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Mar 21, 2024
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Meet the 2024 EV9, Kia’s latest electric car! It looks like an SUV and offers plenty of space, making it perfect for taking your kids to school or going on long trips with your family. Although it’s a new car, industry experts and reviewers are already raving about it and giving it awards. Keep reading to find out what they have to say about this fantastic new electric vehicle!

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2024 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Award

Kelley Blue Book named the EV9 the Best 3-Row Electric Vehicle to Buy in 2024. Jason Allan, one of the editors at Kelley Blue Book, likes the EV9 because it has a lot of space inside, looks good, and can go up to 304 miles on a single charge. Allan also thinks the EV9 is smooth and quiet when driving, and the brakes feel natural when stopping.

“If you need a 3-row vehicle and want to go electric, the Kia EV9 should go straight to the top of your shopping list,” says Allan. 

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EV9 Steering wheel at Crain Kia of Fort Smith

Best of the Best: Edmunds Top Rated 2024

The EV9 received the “Best of the Best” award from Edmunds soon after its launch. The team was very impressed by the car’s pricing, features, and fast charging capabilities and said it set a high benchmark. According to the KBB team, few vehicles have impressed them as much as the EV9.

“Kia is the first to step into the mainstream three-row electric SUV segment with the EV9, and it set the bar extremely high,” Edmunds senior editor Clint Simone said. “The EV9 combines excellent performance, impressive range, and speedy charging in a neatly designed package. It’s the future of family-friendly SUVs.” 

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Top Gear: 2023 Family Car of the Year

Top Gear awarded the EV9 with the 2023 Family Car of the Year title! Their judges commended the three-row EV for its storage capacity and seating features. They also say it is one of the most exciting cars in 2023, specifically for what it represents for the industry. 

“We like the EV9’s relaxed attitude and breezy, surfin’ USA demeanour,” said Ollie Kew, Top Gear’s Deputy Editor. “We like the nothing-to-prove reverse snobbery of its badge and that it’s less irritating to operate than a VW ID. Buzz and travels significantly further on a charge.”

The EV9 is a three-row car perfect for families and eco-conscious drivers. You can find it at Crain Kia of Sherwood in Sherwood, Arkansas. Our team is ready to help!


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