After six months and 12,400 miles with the 2026 Kia EV9 GT-Line, our long-term test reveals a capable family hauler with a few notable quirks. The three-row electric SUV has proven itself as a genuine minivan alternative, comfortably seating six adults while maintaining a range that consistently hits 280 miles in real-world conditions.
Charging has been the EV9's strongest attribute. Its 800-volt architecture enables 10-to-80 percent fast charging in just 24 minutes at compatible stations, making road trips far more practical than many competitors. We completed a 1,200-mile family vacation with minimal charging downtime.
The main criticisms center on the third-row space, which remains tight for adults on longer trips, and the infotainment system's occasional sluggishness when processing route calculations. Overall, the EV9 earns a strong recommendation for families seeking an electric alternative to traditional three-row SUVs.
