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This is a great car, great seats and great cabin noise, more quiet than Model X, Model Y, Volvo V90, Nio ET5. Drive is very good. One thing that this car does right, there is physical buttons for what you need to most, climate, volume, lights etc and they are not haptic, great job! I do agree that the climate controls are somewhat hidden by the steering wheel. Cruise control is good. If you flip the back view mirror, it will show the camera instead. I prefer the regular mirror, but might be nice once you get used to it. I like that the dash shows the cameras if you indicate. I imagine wind noise is even lower without side view mirrors. Average sound noise was 59db, a record for me on the same 90-110km/h stretch. Winter tyres! I wish the steering wheel settings can go higher, lower and more out than it does. The kids and wife loved it. I think this will be the next.
I watched A LOT of videos for the EV9 and this is by far the most interesting one.Much more detail and many little things others left out. Amazing review!
10:48 The charging vs charging and connection switch makes so much sense. In cars with wireless apple carplay sometimes you connect your phone to charge but then it switches to cable connected carplay and then you get disconnected from carplay whenever you want to stop charging your phone. Cool solution from Kia!
If I were looking to buy a large electric SUV, I'd buy this in an instant, and wouldn't consider Audi, BMW or Mercedes at all. The BMW and Mercedes cars are hideous to look at, and the Audi is full of dead animals. The EV9 is far more interesting, and Kia's approach to sustainability is light years ahead of the others. It also has lots of lovely buttons, even if the speed chime is buried in a menu somewhere. And then there's the price. Why pay that much more just for a badge? Another home run from Kia, and another fine review from Thomas.
It is possible to create a shortcut for turning off the speed warning. You can have it via the star button under the screen or the star button on the steering wheel
Hm, I tried and it did not offer any connection to turn off the speed limit. Kia officials also said there is no shortcut possible. Where do u have ur info from?
@@autogefuehl If you press the star button under the screen or on the steering wheel you can create a shortcut to different departments within the system. Then you can create a shortcut to the ADAS overview. then you just need to hit the star, choose the speed limit function and then turn it off. This function is the same in all Kias. I have it in my e-Soul for example.
Very good review thanks Thomas. I am so impressed how quickly Kia responds to the market and customer sentiment. Animal free interior, real buttons, comprehensive tech and unique styling. It's an impressive blend of convenience, practicality and value as well as looking absolutely unique. Amazing job by Kia.
Really good review Thomas. I had a chance last week to test EV9 GT line. Few points to say. It's going even faster 0-100kmh..I would say 4.7sec Black metallic colour is nice and I am waiting to see red metallic in live Few things what is missing: - no massage seat for passenger side - no wireless connection android auto (software update will come soon) - still distance with 1 charging (km/miles) small - for sure there is a way to turn off these beeping sounds/warnings Overall: amazing price, quality really high level, no more glossy plastics (visible scratches)- few areas only, super smooth to drive, lane assistant works really good I am a user of Sorento model for the past 3y, amazing car, I am having great experience but only what is killing me is the glossy plastic inside. 😂
Excellent review as always, Thomas! Would be interesting to see a follow-up review on the bidirectional charging capabilities, particularly how new EVs can power a house (during power outages or to maximize time of use pricing from the utility).
Older American dude here. Really great review, as always. I appreciate your thorough anallaysis and sense of humor. I know it looks easy, (that's a sign of a pro in life, business-"and so on"), but it is work. Good job! And, no. Don't eat in my car. LOL
I remember laughing at a old Kia Rio when I was young...would never have guessed something as impressive as this. Personally I would have made it more van-like as its more practical, but SUVs sell better for unknown reasons..
Exactly this, we got a new SUV recently. Mrs said MPV’s look dorky and she didn’t want a van / commercial vehicle. She likes the airy feeling provided by high roofed vehicles so that just left SUV’s. SUV’s are also a much more developed sector than MPV’s and van based people carriers. Every car manufacturer sells multiple SUV’s for all kinds of use, so along with more choice, there is more volume, with more potential for deals.
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I ordered the GT AWD, because almost 10 s to get to 100 is going to give issues when merging onto the freeway. Incidentally, those 'lights in the grill' will not be available for matte color, if the US is anything go by. Also, the fact you haave to press a little more on the buttonstrip with with 'setup'; I suspect this was done on purpose after feedback from the US that it was very easy to press these button by accident while working the touch screen. Could be wrong though.
Really looking forward to the EV5 version of this, hopefully will just be a mini version of the EV9. I might be able to actually park a 4.6m vehicle on London streets! The EV9 at over 5m is too long for my liking.
The flat floor is super attractive. 2318 liters, that's about what a long wheelbase R-Class offered? I'd love a modern R-Class with a modern drivetrain, be it a good gas, PHEV or EV. Could be made very aerodynamically with the EQ design language. More so than the EQS SUV even, I think.
The speed limiter acces can be configured under the multimedia button. Press and hold the STAR button and select it to driving assistance quick set. In this case you actually just press 2 things to deactivate it. In many competitors you can not switch the system off while you are driving. Either you remember to deactivate it or on the move you must stop for deactivating it.
As a piece of design and a technology platform, its a bit of a sensation to be honest. In my area where the school run car is a big status symbol, I am expecting there to be loads very quickly. Yes, way too big but since when has that been really relevant to anything. Great review as always. And I think you are correct. For the large EV sector, this car has seriously reset the bar. By a mile
Thanks for the review. I'm looking to change my Audi A6 Avant to an electric but: - Q8 e-tron is a bit old tech (slow loading, no 800V architecture,...) + cabin is the same as the A6. Drives great though but it lacks some user details like the KIA has USB-C everywhere and at the right place. - BMW iX: seems a bit to small (at least that is the impression you get from many reviewers) - Mercedes EQ isn't really my taste in design. - Tesla go to minimlastic to fast to my liking.... - Was hoping the Q6 would launch but it seems posponed...that doesn't give much confidence to actually have one before Q3-2024.... => this EV9 really looks like a great alternative. Never driven anything other then VW, Audi, BMW,... so first a test drive to see one for real. Other suggestions to consider?
I have Tesla model Y and I am fan of Audi so I am looking for Q8 etron but as you said I feel like I would end up buying a bit outdated car in terms of technology so Kia seems a bit more attractive to me (it’s here approx 50k usd cheaper than Q8 etron).
It is possible to create a shortcut for the ADAS-systems. You can chose to have via the star-button under the infotainmentscreen or via the star-button on the steering wheel.
Thanks! I did try that since I know that function. I pressed it and the menu showed nothing related to that function or that overview. Kia told me that they were not allowed to implement such a shortcut even by this way. I found it strange because Mercedes and BMW do offer way easier shortcuts. Kia said that by the time they homologated the vehicle, even stricter rules were in place than with the other new cars. Not sure if that's the reason. ll recheck next time again in the menu one more time nevertheless, but as I said, we tried it with several people on location and no one could make it work. It could be that the menu in your e-Soul still offers more/different choices than now in the EV9. If anyone has an EV9 and found it in the menu, happy to post it here.
@@autogefuehl. I work with Kia and I have been driving three different EV9 the last week and all of them had the possibility to create a shortcut to the overview of the driver assist systems. The regulation for ISLA starts from July 2022 so all cars that is homologated after that needs to have the system. After July 2024 all cars are forced to have ISLA regardless of when they are homolgated. My e-Soul is a facelift which does have ISLA because it’s homologated after July 22. However, I had not the possibility to create a shortcut before I downloaded the latest software. Maybe the cars at the press event didn’t have the latest software.
Great review as always. Love the interior design, materials and tech of this vehicle. Shame about the looks on the outside, which are a bit on the loud side.
23:16 u can increase speed limit warning by 5kmph or 10 kmph. Settings → Vehicle → Driver assistance → Speed limit → Speed limit offset (u can have the warning come up at 5 above limit, 10 above, 5 below, 10 below, and, of course at limit. so I guess that means you can adjust/offset it so for a speed limit of 50, u can make it warn u at 41, 46, 51, 56, or 61). In all egmp vehicles.
@@isimonsez Uh yes. Kia literally made a car called the Telluride for only the NA market. It is the same size as this, same shape, same sort of vertical boxy design. It is the same concept but in a more modern EV manner. In USA cars like these have been the norm and trend for a lot longer.
Could elaborate more on comparison EV9 with Volvo EX90? You've mentioned it once, but mostly compared to three german brands, where the price difference is much larger. EV9 is still less expensive than Volvo, but the difference is not that high. Could you add some comment on that, what are the pros, what are the cons in your opinion?
A great test as always. What a compelling package for the price. How do automated systems behave when coming up behind a cyclist or a group of them as in your driving sections?
I would buy it. Just because I had it with these German “premium” brands. The standard price is already high and then you pay “premium” for the options. This car is more than good. And it’s full options. Looks the business. With that price difference I’ll put a mean custom kit on it. Yeah. I would buy it.
Kia/hyundai killing it, especially with their EVs. If it wasn’t for that 60k battery bill someone got for the ionic I honestly would have picked them over Tesla.
Excellent review. Im a owner of the new Kia Sportage. Family had other Kia. Its amazing how far this brand has come. This is a stunning vehicle. On the other hand, a car so advanced and modern has still a wired android/apple carplay its ridiculous and believe it or would put me off buying another Kia. My Sportage is cabled. Finally, bear in mind that versions are different from country to country. If you are in Ireland, for instance, you'll pay the same money as in Germany but get way less optionals, which is very poor. Just saying. Otherwise a beautiful idea of car.
Great review. happy to see childseat friednly tilt for 2nd row passanger side seat. Real range should be in my opinion atfer calculating 10 - 90 % state of charge max, because so few drive below 10 and on fat charger You should not charge to the max. In my opinion, when VW solves software problems and put regular wheel in ID Buzz LWB - big family master. I also still have hopes for Volvo with upcoming EM 90 that will be offered as huge family oriented option - not only copy of zeekr 09.
When I bought my Kia Stinger, I was told that I was mad to spend a bit over 60K on a Kia. This EV9 is double the price of a brand new Stinger and it's genuinely in the price range of BMW, Audi etc. I just can't imagine people spending that large amount of money on a Kia branded vehicle. The only brand that gets away with this is Toyota with their LandCruiser. But that model took decades to be established.
Thank god they found a better solution for the regular mirrors. On Ioniq 6 they left the plastic holders/back-plates of the digital mirrors inside and you ended up asking everytime "what is this car missing?"
Another great vehicle from KIA, they're getting better and better
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Hi perhaps not 100% apple to apple comparison, but which one to choose, KIA EV9 or XPENG G9? Do we dare to buy Chinese, will XPENG still exist in 10 years, is the quality as good as KIA?
Having to set one pedal driving every time I start the car might be a deal breaker for me. Nissan lost me on the Ariya as they broke e-pedal. No way I go back to ICE driving feel after the e-pedal in my Leaf...
Will Rician R1S make it to Europe? What will the entry level be like, compared to a loaded EV9? EV9 loses points on charging, 6 minutes lsower 10-80% than EV6. New battery tech, budget battery tech?
im not sure if its present in this model but i HATE the fact Kia/Hyundai EVs cars beep at everything EXCEPT when lane-keep assist gives up control and doesn't notify while cruising on the highway.
So the main reason (as in the majority), for which people buy cars is vanity. Now, with electric cars the gap between "premium" cars and mainstram has, in my view, dramatically narrowed. Interior built quality has significatnly decreased in the "premium" ones while the mainstram ones have increased it gradualy but not dramatically. Performace wise, the differences are even less noticeable if at all relevant. So what's letf is the battle between vanity and pragmatism. In my opinion, in Europe there will be extremely few people who can and will pay 80K for a Kia no matter how much sense it would actually make (from a pragmatical perspective of course).
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00:00 Kia EV9 GT-Line Ocean Blue
01:15 Length and RWD vs AWD
02:26 Battery kWh sizes and recharging
03:09 Suspension
04:19 Interior: key, doors, seats
06:55 Cockpit overview
08:51 User interface with infotainment
09:36 Storage
10:38 Smartphone wired or wireless
11:32 Digital mirrors
12:13 Swivel captain seats
12:55 2nd seating row 6-seater
14:34 3rd seating row 6-seater
16:56 Trunk / boot 6-seater
18:40 7-seater seat comparison
20:49 Trunk / boot 7-seater
21:09 Leisure use and towing
21:55 Frunk
22:17 Acceleration and driving
24:42 Assistance systems
26:14 Motorway acceleration and comfort
28:08 Agile driving experience
29:00 Recuperation modes
31:09 Who sporty is it?
32:23 Efficiency and real-world range
34:10 Price / Pricing in different markets
35:03 Kia EV9 vs competitors
36:40 What does Audi, BMW, Mercedes do better?
#kia #kiaev9
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fantastični korejci a kia postala nevjerovatna marka u svakom smislu
This is a great car, great seats and great cabin noise, more quiet than Model X, Model Y, Volvo V90, Nio ET5. Drive is very good. One thing that this car does right, there is physical buttons for what you need to most, climate, volume, lights etc and they are not haptic, great job!
I do agree that the climate controls are somewhat hidden by the steering wheel.
Cruise control is good.
If you flip the back view mirror, it will show the camera instead. I prefer the regular mirror, but might be nice once you get used to it.
I like that the dash shows the cameras if you indicate. I imagine wind noise is even lower without side view mirrors.
Average sound noise was 59db, a record for me on the same 90-110km/h stretch. Winter tyres!
I wish the steering wheel settings can go higher, lower and more out than it does.
The kids and wife loved it. I think this will be the next.
I watched A LOT of videos for the EV9 and this is by far the most interesting one.Much more detail and many little things others left out. Amazing review!
You'll find that Thomas leaves no stone unturned in his reviews! 👍
10:48 The charging vs charging and connection switch makes so much sense.
In cars with wireless apple carplay sometimes you connect your phone to charge but then it switches to cable connected carplay and then you get disconnected from carplay whenever you want to stop charging your phone. Cool solution from Kia!
interesting, yeah good point. I usually prefer the cable solution hehe
If I were looking to buy a large electric SUV, I'd buy this in an instant, and wouldn't consider Audi, BMW or Mercedes at all. The BMW and Mercedes cars are hideous to look at, and the Audi is full of dead animals. The EV9 is far more interesting, and Kia's approach to sustainability is light years ahead of the others. It also has lots of lovely buttons, even if the speed chime is buried in a menu somewhere. And then there's the price. Why pay that much more just for a badge?
Another home run from Kia, and another fine review from Thomas.
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It is possible to create a shortcut for turning off the speed warning. You can have it via the star button under the screen or the star button on the steering wheel
Plus the range and charging is far superior on the kia compared to some audi's and Mercedes
Hm, I tried and it did not offer any connection to turn off the speed limit. Kia officials also said there is no shortcut possible. Where do u have ur info from?
@@autogefuehl If you press the star button under the screen or on the steering wheel you can create a shortcut to different departments within the system. Then you can create a shortcut to the ADAS overview. then you just need to hit the star, choose the speed limit function and then turn it off. This function is the same in all Kias. I have it in my e-Soul for example.
I remember when Kia first were on the scene in the UK with the Pride ! Came a long way very quickly😎
Very good review thanks Thomas. I am so impressed how quickly Kia responds to the market and customer sentiment. Animal free interior, real buttons, comprehensive tech and unique styling. It's an impressive blend of convenience, practicality and value as well as looking absolutely unique. Amazing job by Kia.
I’d take good fabric over this plastic “leather” crap. But now they are charging animal skin prices for polyurethane
Trouble is would you spend £65000 starting price, on a IKEA sorry Kia. 🤷
as always kia/hyundai are style over substance and after awhile of owning it, you will realize how shallow their cars really are.
@@emikomina My family's Excel from 2000 is still running solid. Never had a single issue.
Really good review Thomas. I had a chance last week to test EV9 GT line. Few points to say. It's going even faster 0-100kmh..I would say 4.7sec
Black metallic colour is nice and I am waiting to see red metallic in live
Few things what is missing:
- no massage seat for passenger side
- no wireless connection android auto (software update will come soon)
- still distance with 1 charging (km/miles) small
- for sure there is a way to turn off these beeping sounds/warnings
Overall: amazing price, quality really high level, no more glossy plastics (visible scratches)- few areas only, super smooth to drive, lane assistant works really good
I am a user of Sorento model for the past 3y, amazing car, I am having great experience but only what is killing me is the glossy plastic inside. 😂
Excellent review as always, Thomas! Would be interesting to see a follow-up review on the bidirectional charging capabilities, particularly how new EVs can power a house (during power outages or to maximize time of use pricing from the utility).
Thomas have this sense of humour. Excellent review as always.
cheers m8 =)
Older American dude here. Really great review, as always. I appreciate your thorough anallaysis and sense of humor. I know it looks easy, (that's a sign of a pro in life, business-"and so on"), but it is work. Good job! And, no. Don't eat in my car. LOL
Excellent review. Love the fact you give some real world efficiency/range data 👍
Looks an absolutely fantastic car
I remember laughing at a old Kia Rio when I was young...would never have guessed something as impressive as this. Personally I would have made it more van-like as its more practical, but SUVs sell better for unknown reasons..
What have you got against the Kia Rio 😞
You went full retard with this comment. Don't you know? Never go full retard.
Exactly this, we got a new SUV recently. Mrs said MPV’s look dorky and she didn’t want a van / commercial vehicle. She likes the airy feeling provided by high roofed vehicles so that just left SUV’s. SUV’s are also a much more developed sector than MPV’s and van based people carriers. Every car manufacturer sells multiple SUV’s for all kinds of use, so along with more choice, there is more volume, with more potential for deals.
@@8h6f5k2hdkfjfnfiencI'd take a S-MAX over any SUVs on the market for driving experience and practicality!
@@JoVERICAINtotally man on European roads , Mpv is much better. They are shorter while having a normal third row.
💙 Thomas blue EV9 so fresh & new ... 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Love this EV ... Thank you & the team for another brilliant review
I am loving the led lighting design of the new Kias!!
I really like this design. I like when manufacturers go into production with something that looks like a concept car. BMW and Audi should take note
Top notch in-depth review right there 👏🏻
Highly appreciated!
Thank you very much for the in-depth review, especially the split screen while driving. 10/10 👌
This man is so impartial 😊
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Amazing car, so much space! A very usefull EV, well done!
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I ordered the GT AWD, because almost 10 s to get to 100 is going to give issues when merging onto the freeway. Incidentally, those 'lights in the grill' will not be available for matte color, if the US is anything go by. Also, the fact you haave to press a little more on the buttonstrip with with 'setup'; I suspect this was done on purpose after feedback from the US that it was very easy to press these button by accident while working the touch screen. Could be wrong though.
Really looking forward to the EV5 version of this, hopefully will just be a mini version of the EV9. I might be able to actually park a 4.6m vehicle on London streets! The EV9 at over 5m is too long for my liking.
Another great rewiev 💪
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You had me at the 'most comfortable' head restraint. They're always a bit too forward and firm. Now I'm curious about this one. 😁
Love your videos Thomas, keep up the great work!
thanks keep tuning in !
Pop the badges off if you don’t like the logo. Quality might not be Volvo-like, but definitely better than “luxury” Teslas.
The flat floor is super attractive. 2318 liters, that's about what a long wheelbase R-Class offered?
I'd love a modern R-Class with a modern drivetrain, be it a good gas, PHEV or EV. Could be made very aerodynamically with the EQ design language. More so than the EQS SUV even, I think.
The speed limiter acces can be configured under the multimedia button. Press and hold the STAR button and select it to driving assistance quick set. In this case you actually just press 2 things to deactivate it.
In many competitors you can not switch the system off while you are driving. Either you remember to deactivate it or on the move you must stop for deactivating it.
Just ordered the ocean blue metallic, can’t wait
Awesome, I've been waiting for this one !!!
Thomas blue Kia EV9....what could go wrong? Lovely car...
Great review again as expected! I can't imagine this selling well apart from in the USA
thanks keep tuning in !
The Kia EV9, how do you rate it compared to the Xpeng G9? You were very positive about the latter a few months ago. Does this EV9 outclass the Xpeng?
These 2 would be excellent for a head to head
As a piece of design and a technology platform, its a bit of a sensation to be honest. In my area where the school run car is a big status symbol, I am expecting there to be loads very quickly. Yes, way too big but since when has that been really relevant to anything.
Great review as always. And I think you are correct. For the large EV sector, this car has seriously reset the bar. By a mile
Thanks for the review. I'm looking to change my Audi A6 Avant to an electric but:
- Q8 e-tron is a bit old tech (slow loading, no 800V architecture,...) + cabin is the same as the A6. Drives great though but it lacks some user details like the KIA has USB-C everywhere and at the right place.
- BMW iX: seems a bit to small (at least that is the impression you get from many reviewers)
- Mercedes EQ isn't really my taste in design.
- Tesla go to minimlastic to fast to my liking....
- Was hoping the Q6 would launch but it seems posponed...that doesn't give much confidence to actually have one before Q3-2024....
=> this EV9 really looks like a great alternative. Never driven anything other then VW, Audi, BMW,... so first a test drive to see one for real.
Other suggestions to consider?
I have Tesla model Y and I am fan of Audi so I am looking for Q8 etron but as you said I feel like I would end up buying a bit outdated car in terms of technology so Kia seems a bit more attractive to me (it’s here approx 50k usd cheaper than Q8 etron).
I like the Kia EV9 because It is a 3 row Sport Utility Vehicle with Six Seats or Seven Seats Option & It was introduced for the 2024 model year.
I'm not a ev fan because of infrastructure but if battery had say 500 mile range I would buy one no questions. Looks amazing.
good job, KN!
excellent review thanks!!
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It is possible to create a shortcut for the ADAS-systems. You can chose to have via the star-button under the infotainmentscreen or via the star-button on the steering wheel.
Thanks! I did try that since I know that function. I pressed it and the menu showed nothing related to that function or that overview. Kia told me that they were not allowed to implement such a shortcut even by this way. I found it strange because Mercedes and BMW do offer way easier shortcuts. Kia said that by the time they homologated the vehicle, even stricter rules were in place than with the other new cars. Not sure if that's the reason. ll recheck next time again in the menu one more time nevertheless, but as I said, we tried it with several people on location and no one could make it work. It could be that the menu in your e-Soul still offers more/different choices than now in the EV9. If anyone has an EV9 and found it in the menu, happy to post it here.
@@autogefuehl. I work with Kia and I have been driving three different EV9 the last week and all of them had the possibility to create a shortcut to the overview of the driver assist systems.
The regulation for ISLA starts from July 2022 so all cars that is homologated after that needs to have the system. After July 2024 all cars are forced to have ISLA regardless of when they are homolgated. My e-Soul is a facelift which does have ISLA because it’s homologated after July 22. However, I had not the possibility to create a shortcut before I downloaded the latest software. Maybe the cars at the press event didn’t have the latest software.
ah interesting, maybe software version yeah
Great review as always. Love the interior design, materials and tech of this vehicle. Shame about the looks on the outside, which are a bit on the loud side.
This is KIA’s moon shot - they really did an amazing job on this, and this is coming from a Tesla fan
A great review as always!
Thank you!
Looks like another home run from the most exciting mass manufacturer of autos currently in the world.
Are we going to talk about how awesome Thomas's Vader impression is?! ❤
23:16 u can increase speed limit warning by 5kmph or 10 kmph. Settings → Vehicle → Driver assistance → Speed limit → Speed limit offset (u can have the warning come up at 5 above limit, 10 above, 5 below, 10 below, and, of course at limit. so I guess that means you can adjust/offset it so for a speed limit of 50, u can make it warn u at 41, 46, 51, 56, or 61). In all egmp vehicles.
Takes way too long - but they actually will offer a quicker solution very soon, discussed in this video: th-cam.com/video/502-rrnEefA/w-d-xo.html
@@autogefuehl ok. So, is offset also reset every time you turn the car off and on?
Yes. Reset each time. Mandatory by law 🤮
But with the new shortcut it ll be quick n easy
This Kia EV9 has very European design. I think it will sell very well here.
I agree with the design but don't Europeans generally prefer smaller cars or at least smaller than the EV9?
@@blackbelt2000 they used to, but even Europeans now are starting to like the bigger SUVs. Its a worldwide trend if you ask me.
Seems more like American design to me
@@Astkeuh no
@@isimonsez Uh yes. Kia literally made a car called the Telluride for only the NA market. It is the same size as this, same shape, same sort of vertical boxy design. It is the same concept but in a more modern EV manner. In USA cars like these have been the norm and trend for a lot longer.
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Thanks for another great review.
I really like the look of this.
the 7 seat version should have a folding middle seat for skis etc.
This is a great review. Thank you so much.
Could elaborate more on comparison EV9 with Volvo EX90? You've mentioned it once, but mostly compared to three german brands, where the price difference is much larger. EV9 is still less expensive than Volvo, but the difference is not that high. Could you add some comment on that, what are the pros, what are the cons in your opinion?
It would be cool to compare these two @autogefuehl
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Really nice video to compare both 6seater/7seater, like most the 360o 2nd row seat, easy to access for old ppl and family child.
A great test as always. What a compelling package for the price. How do automated systems behave when coming up behind a cyclist or a group of them as in your driving sections?
Thanks 🙏
Heh i wouldn’t count on it
It’s incredible that .28 cd is considered poor.
I think you're spot on Thomas....
I would buy it. Just because I had it with these German “premium” brands. The standard price is already high and then you pay “premium” for the options. This car is more than good. And it’s full options. Looks the business. With that price difference I’ll put a mean custom kit on it. Yeah. I would buy it.
Did they fix the shaky front side windows having a seizure everytime you slightly open them on the highway??
Kia/hyundai killing it, especially with their EVs. If it wasn’t for that 60k battery bill someone got for the ionic I honestly would have picked them over Tesla.
Great value. A lot of space and efficiency for the money. Good job Koreans.
Great review sir!
Excellent review. Im a owner of the new Kia Sportage. Family had other Kia. Its amazing how far this brand has come. This is a stunning vehicle. On the other hand, a car so advanced and modern has still a wired android/apple carplay its ridiculous and believe it or would put me off buying another Kia. My Sportage is cabled. Finally, bear in mind that versions are different from country to country. If you are in Ireland, for instance, you'll pay the same money as in Germany but get way less optionals, which is very poor. Just saying. Otherwise a beautiful idea of car.
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Very good review and a very interesting SUV
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@@autogefuehl I will keep doing that.
Great review. happy to see childseat friednly tilt for 2nd row passanger side seat. Real range should be in my opinion atfer calculating 10 - 90 % state of charge max, because so few drive below 10 and on fat charger You should not charge to the max. In my opinion, when VW solves software problems and put regular wheel in ID Buzz LWB - big family master. I also still have hopes for Volvo with upcoming EM 90 that will be offered as huge family oriented option - not only copy of zeekr 09.
Excellent review. This car seems like a total homerun from KIA. Was waiting for PS4 but will have to consider this.
When I bought my Kia Stinger, I was told that I was mad to spend a bit over 60K on a Kia. This EV9 is double the price of a brand new Stinger and it's genuinely in the price range of BMW, Audi etc. I just can't imagine people spending that large amount of money on a Kia branded vehicle.
The only brand that gets away with this is Toyota with their LandCruiser. But that model took decades to be established.
It's new technology. Price will come down over the years. Combustion is not new technology.
Thank you for this amazing video
thanks keep tuning in !
Very detailed review.
Thank god they found a better solution for the regular mirrors. On Ioniq 6 they left the plastic holders/back-plates of the digital mirrors inside and you ended up asking everytime "what is this car missing?"
Nice Thomas Blue :)
Another great vehicle from KIA, they're getting better and better
Hi perhaps not 100% apple to apple comparison, but which one to choose, KIA EV9 or XPENG G9? Do we dare to buy Chinese, will XPENG still exist in 10 years, is the quality as good as KIA?
Having to set one pedal driving every time I start the car might be a deal breaker for me. Nissan lost me on the Ariya as they broke e-pedal. No way I go back to ICE driving feel after the e-pedal in my Leaf...
Drag coefficient of 0.28 is the same as Mercedes-Benz W124 from the 80's.
Great review! How tall are you Thomas?
Thanks 🙏 stated in every seating part 😎
Oops, guess I'm not a multitasker
@@autogefuehl I rewatched most of them and I still couldn't figure it out - how tall are you? Thanks!
Does the second sunroof open or is it fixed
what vs HONGQI E-HS9
Great video !
What about the turning indicators 😮
An awesome vehicle that will be priced well above MSRP in the USA’s franchised dealerships.
Not a fan of the exterior but the interior is mindblowingly practical. Thanks Thomas!
Just beautiful. 🔥🔥🔥💙
Nice interior. If I were in the market I'd choose the 6 seater.
That really is a beautiful car.
everything is just awesome but i hate black dashboard & interior😑 2112
Will Rician R1S make it to Europe? What will the entry level be like, compared to a loaded EV9?
EV9 loses points on charging, 6 minutes lsower 10-80% than EV6. New battery tech, budget battery tech?
Very very beautiful suv korean designer best in the world
im not sure if its present in this model but i HATE the fact Kia/Hyundai EVs cars beep at everything EXCEPT when lane-keep assist gives up control and doesn't notify while cruising on the highway.
So basically a Soul XL EV?
Not gonna lie this thing would be much better as a van
Luke! I am your father!!! Great approach! I need to try
Charged from coal power plants here in Aus too 👌
I’d like a hybrid version of this.
What a great car!❤
So the main reason (as in the majority), for which people buy cars is vanity. Now, with electric cars the gap between "premium" cars and mainstram has, in my view, dramatically narrowed. Interior built quality has significatnly decreased in the "premium" ones while the mainstram ones have increased it gradualy but not dramatically. Performace wise, the differences are even less noticeable if at all relevant. So what's letf is the battle between vanity and pragmatism. In my opinion, in Europe there will be extremely few people who can and will pay 80K for a Kia no matter how much sense it would actually make (from a pragmatical perspective of course).
Smart will buy this over 100ke EVs.
Only problem is well known for steering wheel vibration at above 60 mph (100kmph). Unfortunately.
Kia best value for money
Are you sure this is the GT Line and not the GT Line S (with the panoramic roof)?
That could be depending on the market spec
I love your videos Thomas but it's called fan speed