A car finally passes the rear windshield wiper test. I think I’m gonna open a nice bottle of wine tonight ! Lol

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Now we are talking !

@mavfan1

6 ай бұрын

White wine with Twinkies!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

@@mavfan1you are freaking hilarious

It’s funny I seen a billboard of this car and when I get home and this video pop up. I believe that’s a sign this is my next car.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

It was meant to be

KIA EV9= Futuristic Telluride with a charge ⚡️

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I like the way you put that

@chrisgelo1425

6 ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides 👌👌👌

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

You are goo my man!@@chrisgelo1425

Joe hitting every important point and not missing a detail

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

That’s how I like to do it!

@mdribblecastle

6 ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides but you did miss the storage compartment under the tray that comes out of the center console. Who knows what kind of confectionery you would have mentioned there. :eyeroll:

@mdribblecastle

6 ай бұрын

Also, pretty sure there are 5 levels of regen breaking, not 3... but i could be wrong on that.

@huanronghu4432

6 ай бұрын

@@mdribblecastle he did talk about that storage area in the chicago auto show review

@realdeal173

6 ай бұрын

The gloss black in front and over the wheel wells will not agree well after highway miles, bugs and gravel hit it. Scratched and faded after a short period of time.

dang that third row room looks great. really like how evs are utilizing that flat floor/no transmission tunnel bump.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

The benefits of a BEV for sure

Steven...GREAT JOB on the camera work. I enjoy watching the videos, the amount of information during the reviews, and the camera shots that a lot of other reviewers just miss!! Anyway thanks to both of you for the really enjoyable, informative videos.

@RaitisRides

5 ай бұрын

That is so fantastic of you to say!

I just bought a Kia forte and I'm not in the market for any EVs whatsoever, but these videos are so entertaining. I just love to watch. Kudos to Joe for making these fun.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I appreciate you taking the time to say that and thank you for the great support!

Wow, what a great looking EV SUV. Thanks for the very detailed review!

Whats up Joe Lori & Steve...thanks tor all the hard work y'all do ..when I last made a comment I was trying to decide what to get... leaning on the Stinger v6..but I been watching n listening 🎧 to exgaust videos for the Stinger to upgrade the exhaust if i get one ..but so far I havent been liking any .. but this Ev9 suv & the performance package 'Stang gt is on my list and I wouldn't mess with the factory exhaust on the 'Stang because that thing sounds like a beast the way it is. I did like the telluride but couldn't deal with the 1 sided exhaust setup & the company's that make n sell the quad bumper/diffuser I guess stopped so... But anyways Haply Holidays and thanks again for y'all's hard work..

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thank you my friend! Happy Holidays to you and yours!

I drive the EV6. Same range. Great drive and speed. Biggest thing I suggest is to wait for used versions of this car. The EV6 plummeted and I imagine this will too as it’s super expensive. Cool looking SUV

Always love your reviews joe!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

That means the world

Hi Joe, great review as usual ! Love the way you go over the details. Very nice vehicle, I did visit the dealer in September and sat in one, lots of room inside. I really would have hoped the range would have been over 300 miles. I was also hoping GM or Ford would have come out with an affordable 3 row EV by now, but that didn't happen. Thanks again !

@rgv7

5 ай бұрын

Between this and a Volvo? I’d rather a Volvo Ex90.

I always love you reviews, Joe!

It was cause of you that I got my 2024 Kia sportage x-pro prestige & I love it. I was even thinking of the EV6 later on.

Continuing to love your content Joe! Quick question....what's that watch you got on wrist?

Thank you for this awesome review, Joe.

To open the hood, you do not need to pull out any cover. There is a button on the left side of the steering wheel. Press it twice to open the hood. Covered handle is for the emergency only.

@user-hv1np4dy5q

6 ай бұрын

I was coming here to say that. Couldn't have been more obvious

Hi there thanks for reviewing this EV this looks amazing. What is the range for the single motor RWD

Another awesome video Raiti. I got one in black , which complements the grossy black accents!

Appreciate the detailed review, Joe!

Thank you gentleman camera work/views were great as well. I am just about sold on one.

Great review, awesome looking vehicle, and it's nice to see more EV's that aren't a Tesla. But $77k wow that's a lot, like crazy expensive.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Pricing on many cars today is way out of control.

@Testarossa2013

6 ай бұрын

EV9 starts at $55k

@TravelPrabz

6 ай бұрын

​@Testarossa2013 you get a buggy for that price..

❤for you Steve! And great work joe on the review🎉! Nice suv, but how’s the quality compare to Honda or Toyota?

So funny that he says this a mid sized SUV. In my city you can not park this car. Nice car and great reviews like always!

Awesome Review cool to see the GT line Trim grow!

I think you have the best vehicles review style. Great authentic energy like you’re just an average guy who really likes vehicles. Makes it easy to relate to your reviews.

That is such a handsome vehicle. It's futuristic but not over the top. Super clean lines...love the blacked out aero wheels. Kia is knocking out home run after home run... Could definitely see myself in one of these as the charging networks builds out..

@angryGTS

5 ай бұрын

Will be able to use Tesla chargers in 2025. That combined with every other charging network there is really no excuse to not own an EV unless you live in BFE North or South Dakota.

@alex99398

5 ай бұрын

@@angryGTS That's interesting..thanks for sharing this. Yes, makes an EV much more compelling now..

Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I really enjoyed the video looking forward to seeing this mid sized sport utility vehicle, here in Canada kia headquarters was under investigation from the cbc having to do with issues with the factory in both the US and in South Korea

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for letting me share it with you Stephen and for sharing that insight!

I am so impressed with how quick the infotainment software is! The button press is almost immediate. Way quicker than Mercedes or BMW.

😩❤️❤️❤️ we bought our telluride in February of 2022. Definitely have to wait for me to graduate school for this baby lol

Yes of course Joe & I'm planned to buy one.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I can see you in this one for sure!

hi, joe which one you prefer 2024 Kia EV9 or blazer EV. thanks price is almost the same.

Amazing review Joe.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I had a feeling you would like this .

Very impressive!! Excellent review! 270 mi range is more than enough for the most with a caveat. If you can’t charge at home, EV is not for you. $77K is lots of money but at the was me time, there isn’t a thing like this in the market!! Excellent Kia!!!!

Great review, awesome looking vehicle😀

How would you compare this to the Rivian R1S? (outside of pricing difference)

I like the interior design. Congrats on the hellcat! I was late to the show last night.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thanks Tom! I can’t wait to share it with you

Any reason why EV9 in the stateside doesn't have the massaging seats in the 2nd row?

Joe you have best reviews on the tube

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

That is so awesome of you to say Alan

Man that's a shame, the EV9 looks so nice, and has all the features and tech one would want from a 3-row SUV. But the low battery range and the high cost just kill it off for me. I guess battery tech is just not quite there yet.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

It is ultra pricey

@brandonc9706

6 ай бұрын

EPA range. I hope that helps. It basically means nothing.

Do you prefer this or the hyndai Santa fe as in the new one

Kia is doing the best out of all the manufacturers out there! I’d buy this over the hideous Mercedes EQ models.

For $77k, the total range (270) is a big disappointment. That being said, this EV9 is stunning.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I agree with you

@brandonc9706

6 ай бұрын

Yeah but I had a Taycan 4S and the EPA range was 204 or something silly. I always got about 270 from it. So the EPA is basically dogwater. I had a Tesla Model 3 Performance which also constantly went UNDER it's EPA range. Either way, who wants to drive for 250 miles without stopping to stretch/bathroom break anyway? If you have a daily commute of 250+ miles, you need a new home.

@spacefras

6 ай бұрын

Some reviewers have gotten more than 300 miles out the gt line version. Kia underrates their evs.

@dwnrange7812

6 ай бұрын

That 270 miles is under the most optimal conditions, which never happens in the real world.. & in this segment, these family hauling SUVs are meant to road trip. I’m sorry, but for that purpose, this is well behind the ICE based competition

@shawnmanh7707

6 ай бұрын

@@brandonc9706 don't try to kiss ass your EV obsession. Everyone knows that 270 miles range is ridiculous and it takes forever to charge if you exhaust it below 10%. Try to use your brain and account for AC or heat running and all the electric components in the car, it won't get even close to 270 miles range.

Well said, as usual!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much

Lol. Not the only one in Florida. They have one available here in Ocala. Hopefully, will her to test drive it this weekend.

Great seating room!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

So very true!

From the beautiful door panels to the rest of the phenomenally executed interior, there isn't a single thing that I don't like about this vehicle, it feels special, space high-tech modern design, but not overstated, very tastefully done, I have no remarks, I'd buy it without any second thoughts.

Not hugging trees! Very nice!

Fantastic ! 🌟

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I’m glad you like this one

It’s nice. Been waiting for this but the range for me is a big deal breaker. I was hoping range would be at least more than 300 miles. The 77k price is close to a Rivian R1S which I think is much better suv overall.

Looks futuristic and cool. Want :)

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

It definitely gets attention when you are driving down the road

Beautiful

His Hyndai comment!! Was Great!! 😂😊

Beautiful Beautiful

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I’m so glad that you like this one!

oh wow I’m EARLY early. What do you think of Kias new design language Raiti? 5 words max. Love to see you bouncing around the Tampa area’s dealerships. you’re a local celebrity.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thanks Robert! The design is smart modern.

Midsize! I saw one the other day, it was HUGE.

I think this is a great SUV. I would go with the Land trim for a little less money but still plenty of features and just a little more range. But, even 270 miles is plenty. To get more out of it would require a bigger battery and then too high of a price. You got it wrong on how to open the hood, though. That was the manual release in case there’s no power. There’s a button to the left of the steering wheel that you push to open it electronically or on the key fob.

Wonder if they have the gas only or hybrid option in that model?

@Top5Depot

Ай бұрын

No, 100% electric

BMW iX,Volvo EX90 ,Hummer EV(Sut/SUV) & Polestar 3 are my favourite EV designs.

I wish you talked about the charging speed. Kia says 0-80% in 24 mins on fast chargers but I was hoping to see what you have to say about it.

Super nice

🤩🤩 Can't wait for a Kia EV10 TRUCK!

Look Cool

I need to review this too 😍 learning from Joe

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for saying that.

@ffl247

6 ай бұрын

@RaitisRides Been a fan for long time Joe watching your videos and learning for reviews. You one of the best of em all

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

@@ffl247that means the world

Love the look of the EV9 but they really missed the mark with the pricing considering the range this thing gets. Holding out on EVs for Toyota, or some other company, to figure things out with their solid state batteries so the mileage is better. Surprised more of these companies aren't trying to push more PHEVs while they figure this stuff out with batteries, infrastructure, and whatnot. I'll be getting the new Santa Fe as my next vehicle and I'm keeping my fingers crossed that they'll have better EV options by the time I'm done with that SUV

@mintchevvv1834

6 ай бұрын

Pricing is what it is bro, welcome to 2024, look at the cyber truck pricing, don’t mention Toyota lol they aren’t competing with Kia right now, they drop a Corolla gr for 50 k 😂😂

@mauriciomendez1912

6 ай бұрын

Actually the base model starts at 54,999. This is the GT package....

With that price point i see discounts coming im sure the i got to have it crowd will scoop em up but after that idk

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

It will be interesting to see how it all pans out

I love it Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

It’s great to have you hear!

It’s nice but I prefer Mitsu’s dynamic shield in the front with the chrome.

Love it ❤❤❤❤❤❤

How does the horn sound? Featuristic? I never hear the horn on reviews...My Honda 2024 sounds weak.😮

Very nice.

Great review as always but the EV9 kinda reminds me of a bigger version of the Kia soul

@RaitisRides

5 ай бұрын

You are not the first to say that!

Hopefully they make an EV9 gt because 500+ hp in a kia 3 row would be sick!

I loved these and was waiting for one, but when i found out the GT-line was in 75k+ range i decided to go get a EV6 Gt. So at this point ill wait for a possible Stinger Performance EV hopefully in 3-4yrs Everyone complaining about the 77k....which is the loaded model and nicer then most that are 10k+ like the Model X.

You said mpg is the car fully loaded electric?

I'm fine with the range. I'm not trying to pay the price. But another great review. Edit: I'm changing my mind as the days go by... Hmm, i wonder if Genesis has a version of this coming???

Apostle Joe, my question is, How reliable is the Kia Carnival?

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

From what I heard it has had a good track record.

@LuisUrbieta

6 ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides Mmmmm, I get it thank you.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

@@LuisUrbietayou are so very welcome!

Great live last night, Joe and Lori.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I’m so glad that you could join us!

I actually had a reservation on the EV 9 Wind but just too expensive right now getting my money back. Maybe the price will drop a little if production increases like the Tesla model y did. If they can lower the price by $10k on all models and increase battery range to 330 miles then they’ll have a winner.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

This is so true!

@brandonc9706

6 ай бұрын

Why do you need that extra 50 miles of range?

@alexwelch1520

6 ай бұрын

Just personal preference as the battery technology is better with Tesla in model y and x than in Kia. Who doesn’t want more range? Less charging etc.

77K wow 😮 btw great work as always 👍

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I said the same thing

I do like this. ❤. Just hope nothing goes wrong with the battery. If the ioniq 5 means anything, the battery costs more than the car.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I’m so glad to hear!

Say Joe, speaking of KIA, were you able to get access to the 2025 KIA Sorento at the LA Auto show sir? I know they refreshed the Sorento, K5, and the Carnival for 2025.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I could have but I passed due to the amount of time we had. It’s just a refresh so I will get it soon

@chrisgelo1425

6 ай бұрын

@RaitisRides Yes sir

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for understanding!@@chrisgelo1425

This is how spacious I expected the new Lexus GX 550 to be

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Yeah a BEV can create more space onsude

@SuperFitness12

6 ай бұрын

I’ll take this over a Lexus anytime!!

This is the GT package, the basemodel starts at 54,999! That's pretty inexpensive for a true three row SUV. The range wouldn't bother me as I wouldn't take a EV cross country. This is a real looker 👀

Joe and Steven. Thanks!! Great job as always NICE vehicle! EV, and S are looking LESS WEIRD more NON ev like . Kkia GOT IS RIGHT I feel See you guys on another ride! Sharing this one!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thanks Lester! We appreciate you so much!

@LESTER7L1

6 ай бұрын

You are welcome. My pleasure Joe!@@RaitisRides

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

@@LESTER7L1we can’t do it without you

Cool!!!!!!!!!😎👍🙌👍🙌

When you r coming to Mississippi.

This is literally a telluride but electric and i love it!!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I think that it might even be nicer on the inside

@jeffs6090

6 ай бұрын

I didn't even notice that until I read this comment! ....sarcasm

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

@@jeffs6090good call

$77,000?!!! I was having trouble digesting that MSRP!!!

@anthonymitchell9337

6 ай бұрын

They won’t be able to sell these at the $77k price point

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Trust me I feel you pain!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

It is going to be interesting to see how it pans out with sales Anthony!@@anthonymitchell9337

@rival121

6 ай бұрын

This is the LOADED price, not the base price. Quite misleading actually!

@Top5Depot

Ай бұрын

$77000 is the top of the line. It can't get any more expensive than this. Now considering that, this is still very inexpensive compared to the other brains top of the lines.

To be honest. This price is ridiculous. I understand the competition, but for a 1st generation EV9, this is way too expensive. It feels inflated prematurely.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Most pricing for new vehicles is ridiculous.

Im looking forward to Lokey Kia receiving some 2024 Sorentos!

i love this KIA EV9 Great Job Kia

Love this one, still not sure because of the price

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

It sure is pricey for sure Jeffrey!

If this is mid size , what is large size ?

Nice

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I’m very glad that you think so

Does it has a key

Love my palisade with a 450 miles range on gasoline. When the electric range goes upto 500 miles then maybe that will interest me.

@jasonb9174

5 ай бұрын

My palasade never gets 450 miles range maybe a bit under 400 in normal day driving

The miles you get with evs is ridiculous at this point full charge should be like 700 miles If you really want people to due the switch

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

We are just not there technology wise

I stopped the video once you said the price BUT....I did leave a like after. Good video

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for having my back! I know the pricing is insane!

Approaching some Rivian pricing. It's too bad it doesn't qualify for the $7500 rebate. Or does it?