The Kia EV9, which just hit the market, already offers a younger brother! The EV9, which was unveiled last week, is Kia’s new large SUV. It relies on Hyundai Group e-GMP platformwhich, thanks to its modularity, allowed here to offer a more than an extended wheelbase. This configuration allows it to offer seven real seats, which is still rare in the electric car market! with its geometric shape and square silhouetteThe EV9 breaks Kia’s stylistic codes.

Its front and rear light features will not prove us in this matter. On board, him the light-flooded cabin opens to a floating instrument cluster that houses a large 2 X 12.3-inch digital display. In particular, for the instrument panel and infotainment system. Just unveiled, we are still waiting for details on its technical aspects…

EV, Kia’s new electric model range

To make us wait, Kia has everything planned! A few days after the EV9, here comes the EV5 concept! We remind you EV stands for Kia’s new line of electric models. Like IONIQ for Hyundai, e-tron for Audi, ID for Volkswagen or E-Tech for Renault. The model nomenclature begins with EV for “Electric Vehicle” and ends with a number that classifies the model by size and price positioning in the assortment.

As such, the EV9 is a behemoth and ultimately the largest model in Kia’s electric lineup. It is about the second EV model after the EV6released in 2021 and recognized as the Car of the Year 2022. It took crossover/sedan shape with very tortured styling, at the junction of several models. For this third assistant, The EV5 adopts the style of the EV9 in reduction, and looks more like an SUV. You got it, it will be positioned just below the EV6.

Mini EV9

We find him geometric design EV9which is highlighted by headlights and taillights with a very original design. The wheelbase also seems abnormally long to maximize interior space create a cozy living room atmosphere. A nod put forward by Kia Seats that rotate 90 degrees outside. THE two large doors with an antagonistic opening the large volumes and air environment confirm this philosophy. For this, photovoltaic elements are even installed on the roof increased autonomy thanks to the sun. Design, both external and internal, is improved, maximally simplified dashboard. Like its big brother EV9, its specifications are still unknown. He will be launched in China from November 2023 and here next year.