- On sale
- 4 variants
- Large SUV
Kia EV9
Price, range and specs in Australia
From$97,000to $129,250 RRP before on-road costs
The Kia EV9 is an electric large SUV on sale in Australia since 2023. Four variants are available: Air RWD, Earth AWD, GT-Line AWD and GT. Prices run from $97,000 to $129,250 before on-road costs. WLTP range runs from 443 km on the Air RWD to 512 km on the Earth AWD, from batteries of 76.1 to 99.8 kWh.
Kia EV9 variants and prices
RRP before on-road costs. Choose a variant for its full specs.
| Variant | Price (RRP) | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive | Seats | Best for | Full specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air RWD2023 to current | $97,000 | 443 km | 76.1 kWh | 8.2 s | RWD | 7 | Best value | Specs → |
| Earth AWD2023 to current | $106,500 | 512 km | 99.8 kWh NMC | 6.0 s | AWD | 7 | Specs → | |
| GT-Line AWD2023 to current | $121,000 | 512 km | 99.8 kWh NMC | 5.3 s | AWD | 7 | Specs → | |
| GT2026 to current | $129,250 | 510 km | 99.8 kWh NMC | 4.6 s | AWD | 7 | Quickest | Specs → |
Compare the EV9 variants
Headline figures side by side. The best figure in each row is highlighted.
| Spec | Air RWD | Earth AWD | GT-Line AWD | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (RRP) | $97,000 | $106,500 | $121,000 | $129,250 |
| Range (WLTP) | 443 km | 512 km | 512 km | 510 km |
| Real-world range, combined* | 416 km | 481 km | 481 km | 479 km |
| Real-world range, highway* | 345 km | 399 km | 399 km | 398 km |
| Battery (total, usable) | 76.1 kWh (72.8) | 99.8 kWh (96) NMC | 99.8 kWh (96) NMC | 99.8 kWh (96) NMC |
| DC fast charge · 10–80% | 240 kW · 23 min | 350 kW · 24 min | 350 kW · 24 min | 206 kW · 22 min |
| AC charging (max) | 10.5 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Power | 160 kW | 283 kW | 283 kW | 374 kW |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 700 Nm | 700 Nm | 740 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.2 s | 6.0 s | 5.3 s | 4.6 s |
| Top speed | 190 km/h | 200 km/h | 200 km/h | 220 km/h |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Boot (seats up) | 333 L | 828 L | 828 L | 333 L |
| Towing (braked) | 900 kg | 2,500 kg | 2,500 kg | 2,500 kg |
| Kerb weight | 2,312 kg | 2,552 kg | 2,636 kg | 2,648 kg |
*Zecar estimate from WLTP and body shape, at a 70 km/h (combined) or 110 km/h (highway) average.
Earth AWD vs Air RWD
Costs $9,500 more and adds 69 km of WLTP range, 123 kW and all-wheel drive. 2.2 s quicker to 100 km/h. Boot behind the rear seats grows from 333 L to 828 L.
GT-Line AWD vs Earth AWD
Costs $14,500 more. 0.7 s quicker to 100 km/h.
GT vs GT-Line AWD
Costs $8,250 more and adds 91 kW, but has 2 km less range. 0.7 s quicker to 100 km/h. Boot behind the rear seats drops from 828 L to 333 L.
Kia EV9 range and running costs
WLTP is the official test. Real-world is Zecar's combined estimate at a 70 km/h average.
| Variant | Per 100 km | Full charge |
|---|---|---|
| Air RWD | $5.78 | $24 |
| Earth AWD | $6.60 | $32 |
| GT-Line AWD | $6.60 | $32 |
| GT | $6.60 | $32 |
Charging at home at 33c/kWh, on the real-world combined estimate.
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| Variant | Home AC (max) | Home 0–100% | DC fast (max) | DC 10–80% | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air RWD | 10.5 kW | 10 hrs 15 mins | 240 kW | 23 min | Charging guide → |
| Earth AWD | 11 kW | 10 hrs 6 mins | 350 kW | 24 min | Charging guide → |
| GT-Line AWD | 11 kW | 10 hrs 6 mins | 350 kW | 24 min | Charging guide → |
| GT | 11 kW | 10 hrs 30 mins | 206 kW | 22 min | Charging guide → |
EV9 size, boot space and towing
| Spec | Air RWD | Earth AWD | GT-Line AWD | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Length × width × height | 5,010 × 1,980 × 1,755 mm | 5,010 × 1,980 × 1,755 mm | 5,015 × 1,980 × 1,780 mm | 5,015 × 1,980 × 1,755 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,100 mm | 3,100 mm | 3,100 mm | 3,100 mm |
| Ground clearance | 177 mm | 177 mm | 177 mm | |
| Turning circle | 12.4 m | 12.4 m | 12.4 m | 12.4 m |
| Boot (seats up / folded) | 333 L / 2,318 L | 828 L / 2,318 L | 828 L / 2,318 L | 333 L / 2,393 L |
| Frunk | 90 L | 52 L | 52 L | 52 L |
| Towing (braked / unbraked) | 900 / 450 kg | 2,500 / 750 kg | 2,500 / 750 kg | 2,500 / 750 kg |
| Kerb weight | 2,312 kg | 2,552 kg | 2,636 kg | 2,648 kg |
| Warranty (car / battery) | 7 yrs, unlimited km / 7 yrs, 150,000 km | 7 yrs, unlimited km / 7 yrs, 150,000 km | 7 yrs, unlimited km / 7 yrs, 150,000 km | 7 yrs, unlimited km / 7 yrs, 150,000 km |
Lease the EV9 from your pre-tax salary
Every variant is over the $91,387 LCT threshold, so FBT applies. See your weekly cost before you talk to a provider.
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How the Air RWD ranks
Range (WLTP)
3rd of 3
443 km
Price
2nd of 3
$97,000
Power
3rd of 3
160 kW
Boot space
2nd of 3
333 L
DC charging
1st of 3
240 kW
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Kia EV9 FAQs
443 to 512 km on the WLTP test, or an estimated 416 to 481 km in mixed real-world driving.
Four variants are on sale: Air RWD ($97,000), Earth AWD ($106,500), GT-Line AWD ($121,000) and GT ($129,250).
The GT costs $32,250 more and adds 67 km of WLTP range, 214 kW and all-wheel drive. 3.6 s quicker to 100 km/h.
About 10.1 to 10.5 hours from empty to full on a home wallbox, or 22 to 24 minutes from 10 to 80% on a DC fast charger, depending on the variant.
No. Every variant is priced over the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so none qualifies for the FBT exemption.
The boot holds 333 to 828 litres with the rear seats up and it can tow up to 2,500 kg braked.
7 seats.
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