The 2026 Kia EV9 GT has made its debut at the 2024 LA Auto Show, sporting dual electric motors generating a combined 501 hp that help it achieve a 0-60 mph time of just 4.3 seconds. The EV also features exclusive Virtual Gear Shift (VGS).
VGS basically simulates the experience of a traditional step-shift automatic transmission by providing noticeable “shifts” as the vehicle accelerates and can also reduce acceleration when the rev limit is reached. There are paddles located on either side of the steering wheel to manually shift through the gears for a more visceral driving experience if desired, while in-cabin electric Active Sound Design (e-ASD) works in concert with VGS to replicate the sounds of the gear shifts as the EV9 GT accelerates. It’s set to hit US dealerships by mid-2025, with pricing yet to be announced.
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The EV9 has been a home run for Kia and introduced the first mass-market electric three-row SUV. And EV9 GT includes all those wonderful elements while amping up the fun factor significantly. This new halo trim is set to spark the hearts of driving enthusiasts who still need the practicality of a six-passenger SUV. You can have your cake and eat it too!,” said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America.
