Kia has confirmed that the EV9 GT might be coming sooner than expected. As reported by Inside EVs, Kia confirmed that the GT “is just around the corner, continuing the brand’s sporty image after the EV6 GT.”
The statement was made at the European introduction of the highly-anticipated seven-seat electric SUV. To us, “around the corner” sounds closer than the original rumored introduction date set for 2025.
This is good news for the power-hungry because the standard EV9 doesn’t provide much in the way of performance. The range-topper uses a dual-motor setup that produces 379 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. This is a bit tame compared to the BMW iX (516 hp/564 lb-ft) and the Tesla Model X, which has 670 hp at its disposal.
Still, if the EV9 comes in at the prices Kia used for a customer survey, it will wipe the floor with the two cars mentioned above.
