Kia has unveiled the 2026 EV9, its flagship all-electric three-row SUV, with notable updates: select trims receive price reductions, range enhancements, and the introduction of a new Nightfall Edition.Kia Media+4MotorTrend+4Kia Media+4
Pricing Updates
In a move that defies the trend of rising vehicle costs, Kia has reduced prices on several EV9 trims:Motor1.com
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EV9 Light Long Range: Now priced at $57,900, down $2,000 from the previous year.
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EV9 Land AWD: Reduced by $1,000, bringing the price to $68,900.
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EV9 GT-Line: Sees a $2,000 decrease, now starting at $71,900.
The base EV9 Light Standard Range remains steady at $54,900. MotorTrend+6Kia Media+6Electrek+6
Enhanced Driving Range
Kia has improved the estimated all-electric range for select trims:Electrek+3Kia Media+3Kia Media+3
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EV9 Light Long Range: Increased to 305 miles (up from 304 miles).Carscoops+1MotorTrend+1
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EV9 Wind AWD and EV9 Land AWD: Both now offer 283 miles (up from 280 miles).Kia Media+1Kia Media+1
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EV9 GT-Line: Enhanced to 280 miles (up from 270 miles). Kia Media
Introducing the Nightfall Edition
The 2026 EV9 Land AWD is now available with the Nightfall Edition package, featuring:Kia EV Forums+5Kia Media+5Kia Media+5
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Exclusive 20-inch gloss black wheels.Motor1.com+3Kia Media+3Kia Media+3
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Black badging and gloss black exterior trim.Kia Media+1Kia Media+1
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Unique interior design elements.MotorTrend+2Kia Media+2Kia Media+2
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Available in both 6-passenger and 7-passenger seating configurations. Kia Media+1Kia Media+1
Additional Features
All AWD trims of the 2026 EV9 now come equipped with a Terrain Mode, offering Snow, Mud, and Sand settings, replacing the previous 4WD mode. MotorTrend+2Kia Media+2Kia Media+2
With these updates, the 2026 Kia EV9 continues to offer a compelling blend of value, performance, and versatility in the electric SUV market.