Kia on Tuesday launched the program off-road concept version of its EV9 electric SUV at the 2024 SEMA show in Las Vegas.
The Kia EV9 ADVNTR adds standard off-road accoutrements to the three-row SUV, including 3-inch suspension liftnew wheels and tires, light fixtures, and roof. Kia isn't discussing production possibilities, but the concept could serve as an incentive for the aftermarket industry, which is SEMA's primary audience.
Kia EV9 ADVNTR concept
No changes to the powertrain were discussed, but considering its off-road mission, the ADVNTR will likely include an optional dual-motor setup rated at 379 hp and 443 lb-ft over most ranges. The concept's wheels may reduce the EPA range from the 280 miles achieved by most all-wheel drive EV9 models.
The EV9 arrived in the 2024 model year as the second Kia EV based on the E-GMP platform shared by Hyundai and Genesis. We were so impressed that we named it Green Car Reports The Best Car to Buy in 2024.
Kia EV9 ADVNTR concept
The 2025 Kia EV9 enters its second model year unchanged, with $700 price increase for the Light Long Range model. That's the trim level for a single large base car 99.8-kwh battery pack that's normal for some EV9 models. It also happens to have the most EPA range, at 304 miles. 2025 models are already under recall to fix a software problem that can cause the digital gauge cluster to fail.
Kia also launched an electric van system called the PV5 WKNDR at the 2024 SEMA show. This is a rugged version of the PV5 van concept Kia unveiled at CES 2024, designed for weekend touring. The PV5 is one of the Platform Beyond Vehicles (PBVs) based on a modular design that Kia is expected to start producing in 2025, mainly for commercial use.