Kia EV9 review: third row’s the charm

There are plenty of electric compact and midsize SUVs, several trucks, and a bevy of sedans, but once you start hunting for one with a third row of seats, the numbers start to dwindle. And forget about finding one that’s actually affordable. The Kia EV9 gets us part of the way there: with a starting price of $54,900, over 300 miles of range, and a legitimate third row, not some bench seat that leaves you sitting with your knees under your chin. The three-row electric family hauler has finally arrived. 00:00 Intro 00:50 Size specs (dimensions, wheel base, legroom) 02:17 Pricing (trims, federal EV tax credit) 03:16 Driving experience (range and battery) 03:58 Interior review (infotainment, storage, rear seats, frunk) 05:22 Efficiency, charging & design 05:57 Conclusion Read more: Subscribe: Like The Verge on Facebook: Follow on Twitter: Follow on Instagram: Follow on TikTok: The Vergecast Podcast: Decoder with Nilay Patel: More about our podcasts: Read More: Community guidelines: Wallpapers from The Verge: Subscribe to The Vergecast on YouTube, new episodes on Wednesday and Friday: If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may receive a commission without exerting any influence on editorial content. For more information about our ethics policy, visit: