The 2026 Kia EV9 GT is one of the more unusual new electric SUVs in Australia: a pure battery-electric, six-seat flagship that combines three-row family space with 374kW of dual-motor all-wheel-drive power. It is the performance-focused EV9 rather than a separate model range, so the useful question is whether its performance hardware, six captain’s chairs and current price make sense for the way you drive.
The GT arrives with a 99.8kWh battery, a 510km claimed WLTP range and a 4.5-second claimed 0–100km/h time. Those are substantial numbers for a 5.0-metre SUV, but this remains a high-cost vehicle whose exact drive-away total changes with location and dealer. This guide covers the Australian GT specifically, not the full EV9 range.
Featured image: global Kia press photography of the EV9 GT. Pictured vehicle and market details may differ from Australian specification.
2026 Kia EV9 GT price in Australia
| Price measure | Current Australian figure |
|---|---|
| Recommended retail price | $129,250 before on-road costs |
| Kia Build & Price reference | $150,090.60 drive-away estimate for a personal buyer at postcode 3000 |
Price checked 22 October 2026. Kia’s postcode-3000 estimate includes the recommended retail price, luxury-car tax, 12 months’ registration, an estimated 12 months’ CTP insurance cost, stamp duty and estimated dealer delivery. It excludes optional extras and can vary by state, dealer, individual circumstances and insurer.
The $129,250 figure is the cleanest way to compare the GT with other premium EVs because it is before on-road costs. The Melbourne reference estimate is useful as a real-world check, but it is not a national offer or a guaranteed transaction price. Confirm the exact colour, accessories, delivery timing and local on-road charges with a Kia retailer before treating either number as your final budget.
Battery, range and charging
| EV9 GT detail | Australian claimed figure |
|---|---|
| Drive and output | Dual-motor all-wheel drive; 374kW and 740Nm |
| Battery | 99.8kWh lithium-ion |
| Claimed range | 510km WLTP combined |
| Claimed consumption | 21.7kWh/100km combined |
| AC charging | Up to 10.5kW three-phase; about 9 hours 5 minutes from 10–100% on an 11kW charger |
| DC charging | About 24 minutes from 10–80% on a 350kW charger |
| Charging architecture | Supports 400V and 800V infrastructure without an additional adapter |
WLTP range and quoted charge times are laboratory or manufacturer reference figures. Range varies with speed, load, terrain, weather, tyres, climate use and driving style. DC results also depend on the charger, battery temperature and starting state of charge.
The useful part of the GT’s charging story is not a single peak number; it is its ability to work with 800V infrastructure while also accepting 400V charging. For long trips, the 10–80% reference is more practical than comparing a brief peak. For a refresher on planning stops, charger types and state of charge, read evee’s guide to Australia’s EV charging networks.
What makes the EV9 GT different?
The GT is not just an EV9 with a larger motor. Kia specifies a dual-motor drivetrain with 374kW and 740Nm, electronic controlled suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential, GT-specific steering-wheel controls, 21-inch machined alloy wheels and neon-green brake calipers. Kia quotes a 4.5-second 0–100km/h time, while the GT’s top speed is listed at 220km/h.
That performance changes the character of a large SUV, but it also makes a test drive especially important. A local review notes that the GT’s ride is firmer than regular EV9 variants and that its size is evident in tighter places. Buyers should judge the suspension, turning circle, digital-mirror layout and tyre costs against their usual school run, parking space and regional trips rather than assuming the performance figures answer every question.
Six-seat space, luggage and towing
The Australian GT has six seats rather than the seven-seat layout used by several other EV9 grades. Its second row uses captain’s chairs with relaxation and massage functions, which is a more premium arrangement for adult passengers but changes the way the cabin works for families who regularly need every seat. The body is 5,015mm long, 1,980mm wide and 1,755mm high, with a 3,100mm wheelbase.
Independent local specifications list 333L of luggage space with all three rows in use, 828L with the third row folded, plus a 52L front storage compartment. Treat luggage measurements as a packing guide rather than a direct measure of what will fit: a pram, roof box, pet crate or holiday load is still worth trying with the actual vehicle.
Kia lists maximum towing limits of 2,500kg braked and 750kg unbraked, with a 125kg maximum towball download. Those are maxima, not a recommendation to tow at the limit in every circumstance. Confirm the compliance plate, accessory fitment, trailer mass, payload and the vehicle’s specific documentation before making a purchase decision around towing; a heavy trailer will also reduce driving range.
Ownership and where the GT fits
The EV9 GT has a tyre mobility kit rather than a full-size spare. Local review information lists Kia’s seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, a seven-year/150,000km high-voltage-battery warranty, annual or 15,000km servicing and roadside assistance that can extend with eligible dealer servicing. These coverages and assistance conditions are subject to Kia’s current terms, so confirm them with the dealer at the time of purchase.
The GT makes most sense for a buyer who needs three-row electric-SUV space but also values unusually strong acceleration, a six-seat captain-chair cabin and high-spec driving hardware. If a smaller Kia SUV better matches your parking space and budget, evee’s Kia EV5 GT-Line AWD guide provides a useful point of comparison. The EV9 GT is a distinct premium proposition rather than simply the biggest version of the same idea.
Find an electric car for your routine
The 2026 Kia EV9 GT offers a clear answer for buyers who want space and performance in one fully electric vehicle, provided its price and size suit the brief. Explore electric cars available through evee to compare options for your daily kilometres, passengers, parking and next road trip.
