red, Pebble Grey, Iceberg Green. The Ivory Silver tint, in the glossy or matt variants, is; available exclusively for EV9 Baseline. The Ocean Blue colour, taken from the Concept EV9, will be used in the future. available for the GT-Line version in matt or glossy finish.
The interiors, in addition to offering plenty of space, have a minimalist layout. However, we also find a lot of technology starting with the two 12.3-inch screens of the instrumentation and the infotainment system. The central console is; equipped with a wireless charger for the smartphone and a module equipped with a USB port and charger. The second and third row seats also have USB sockets.
The first row is equipped with USB ports. available with relax seatswith the possibility; to be reclined and to extend the footrest. The electrically adjustable seats have an integrated memory system, which automatically enters the driver's preset seat and steering wheel position. The third row of seats is equipped with armrests with bottle holder and cup holder. Each row of lounging seats is designed for a comfortable fit. equipped with an additional leg rest and full ventilation both in the front and in the back.
In the 6-seater version, available only in the GT-Line version, the seats in the second row can rotate 180 degrees, allowing passengers to converse with those in the third row. The passenger compartment is; finished with recycled materials. For example, the fabric and carpets are made from recycled PET. For music lovers, the Kia EV9 offers a Meridian Premium Sound System with 14 speakers and an external amplifier.
ENGINE AND SAFETY 
The new KIA EV9 will be agrave; proposed in Europe with two different engines: the first with a single electric motor and rear-wheel drive and the second with a dual engine and four-wheel drive. Both have a 99.8 kWh battery.
Specifically, the rear-wheel drive version has a 150 kW engine capable of delivering a maximum torque of 350 Nm. maximum speed of 185km/h, it accelerates from 0-100kmh in 9.4 seconds. It is distinguished by a driving range of up to 541 km, according to the WLTP cycle. The second, on the other hand, adopts a 283 kW (385 HP) twin electric motor with 600 Nm of torque. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 6 seconds (5.3 seconds with the Boost option). No mention of autonomy.
The SUV supports 800V architecture and this allows very high power charging. In this regard, KIA speaks generically of the possibility of to be able to recover in 15 minutes (from the HPC direct current columns) an autonomy of 239 km for the rear-wheel drive version, RWD, and up to 219 km for the all-wheel drive version, AWD.
< p>KIA EV9 also features two-way chargingwhich allows the use of technologies such as Vehicle-to-Load (V2L), Vehicle-to-Building/Vehicle-to-Home (V2B/V2H) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G). In particular, the V2L allows you to power external electrical devices, while V2B and V2H are two systems that allow EV9 to even power a house. V2G is a system that allows the SUV to transfer energy directly to the grid.
The functions of the SUV are equipped with a system that allows the SUV to transfer energy directly to the grid. two-way charging options, including Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), Vehicle-to-Building (V2B) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), will be introduced as optional upgrades in the future, starting in the Netherlands in March 2024. Speaking of safety, the KIA EV9 in Europe will be; proposal with a rich set of ADAS systems. In particular, as standard it will be able to count on the latest generation of Highway Driving Assist with Lane Change Assist and hands-on detection. In some countries it will have a also of the Highway Driving Pilot (Level 3 autonomous driving).
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