The 2024 Kia EV9 is slated to reach at dealerships late this 12 months, and Kia on Wednesday confirmed a beginning worth of $54,900, excluding vacation spot.

The beginning worth is for the entry-level Mild grade which comes with a 76.1-kwh battery and single-motor rear-wheel drive. The motor is rated at 215 hp.

Extra grades will embody the Mild Lengthy Vary, Wind, Land, and GT-Line, all of which is able to include a 99.8-kwh battery. These grades are anticipated to come back normal with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system rated at 380 hp, other than the Mild Lengthy Vary grade which is predicted to characteristic the all-wheel-drive system as an out there choice.

A high-performance GT grade can be deliberate although it is not anticipated to reach till early 2025.

Pricing for the opposite grades will likely be introduced at a later date. Kia additionally hasn’t introduced vary estimates for any grades, although the automaker has beforehand hinted at a most vary of 300 miles, on this case for the Mild Lengthy Vary with single-motor rear-wheel drive.

Patrons on the lookout for EV tax credit might need to delay their buy. The primary batch of EV9s will likely be in-built South Korea however Kia plans to maneuver manufacturing subsequent 12 months to its plant in West Level, Georgia.

Customary options on the EV9’s Mild grade embody DC fast-charging, 19-inch wheels, and seating for seven, with the driving force’s seat that includes eight-way energy adjustment and heating and cooling. All EV9s additionally characteristic a single curved show combining a pair of 12.3-inch screens for the instrument cluster and infotainment system, plus a 5.0-inch display for the local weather management. Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and a wi-fi telephone charger are additionally normal.

In terms of security, Kia has added 20 digital driver-assist options as normal. Amongst these are forward-collision warnings with pedestrian and bicycle owner detection and help for intersections. The system can be designed to offer some braking and/or steering enter to assist keep away from a crash if the driving force does not react in time.