Your Definitive Guide to the Kia EV9 GT

The Kia EV9 GT - Your Definitive Guide

The electrification of our automotive market is rarely off the agenda nowadays. To some degree this is not a surprise when the ZEV Mandate, which was imposed by the Government, rests above every car manufacturer looking to sell their vehicles in the UK.

So much so, the House of Commons were again discussing the pros and cons of the current environment in a recent electric vehicles and infrastructure briefing.

As the report on this identifies, the team of MPs were looking at the progress on EVs (which we will look at below), the impact of the ZEV Mandate which expects 80% zero-emission by 2030, charging infrastructure for homes and workplaces, electricity demand and infrastructure plus the sustainability and recycling behaviours underpinning this market. As each month goes by, the political and economic powers must overview the state of affairs, as they try to assess if the aspirations under the mandate are actually achievable.

Measuring this metric every month are the team at SMMT, who produce regular monthly updates on the UK’s car and van sales market . As at June 2025, the reports are overwhelmingly positive for electric cars (BEVs) with a sizeable number registered June 2025 - 47,354.

The 39.1% increase on 2024, is a robust improvement and does demonstrate that zero-emission is moving in the right direction. With a market share of 24.8% for June, this is still behind the ZEV Mandate of 28% but is nevertheless on route to achieving the lofty ambitions. For 2025, there have been 225,000 all-electric vehicle registrations, which constitutes a 21.6% market share so far this year.

Before the naysayers jump on these statistics, the market share of BEVs is a marked improvement on last year; 16.6% of vehicles registered in Jan-Jun 2024 were zero-emission. Within the top-sellers list for June, the Tesla group yet again appear in 3rd and 6th with their Model Y and Model 3 respectively. After a brief hiatus, following Elon Musk’s notoriety, the US EV brand seems to be making a concerted effort for British drivers.

Introducing the new Kia EV9 GT 

It isn’t just Tesla who are looking to capitalise on the improving confidence for new and used EVs in the UK. Kia, the South-Korean powerhouse, is now looking to push their bigger family 7-seater SUV with more enthusiasm. With their smaller EV3 and medium-sized EV6 already proving to be popular, the Kia group are now aiming to control an immensely popular car segment.

The age of MPV and people-carrying vehicles is now diminishing, with many personal and business customers now opting for family-derived SUVs which can offer the 7-person facilities. With a higher driving position, improved aesthetics and impressive technology, the “comfort you can configure” is very much driving you towards sustainability. Having launched more formally in 2024, the Kia team have added another option to the line-up in the form of the EV9 GT .

“It’s all about the journey” so says the tagline for the new GT version of this 7-seat EV. With 800V charging capabilities, GT power performance, sharp aesthetics and design plus an 8-year battery warranty, the SUV is blending sports performance with sleek elegance and comfort.

Starting from £82,185 the specification on the vehicle is robust with the “21” GT alloys, GT exterior styling, neon brake calipers, digital grille, tilting and sliding function sunroof, 14-speaker Meridian premium sound, customisable HUD, drive mode control, Apple CarPlay, electronic controlled suspension, electronic slip differential, 2nd row relaxation seats with a sliding console table for the 6-seat version, LED front and rear lights, privacy glass, heated and ventilated front / rear seats.

Electric driver’s seat with adjustment and memory, heat steering wheel, smart power tailgate, V2L capability, LED internal lights, 12.3” touchscreen navigation, 12.3” driver display, front/rear parking sensors, remote parking assist, lane keep assist, smart cruise control, blind-spot collision, 360 degree surround view, hill-start assist, heat pump, smart key with motion sensor and a Thatcham Category 1 Security. Colours include White Pearl, Aurora Red, Midnight Black, Shadow Grey and Pacific Blue.

How does the GT EV9 perform?

•  GT - with a usable battery of 96 kWh this AWD offers 374 kW (502hp), top speeds of 137mph and 0 - 62 times of 4.6 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 225 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 295 miles (on a full charge) - 260 miles combined . The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 10 hours and 30 min with the 206 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 22 minutes. The SUV has confirmed Bidirectional charging with the V2L via an exterior Type 2 3.3kW AC connector and interior UK socket. It has a 333L cargo volume (but 2393L with the seats down), 110 mpg fuel equivalent and offers towing capacity of 750kg (Unbraked) and 2500kg (Braked). The heat pump is standard.

Are you ready to join the UK masses in the new and used electric car revolution?

Head to our Kia EV9 online sales website or just get in touch with our expert team on 01942 910 001 or by emailing us at [email protected]