- Kia’s all-electric, three-row SUV delivers a winning combination of range, style, and comfort
IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the 2025 Kia EV9 was named Cars.com’s ‘Best Electric Vehicle of 2025.’ The Cars.com ‘Best Of’ awards recognized the top vehicles of the year across various mainstream categories.
Cars.com Names Kia EV9 ‘Best Electric Vehicle of 2025’
“We are extremely proud to receive Cars.com’s Best Electric Vehicle of 2025 award for the EV9,” said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America. “This award-winning SUV continues to be a landmark win for the Kia brand, appealing to diverse audiences and offering families the ability to travel in both style and comfort for their everyday needs and adventures in a fully electrified way.”
Cars.com’s automotive experts chose the Best Electric Vehicle of 2025 based on charging speed, range and overall excellence. The editors considered model-year 2025 EVs for the Best Electric Vehicle award.
“The 2025 Kia EV9 stands out in the electric SUV market thanks to its combination of range, comfort, and practicality,” said Mike Hanley, Senior Road Test Editor at Cars.com. “With impressive fast-charging capability, a spacious three-row interior, and thoughtful design, it offers an unmatched experience for families and EV enthusiasts alike. Add advanced driver assist features and easy-to-use tech, and the EV9 is an easy pick as Cars.com’s Best Electric Vehicle of 2025.”
EV9 continues its momentum in 2025 with ultrafast recharging on high-speed DC chargers, designed to go from a 10 to 80 percent state of charge in under 25 minutes1, seating for up to six or seven passengers, Kia’s newest in-vehicle technology such as ultra-wideband-based Digital Key2, and Onboard Power Generator (V2L) functionality3, allowing the EV9 to enhance the ownership experience.
Kia America – about us
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as one of the TIME World’s Most Sustainable Companies of 2024. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and WNBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles sold through a network of over 775 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America*.
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*Select trims of the 2025 all-electric EV9 all-electric three-row SUV, as well as the Sportage (excludes HEV/PHEV), Sorento (excludes HEV/PHEV), and Telluride are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.
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Charge time based on Kia Corporation testing with 350 kW DC fast charger and approximately 72 degrees Fahrenheit battery temperature. Actual charge time may vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, charging practice, battery age, weather, temperature, and your vehicle’s condition. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. Frequent use of DC fast charging can negatively impact battery performance and durability, and Kia recommends minimizing use of DC fast charging. |
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Kia Digital Key requires an eligible Kia Connect subscription and a compatible smart device with an active data plan. Normal cellular service rates may apply when using a smart device. |
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V2L requires the purchase of separately sold additional equipment and may not be compatible with all devices. V2L can be used until a 20 percent battery state of charge. Refer to the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for warnings and instructions. |
SOURCE Kia America
