News & Top StoriesKia EV9 is a World Car
- The title of 2024 World Electric Vehicle has also been given to the EV9.
- The BYD Seal and Volvo EX30 were two more front-runners for the WCOTY 2024 title.
- Kia’s premier three-row electric SUV is the EV9.
- Offering a range of electric motors and battery pack
- versions available for both RWD and AWD worldwide.
- anticipated to cost approximately Rs 80 lakh (ex-showroom) and go to India via the CBU route.
The Kia EV9 was named the winner of the World Car of the Year (WCOTY) competition, shortly after the top three contenders were determined. The EV9 has been named the “2024 World Electric Vehicle” in addition to winning the WCOTY award.
The Title Contest
The BYD Seal, which is also available in India, and the Volvo EX30, which is anticipated to arrive in India, were the other two leading contenders in an all-electric race for the top prize. An automobile must be sold on at least two continents to be eligible for a World Car Awards victory. The Kia EV9 was named the winner by the World Car Awards based on its price, cabin with seven seats, and design. The jury consisted of 100 automotive writers from 29 different nations.
Other 2024 WCOTY Winners
There were more winners at the 2024 World Car Awards besides the Kia EV9. The following models were among the others who won prizes in different categories:
| Model | Award Category |
| BMW 5 Series/ i5 | World Luxury Car |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 N | World Performance Car |
| Volvo EX30 | World Urban Car |
| Toyota Prius | World Car Design Of The Year |
Additional Kia EV9 Details
Kia’s three-row all-electric SUV comes with multiple electric motors and batteries, and it may be configured with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). With a stated range of more than 541 kilometers, the EV9 presents a strong case for electrification in place of the conventional luxury SUV powered by a gasoline or diesel engine. Along with its modern design components and large cabin, it also has a fantastic road presence.
India’s Release Date And Cost
It is anticipated that the Kia EV9 will be priced starting at Rs 80 lakh (ex-showroom) when it enters the Indian market through the completely built-up unit (CBU) import route later in 2018. In comparison to high-end electric SUVs like the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and BMW iX, it might be viewed as an inexpensive substitute.
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