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India Today
3 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
2026 Kia EV9 unveiled, gets enhanced range and a new edition
Kia has unveiled the 2026 iteration of its flagship electric SUV, EV9, in the United States, delivering improved range for select trims and introducing a new Nightfall Edition with distinctive styling. While India exclusively offers the top-spec GT-Line, the US market features four trims: Light SR, Light LR, Wind, and Land, alongside the GT-Line. advertisementThe 2026 Kia EV9 brings notable range improvements across its lineup. The GT-Line variant sees the most significant gain, adding an additional range of 16.1km for a total claimed range of 451km. The Wind and Land trims each gain 4.8km, reaching 455km, while the Light LR trim improves by 1.6km to 491km. The Light SR is equipped with a 76.1kWh battery, while the other trims feature a larger 99.8kWh battery pack. For comparison, Kia claims a 561km range for the EV9 GT-Line on India's ARAI test cycle. The new Nightfall Edition, exclusive to the Land trim, combines rugged aesthetics with enhanced performance. It features 20-inch blacked-out alloy wheels, gloss black skid plates, fascia accents, side rails, mirrors, roof rails, and exclusive Nightfall badging. Unlike typical 'Black Editions' in India, it introduces a unique Roadrider Brown exterior colour. Inside, the black theme continues with a sleek dashboard and Nightfall-specific stitching patterns available in both six- and seven-seater layouts. advertisement A key highlight of the Nightfall Edition is its Boost mode, which increases torque by 100Nm to 700Nm, matching the GT-Line's output for a more dynamic driving 2026 EV9 remains built on Kia's E-GMP platform, retaining its existing battery options: a 76.1kWh pack for the Light SR and a 99.8kWh pack for other trims. Power outputs range from 201bhp for the base model to 379hp for higher trims, ensuring robust performance for this three-row electric SUV. Kia has adjusted pricing to enhance the EV9's value in the US. The base Light SR remains unchanged at 54,900 USD. The Light LR is now priced at 59,900 USD (up from 57,900 USD), the Land trim at 69,900 USD, and the GT-Line at 73,900 USD (previously USD 71,900). The 2026 Kia EV9 is now available in the US, with no confirmed updates for the Indian market, where only the GT-Line is offered. The Nightfall Edition's unique styling and performance upgrades position the EV9 as a standout in the competitive electric SUV to Auto Today Magazine
Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Kia's 2026 EV9 Delivers More Miles for Less Money
The Kia EV9 debuted just a couple of years ago. It's a three-row, all-electric SUV in a small but blooming segment that only touts a handful of good options like the Rivian R1S, Volvo EX90, and the EV9 itself. For 2026, despite being half a market segment on its own, it doesn't get any pricier. What's more, Kia's juiced the model up a bit to make it an even more compelling value than it already was. The most impressive news for prospective shoppers will most likely be the range increases that many 2026 Kia EV9 trim levels see. The most substantial changes come to the GT-Line, which is, for now, the range-topping model. Kia massaged another ten miles of range from the battery, bringing the total range to 280 miles from 270 miles. The two models under the GT-Line see little bumps, too. Both the Land and Wind trim levels see three-mile gains, bringing total range up to 283 miles. The Light LR (Long Range) model sees a one-mile increase in range, bringing it up to a nice round 305 miles. In fact, the only model that didn't see any sort of changes is the standard EV9 Light SR, which presumably stays at 230 miles. The EV9 GT, a high-performance model that's confirmed to exist but lacks any real details, hasn't been assigned official range numbers or any sort of production schedule. Kia did introduce a new option package to the 2026 Kia EV9: the Nightfall Edition. Available on the Land AWD trim level only, it adds 20-inch gloss black wheels that you can't find elsewhere in the lineup. It also bundles black badging, gloss black trim, and other special interior bits. No pricing confirmed there yet, either. You may think that with more usability comes a higher price tag, but you would be wrong. The 2026 Kia EV9 actually becomes, on the whole, less expensive than the 2025 model. While the base model and EV9 Wind stay the same, every other trim level gets a sweet five-figure discount. The 2026 Kia EV9 Land is $1,000 less expensive than last year's model, now starting at $70,395, including delivery fees of $1,495. The 2026 Kia EV9 Light LR and top-dog GT-Line see double the savings: that's right, $2,000 off compared to last year's models. They start at $59,395 and $73,395, respectively. The 2026 Kia EV9 remains a big fish in a small pond. While competition exists from the likes of Volvo, Mercedes, Tesla, and Rivian, it's about $20,000 less expensive than the nearest competitor. Assuming, of course, you need usable back seats, as the Mercedes EQB/Model Y technically offers a third row, but usability is a bit suspect. Handsome styling, average range, and great interior space already separate the EV9 from the other guys, but Kia's pricing changes for the 2026 EV9 widen the gap even further. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
West Australian
4 days ago
- Automotive
- West Australian
2026 Kia Sportage price and specs: More tech, more hybrids, higher prices
Pricing and specifications for the facelifted 2026 Kia Sportage have been announced for Australia as first vehicles arrive in showrooms, and the upgraded mid-size SUV lineup brings more more hybrid variants, more standard equipment, and the introduction of Kia Connect services, accompanied by price increases of up to $4070. As before, the Sportage will be offered in S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line trim levels, with no less than five different drivetrain variants available. The six-speed manual is dead, and 1.6T AWD variants swap out their dual-clutch automatic transmission for an eight-speed torque converter unit. Further, hybrid (HEV) versions of the SX and GT-Line are now available in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) form, taking the total number of hybrid options to four. Revised design details, new alloy wheel options and increased tech levels round out the highlights. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now . Pricing for the MY26 Kia Sportage starts from $37,990 before on-road costs, which is $5000 higher than the old base manual and $3000 more than the outgoing entry-level S automatic. These price rises are somewhat offset by enhanced specification levels, as detailed further down. Prices are up across the board, by at least $500 and an average of around $3000 depending on the model variant. Kia has confirmed a four-strong engine lineup and changes like a new eight-speed auto for the 1.6T and the availability of AWD for the 1.6T Hybrid (HEV), though further details like outputs (if changed) and fuel consumption are still to be confirmed. *Figures quoted are for pre-facelift vehicles Kia Australia hasn't confirmed any changes to the Sportage's dimensions – see below for pre-facelift figures. The updated Kia Sportage, like the Korean brand's other models, will be covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre new vehicle warranty. Hybrid vehicles are also subject to a seven-year/150,000km high-voltage battery and component warranty. Kia Australia offers seven years of capped-price servicing across its lineup, though finer details around intervals and pricing for the updated Sportage range are still to be confirmed. For reference, the 2.0L petrol and turbo-diesel models in the pre-facelifted range have 12-month/15,000km intervals, while the turbocharged 1.6L petrol and HEV versions have shorter 10,000km distance intervals. The updated Kia Sportage is expected to retain its five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on 2022 Euro NCAP tests. While there have been some feature upgrades – such as a more advanced semi-autonomous Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system from SX+ level and up – the fundamentals appear to be the largely same. Standard safety equipment includes: SX+ adds: GT-Line adds: Kia has confirmed preliminary specifications across the range, with each trim level scoring new equipment. 2025 Kia Sportage S equipment highlights: Sportage SX adds: Sportage SX+ adds: Sportage GT-Line adds: Further details will be confirmed at the Australian media launch next week. Two new paint options join the Sportage's palette, while the outgoing model's Dawning Red has been discontinued. Standard: $NCO Premium paint: $TBC MORE: Everything Kia Sportage
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
2026 Kia Sportage price and specs: More tech, more hybrids, higher prices
Pricing and specifications for the facelifted 2026 Kia Sportage have been announced for Australia as first vehicles arrive in showrooms, and the upgraded mid-size SUV lineup brings more more hybrid variants, more standard equipment, and the introduction of Kia Connect services, accompanied by price increases of up to $4070. As before, the Sportage will be offered in S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line trim levels, with no less than five different drivetrain variants available. The six-speed manual is dead, and 1.6T AWD variants swap out their dual-clutch automatic transmission for an eight-speed torque converter unit. Further, hybrid (HEV) versions of the SX and GT-Line are now available in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) form, taking the total number of hybrid options to four. Revised design details, new alloy wheel options and increased tech levels round out the highlights. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 2026 Kia Sportage SX 1.6T HEV AWD Credit: CarExpert Pricing for the MY26 Kia Sportage starts from $37,990 before on-road costs, which is $5000 higher than the old base manual and $3000 more than the outgoing entry-level S automatic. These price rises are somewhat offset by enhanced specification levels, as detailed further down. Prices are up across the board, by at least $500 and an average of around $3000 depending on the model variant. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Kia has confirmed a four-strong engine lineup and changes like a new eight-speed auto for the 1.6T and the availability of AWD for the 1.6T Hybrid (HEV), though further details like outputs (if changed) and fuel consumption are still to be confirmed. Supplied Credit: CarExpert *Figures quoted are for pre-facelift vehicles Kia Australia hasn't confirmed any changes to the Sportage's dimensions – see below for pre-facelift figures. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The updated Kia Sportage, like the Korean brand's other models, will be covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre new vehicle warranty. Hybrid vehicles are also subject to a seven-year/150,000km high-voltage battery and component warranty. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Kia Australia offers seven years of capped-price servicing across its lineup, though finer details around intervals and pricing for the updated Sportage range are still to be confirmed. For reference, the 2.0L petrol and turbo-diesel models in the pre-facelifted range have 12-month/15,000km intervals, while the turbocharged 1.6L petrol and HEV versions have shorter 10,000km distance intervals. The updated Kia Sportage is expected to retain its five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on 2022 Euro NCAP tests. Supplied Credit: CarExpert While there have been some feature upgrades – such as a more advanced semi-autonomous Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system from SX+ level and up – the fundamentals appear to be the largely same. Standard safety equipment includes: 7 airbags incl. front-centre Smart Cruise Control 2 – SCC 2 (NEW) Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) Blind-spot assist Intelligent speed limit assist Lane Following Assist (centring) Lane-keep assist Multi Collision Brake Rear cross-traffic assist Parking sensors – front (NEW), rear Reversing camera Tyre pressure monitor SX+ adds: Highway Driving Assist (NEW) GT-Line adds: AEB – reverse Blind Spot View Monitor Surround View Monitor – 360 cameras Kia has confirmed preliminary specifications across the range, with each trim level scoring new equipment. SX 1.6T HEV AWD Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert 2025 Kia Sportage S equipment highlights: Kia Connect Services (NEW) 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment – ccNC Lite (NEW) Over the air (OTA) updates (NEW) 17-inch alloy wheels Full-size alloy spare wheel Cloth upholstery Electronic park brake incl. Auto Hold Leather steering wheel PVC shift selector Sportage SX adds: 12.3-inch navigation system – ccNC (NEW) 18-inch alloy wheels Rain-sensing wipers 2-way lumbar support – driver Premium shift selector – Petrol, Diesel Dial-type shift selector – HEV Remote folding second-row seats Dual-zone climate control Temporary spare wheel – HEV Sportage SX+ adds: Wireless phone charger (NEW) Heated steering wheel (NEW) 19-inch alloy wheels – Petrol, Diesel Power driver seat Heated front seats Harman Kardon premium audio Power tailgate Rear privacy glass Artificial leather upholstery Sportage GT-Line adds: Head-up display (NEW) Dynamic welcome light – front, rear (NEW) Heated steering wheel (NEW for Petrol, Diesel) 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster Memory function – driver seat Power front passenger seat Ventilated front seats Ambient mood lighting Panoramic sunroof LED interior lighting Alloy sports pedals Dial-type shift selector – all variants Further details will be confirmed at the Australian media launch next week. Two new paint options join the Sportage's palette, while the outgoing model's Dawning Red has been discontinued. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Standard: $NCO Premium paint: $TBC Heritage Blue (NEW) Wolf Grey (NEW) Steel Grey Gravity Grey Fusion Black Vesta Blue Snow White Pearl – SX+, GT-Line only Jungle Wood Green – SX+, GT-Line only MORE: Everything Kia Sportage
7NEWS
4 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
2026 Kia Sportage price and specs: More tech, more hybrids, higher prices
Pricing and specifications for the facelifted 2026 Kia Sportage have been announced for Australia as first vehicles arrive in showrooms, and the upgraded mid-size SUV lineup brings more more hybrid variants, more standard equipment, and the introduction of Kia Connect services, accompanied by price increases of up to $4070. As before, the Sportage will be offered in S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line trim levels, with no less than five different drivetrain variants available. The six-speed manual is dead, and 1.6T AWD variants swap out their dual-clutch automatic transmission for an eight-speed torque converter unit. Further, hybrid (HEV) versions of the SX and GT-Line are now available in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) form, taking the total number of hybrid options to four. Revised design details, new alloy wheel options and increased tech levels round out the highlights. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Pricing for the MY26 Kia Sportage starts from $37,990 before on-road costs, which is $5000 higher than the old base manual and $3000 more than the outgoing entry-level S automatic. These price rises are somewhat offset by enhanced specification levels, as detailed further down. Pricing Prices are up across the board, by at least $500 and an average of around $3000 depending on the model variant. Drivetrains and Efficiency Kia has confirmed a four-strong engine lineup and changes like a new eight-speed auto for the 1.6T and the availability of AWD for the 1.6T Hybrid (HEV), though further details like outputs (if changed) and fuel consumption are still to be confirmed. *Figures quoted are for pre-facelift vehicles Dimensions Kia Australia hasn't confirmed any changes to the Sportage's dimensions – see below for pre-facelift figures. Servicing and Warranty The updated Kia Sportage, like the Korean brand's other models, will be covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre new vehicle warranty. Hybrid vehicles are also subject to a seven-year/150,000km high-voltage battery and component warranty. Kia Australia offers seven years of capped-price servicing across its lineup, though finer details around intervals and pricing for the updated Sportage range are still to be confirmed. For reference, the 2.0L petrol and turbo-diesel models in the pre-facelifted range have 12-month/15,000km intervals, while the turbocharged 1.6L petrol and HEV versions have shorter 10,000km distance intervals. Safety The updated Kia Sportage is expected to retain its five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on 2022 Euro NCAP tests. While there have been some feature upgrades – such as a more advanced semi-autonomous Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system from SX+ level and up – the fundamentals appear to be the largely same. Standard safety equipment includes: 7 airbags incl. front-centre Smart Cruise Control 2 – SCC 2 (NEW) Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) Blind-spot assist Intelligent speed limit assist Lane Following Assist (centring) Lane-keep assist Multi Collision Brake Rear cross-traffic assist Parking sensors – front (NEW), rear Reversing camera Tyre pressure monitor SX+ adds: Highway Driving Assist (NEW) GT-Line adds: AEB – reverse Blind Spot View Monitor Surround View Monitor – 360 cameras Standard Equipment Kia has confirmed preliminary specifications across the range, with each trim level scoring new equipment. 2025 Kia Sportage S equipment highlights: Kia Connect Services (NEW) 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment – ccNC Lite (NEW) Over the air (OTA) updates (NEW) 17-inch alloy wheels Full-size alloy spare wheel Cloth upholstery Electronic park brake incl. Auto Hold Leather steering wheel PVC shift selector Sportage SX adds: 12.3-inch navigation system – ccNC (NEW) 18-inch alloy wheels Rain-sensing wipers 2-way lumbar support – driver Premium shift selector – Petrol, Diesel Dial-type shift selector – HEV Remote folding second-row seats Dual-zone climate control Temporary spare wheel – HEV Sportage SX+ adds: Wireless phone charger (NEW) Heated steering wheel (NEW) 19-inch alloy wheels – Petrol, Diesel Power driver seat Heated front seats Harman Kardon premium audio Power tailgate Rear privacy glass Artificial leather upholstery Sportage GT-Line adds: Head-up display (NEW) Dynamic welcome light – front, rear (NEW) Heated steering wheel (NEW for Petrol, Diesel) 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster Memory function – driver seat Power front passenger seat Ventilated front seats Ambient mood lighting Panoramic sunroof LED interior lighting Alloy sports pedals Dial-type shift selector – all variants Further details will be confirmed at the Australian media launch next week. Colours Two new paint options join the Sportage's palette, while the outgoing model's Dawning Red has been discontinued. Standard: $NCO Clear White Premium paint: $TBC Heritage Blue (NEW) Wolf Grey (NEW) Steel Grey Gravity Grey Fusion Black Vesta Blue Snow White Pearl – SX+, GT-Line only Jungle Wood Green – SX+, GT-Line only
