Kia EV9 GT Wins Auto Bild Test, Blends Performance with Everyday Usability
The Kia EV9 GT topped a comparative test by German publication Auto Bild, highlighting its balance of high performance and everyday usability.
24 minutes
2,393 liters
508 PS
What Happened
Kia's award-winning EV9 GT achieved first place in a comparative test by German automotive magazine Auto Bild. The test emphasized that the vehicle does not compromise everyday usability for high performance, with intuitive controls and a balance of technological sophistication and practical accessibility.
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Best-in-test performance from dual-motor 508 PS system
- 800V architecture for ultra-fast charging (10-80% in 24 minutes)
- Electronically controlled suspension with multiple driving modes
- 30-inch digital display cluster with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- V2L capability providing up to 3.6 kW external power
- Towing capacity up to 5,000 pounds
- Genuinely usable third row with easy access and comfort
Why this matters
The EV9 GT proves that premium electric SUVs can deliver exhilarating acceleration and practical family features like a usable third row and ultra-fast charging, setting a benchmark for the segment.
Terms in This Story
- 800V architecture
- An electrical system operating at 800 volts, enabling faster charging and improved efficiency in electric vehicles.
- V2L (Vehicle-to-Load)
- Technology that allows an electric vehicle to power external devices or appliances.
- PS (Pferdestärke)
- A German unit of power equivalent to metric horsepower, commonly used in Europe.
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