2026 Kia EV9 : The 2026 Kia EV9 has now come out with new updates and a strong look. The company first launched this electric SUV in the US in 2023, and now with the third model year, many important changes have been made to it. This time the range has been improved, some new features have been added and a special version Nightfall Edition has also been introduced. If you are interested in EV9, then definitely read this complete information.

Now it will run more on one charge

Some variants of the 2026 model are now getting more range than before. In the US, its range is given according to the EPA test, while in India ARAI rules apply, so the figures may be slightly different. Nevertheless, the company says that now the range of the top model GT-Line has increased from 434 km to about 450 km.

At the same time, the range of Wind and Land variants has also increased slightly – now they can go up to about 455 km. The Long Range variant can now run up to 491 km, while the base model Light SR remains unchanged as it gets a smaller battery (76.1 kWh), while all other variants get a larger 99.8 kWh battery.

New look and stylish look

The EV9 now comes in more attractive colours. The GT-Line version now gets two new dual-tone colours – the first Glacial White Pearl which comes with a black roof, and the second Wolf Gray which comes with an Ebony Black roof. These changes give it an even more premium feel.

Introducing the new Nightfall Edition

This new edition has been specially designed on the basis of the Land variant and its focus is on looks and design. It has a new Roadrider Brown paint and apart from this, many parts of the car have been given a glossy black touch – such as the front grille, ORVMs, roof rails, door side and skid plates. It also gets new 20-inch alloy wheels which come in a glossy black finish.

Great experience from inside too

The cabin of the Nightfall Edition is completely black. It has exclusive seat upholstery, unique stitching and black headliner. It can be purchased in both 6-seater and 7-seater layouts. The ‘Boost’ function given in this variant further increases its power – the torque increases from 600 Nm to 700 Nm, which is the same as the GT-Line. Its total power output is up to 379 hp and this SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds.

New technology and better features

Now all all-wheel-drive versions of the EV9 (Wind, Land and GT-Line) get Terrain Modes like Snow, Mud and Sand. These replace the earlier 4WD setting and give a better off-road experience. Apart from this, Kia has now also equipped the 2026 EV9 with a North American Charging Standard (NACS) port, so you can easily charge it on Tesla’s Supercharger network as well.

Pricing and availability

  • The new models of the 2026 Kia EV9 have been priced in the US as follows:
  • The Light SR version is priced at $54,900 (approximately ₹46.98 lakh).
  • The Light LR is priced at $57,900 (approximately ₹49.55 lakh), which is $2,000 less than before.
  • The Wind AWD is priced at $63,900 (approximately ₹54.68 lakh), which is the same as before.
  • The Land AWD is now available for $68,900 (approximately ₹58.96 lakh), a reduction of $1,000.
  • The GT-Line AWD is priced at $71,900 (approximately ₹61.52 lakh), which has also been reduced by $2,000.

While the price of the Nightfall Edition has not been officially announced yet, it is likely to be priced around $70,400 (approximately ₹60.24 lakh).

Conclusion

The 2026 version of the Kia EV9 has now become more powerful, stylish and advanced than before. The Nightfall Edition will be a special option for those who want great looks and strong performance. Also, the new battery range and the convenience of the Tesla charging network make it even more convenient. If you are looking for a future-ready electric SUV, then the 2026 Kia EV9 should definitely be on your list.