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SUV · six or seven seats
- From
- £64,995
- Boot, 7 up
- 338 L
- Length
- 5,060mm
- Isofix
- 4
Kia EV9 7-seater
Seven seats as standard, an adult-sized third row and up to 349 miles of range, but weak towing on the Air
- Price from
- £66,645
- Boot, 7 seats up
- 333 L
- Electric range
- 349 miles
- Seats
- 6 or 7
- Length
- 5,010mm
Quick answer
Is the Kia EV9 a 7-seater?
Yes. Seven seats are standard on every UK EV9 (Air, GT-Line, GT-Line S and GT), and the GT-Line S (with swivelling second-row chairs) and the GT can instead be ordered as six-seaters.
Best for Electric family driving with adults in the third row
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The Kia EV9 7-seater is fully electric, with up to 349 miles of WLTP range from the single-motor Air, and reviewers rate its third row for adults.
The catch is towing on that entry Air, which is rated for only 900kg braked against 2,500kg for the dual-motor versions. For other battery-powered choices, see our list of electric 7-seaters.
Kia EV9 specifications
| Body | SUV |
|---|---|
| Seats | 6 or 7 |
| Seat layout | 2-3-2 |
| Boot, 7 seats up | 333 litres |
| Boot, 5 seats up | 828 litres |
| Boot, maximum | 2,318 litres |
| Third row suits | Adults |
| Isofix in row 3 | Yes |
| Length | 5,010mm |
|---|---|
| Width without mirrors | 1,980mm |
| Height | 1,755mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,100mm |
| Fuel, with seven seats | Electric |
| Gearbox | Automatic only |
| Price from | £66,645 |
| Towing, braked | 2,500kg |
| Euro NCAP | 5 stars (2023) |
| Electric range | Up to 349 miles (WLTP) |
| Battery | 99.8kWh |
Kia EV9 boot space
- 7 seats up
- 333L
- 5 seats up
- 828L
- Maximum
- 2,318L
With all seven seats in use the boot holds 333 litres, the 7th largest of the 29 SUVs with a published boot figure and 93 litres more than the median. With five seats in use the boot holds 828 litres, rising to a maximum of 2,318 litres.
Kia EV9 boot space is 333 litres behind the third row, 828 litres behind the second and 2,318 litres behind the front seats, according to Kia UK. There is also a front boot, 90 litres on the rear-drive Air and 52 litres on the dual-motor cars, handy for storing the charging cables.
Kia does not say whether its figures are VDA or measured to the roof, so treat comparisons with other makers' numbers with some care.
How it is measured Kia UK figures behind the third, second and first rows with seats upright; the six-seat AWD car has 2,393 litres maximum. There is also a front boot of 90 litres (RWD) or 52 litres (AWD). Kia does not state VDA or roof-height basis.
Kia EV9 dimensions
- Length
- 5,010mm5.01m · 16ft 5in
- Width
- 1,980mm1.98m · 6ft 6in
- Height
- 1,755mm1.75m · 5ft 9in
Wheelbase 3,100mmLength 5,010mmHeight 1,755mmWidth 1,980mm
At 5,010mm (5.01m, 16ft 5in) long, the EV9 is 136mm longer than the median SUV, and the 11th longest of the 37 SUVs we track. It is 1,980mm wide without mirrors and 1,755mm tall. The wheelbase, the distance between the front and rear axles, is 3,100mm.
Third row: who fits?
Third row suitsAdults
Carwow fitted three six-foot adults one behind the other in both the six- and seven-seat versions. Honest John found enough headroom for adults to sit upright and enough legroom to make the back seats genuinely useful. Auto Express likes the buttons that tilt and slide the second-row seats forward for access to the back.
The EV9's third row works for adults. Carwow fitted three six-foot adults one behind the other in both the six- and seven-seat versions, and Honest John found enough headroom to sit upright and enough legroom to make the back seats genuinely useful. Auto Express likes the buttons that tilt and slide the second-row seats forward for access.
Kia lists Isofix on the outer middle-row seats and in the third row, but the sources we checked do not give a total count. Compare rivals in 7-seaters with the most third-row space.
- Seat
- Driver
Isofix and child seats
Isofix points: outer seats in row 2 and the third row.
Engines and fuel economy
The electric EV9 has an official WLTP range of up to 349 miles from a 99.8kWh battery.
Gearbox: automatic only.
| Version | Fuel | Power | Gearbox | Seven seats | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air RWD single motor (149kW) | Electric | 203PS | Automatic | Yes | 349 miles |
| GT-Line and GT-Line S AWD dual motor (282kW) | Electric | 383PS | Automatic | Yes | 316 miles |
| GT AWD dual motor (374kW) | Electric | Not published | Automatic | Yes | 316 miles |
Official fuel economy and CO2
| Variant | Fuel | Gearbox | MPG | CO2 g/km | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air 99.8kWh 200bhp RWD 1-Speed Auto | Electric | Automatic | Not published | 0 | 481 miles |
| GT-Line 99.8kWh 378bhp AWD 1-Speed Auto | Electric | Automatic | Not published | 0 | 435 miles |
| GT-Line S 99.8kWh 378bhp AWD 1-Speed Auto (7 seater) | Electric | Automatic | Not published | 0 | 415 miles |
| GT-Line S 99.8kWh 378bhp AWD 1-Speed Auto (6 seater) | Electric | Automatic | Not published | 0 | 415 miles |
| GT 99.8kWh 501bhp AWD 1-Speed Auto (7 seater) | Electric | Automatic | Not published | 0 | 409 miles |
| GT 99.8kWh 501bhp AWD 1-Speed Auto (6 seater) | Electric | Automatic | Not published | 0 | 409 miles |
Source: Vehicle Certification Agency, data updated 4 October 2026.
Kia EV9 price
From£66,645
Kia UK OTR from price for the Air RWD, which has seven seats. Kia UK lists GT-Line from £74,645, GT-Line S from £77,645 (£78,645 as a six-seater on carwow) and GT from £82,845. Auto Express shows the range starting at £67,225.
Prices checked October 2026.
Safety and recalls
5 stars from Euro NCAP, tested in 2023.
DVSA recalls
The DVSA lists 4 recalls for the EV9:
24 April 2026 · Ref R/2026/139 · 242 vehicles
Kia Cluster Malfunction Recall
The instrument cluster screen may respond slowly immediately after starting the vehicle. During this condition activating the turn signal can cause the cluster to reset or the Blind View Monitor (BVM) within the cluster to turn green. The malfunction is caused by PMIC noise induced falsely high temperature sensor readings which trigger the chip protection logic above a certain threshold and lead to performance limitation up to reboot or black screen.
Remedy: Over The Air software update or dealer software update
Built 24 June 2025 to 21 November 2025
1 April 2025 · Ref R/2025/115 · 1,179 vehicles
Kia EV9 Seat Mounting Bolts
Due to an error by a plant assembly worker some of the seat mounting bolts may be missing in the subject vehicles. Seats with missing seat mounting bolts may not properly restrain an occupant during certain collisions potentially resulting in injuries in case of a crash.
Remedy: Inspect the mounting bolts and refit if required.
Built 7 January 2023 to 12 November 2024
8 November 2024 · Ref R/2024/406 · 2,611 vehicles
Kia EV9 IEB Upgrade for RSPA Function
On affected vehicles the manufacturer has determined that due to an error with the Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) software repeated Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) stops may result in extended stopping distances while using RSPA.
Remedy: Update of the Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) software with improved logic.
Built 10 March 2023 to 15 October 2024
30 August 2024 · Ref R/2024/276 · 3 vehicles
Kia EV9 and Niro SG2 Gear Drive Unit Recall
On affected vehicles due to Improper torque applied to the Gear Drive Unit during assembly by the differential gear supplier they may exhibit a grinding noise while driving which can result in a loss of motive power and/or cause the differential to lock up.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the Gear Drive Unit will be replaced.
Built 19 May 2023 to 1 May 2024
Recall data updated 4 October 2026. Ask a dealer to check a specific car by its registration.
Kia EV9 verdict: pros and cons
Our verdict The EV9 is a full-size electric SUV with seven seats as standard, a third row that fits six-foot adults and up to 349 miles of range. If you tow, choose a dual-motor version, as the entry Air is limited to 900kg braked.
Pros
- Third row fits six-foot adults (carwow)
- Up to 349 miles of WLTP range (Air)
- Five-star Euro NCAP rating (2023)
Cons
- Entry Air tows only 900kg braked
- 333 litres of boot with all seven seats up
- 5,010mm long and 1,980mm wide before mirrors
Good to know
- The single-motor Air can tow only 900kg braked, while the dual-motor versions are rated at 2,500kg (Kia UK)
- WLTP range is 349 miles for the Air, 316 miles for the GT-Line on 20in wheels and 313 miles for the GT-Line S on 21in wheels (Kia UK)
- Kia quotes a 10 to 80% rapid charge in 24 minutes for the 99.8kWh battery (Kia UK)
- The range-topping EV9 GT has 501 horsepower, covers 0 to 62mph in 4.6 seconds and is offered with six or seven seats (Kia UK)
- Carwow lists the EV9 at 5,015mm long and 1,780mm tall, while Auto Express and Honest John give 5,010mm and 1,755mm (carwow, Auto Express, Honest John)
Practicality
Kia EV9 dimensions are 5,010mm long, 1,980mm wide without mirrors and 1,755mm tall on a 3,100mm wheelbase, according to Auto Express and Honest John; carwow lists 5,015mm and 1,780mm. That is a lot of car to park, so try it in your own space first.
Kia quotes a 10 to 80% rapid charge in 24 minutes for the 99.8kWh battery. Range depends on version and wheels: 349 miles for the Air, 316 miles for the GT-Line on 20in wheels and 313 miles for the GT-Line S on 21in wheels.
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Kia EV9 FAQs
How big is the Kia EV9 boot with all seven seats up?
333 litres with all seven seats in use, 828 litres with five seats in use and a maximum of 2,318 litres.
How long is the Kia EV9?
The Kia EV9 is 5,010mm long (5.01m, 16ft 5in), 1,980mm wide without its mirrors and 1,755mm tall.
Can adults sit in the third row of the Kia EV9?
Yes. The third row is roomy enough for adults.
Is there an electric Kia EV9 7-seater?
Yes. With seven seats you can have an electric version with an official range of up to 349 miles.
Which Kia EV9 is best for towing?
A dual-motor version. Kia UK rates the dual-motor GT-Line, GT-Line S and GT at 2,500kg braked, while the single-motor Air can tow only 900kg, so check your trailer's weight before choosing the Air.
Should I choose the six-seat or seven-seat Kia EV9?
Seven seats are standard. The six-seat layout is offered on the GT-Line S, with swivelling second-row chairs, and on the GT. Carwow fitted three six-foot adults one behind the other in both layouts, so the choice comes down to whether you need the seventh seat.
The six-seat dual-motor car also has a slightly larger maximum boot, 2,393 litres against 2,318.
Is the Kia EV9 GT a 7-seater?
Yes. The range-topping GT has seven seats as standard and can be ordered as a six-seater. Kia UK quotes 501 horsepower, 0 to 62mph in 4.6 seconds and 316 miles of WLTP range.
Sources Kia UK, carwow, Auto Express, Honest John, DVSA, VCA
