The 2026 Kia EV9 has earned the “Best 3-Row Electric Vehicle” designation from Kelley Blue Book for the third consecutive year. The editors cited the EV9’s combination of price, power, range, design and available technology in making their selection.
Highlights
- Third straight year the Kia EV9 has been named Kelley Blue Book’s Best 3-Row Electric Vehicle
- More than 300 miles of range in a midsize three-row SUV with seating for up to seven passengers
- Best Buy Awards are now in their 12th year, based on expert testing, pricing data, transaction trends, 5-Year Cost to Own, consumer reviews and sales insights
- U.S. assembly — select trims of the EV9 are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts
What the Award Recognizes
Kelley Blue Book’s Best Buy Awards identify top new vehicles across key segments. The program draws on a full year of expert testing and data analysis covering pricing, transaction trends, 5-Year Cost to Own, consumer reviews and sales insights. Now in its 12th year, the awards continue to evolve their categories to reflect advances in technology, safety and efficiency.
Industry and Executive Perspective
“That the EV9 has been named the ‘Best 3-Row Electric Vehicle’ for the third straight year by Kelley Blue Book is an honor and validates that our engineering, design and technology check all the boxes for automotive industry experts,” said Eric Watson, vice president, sales operations, Kia America. “But with seating for up to seven passengers, fast charging capability and room for your gear, the EV9 continues to exceed our customers’ expectations as well.”
Brian Moody, executive editor at Kelley Blue Book, described the EV9 as a spacious midsize SUV with more than 300 miles of range, calling it a true family hauler that also happens to be fully electric.
About Kia America
Kia America is headquartered in Irvine, California. The automaker offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including several SUVs assembled domestically. Kia was recognized as one of the TIME World’s Most Sustainable Companies of 2024 and serves as the Official Automotive Partner of the NBA and WNBA.
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