Best buy, 3-Row Electric SUV - Kia EV9
Here's a new category this year. In the coming months and years, we'll be seeing a number of new players.
Many buyers looking for an all-electric vehicle need the space offered by a three-row SUV, whether to accommodate people or equipment. This Kia model is new, having made its debut in December 2023. We'll see about long-term reliability and efficiency, but it looks promising.
Key qualities
- - 489 km range (rear-wheel drive version)
- - Eye-catching design
- - A rarity on the market at the moment (three-row electric SUV)
See: 2024 Kia EV9 First Drive: A Winning Hand
See: 2024 Kia EV9: Powertrain, Range Details Announced
See: 2024 Kia EV9 Gets Starting Price of $59,995 in Canada, up to 489 km of Range
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Specifications sheet of Kia EV9 Land 2024
Best buy, Electric Vehicle - Hyundai Ioniq 5
When it comes to electric vehicles in all categories, KBB's choice turns to Hyundai and its Ioniq 5, which it launched for the 2022 model-year. This EV offers a nice compromise solution for those looking for an electric model that's spacious enough, but not too big to become cumbersome.
The balance is also there when we analyze the performance curve and range of this product.
The year 2024 will see all versions equipped as standard with the 77.4-kWh battery, while a performance variant, Ioniq 5 N, is expected later in the year, with an 84.0-kWh battery.
Key qualities
- - Appealing styling
- - Attractive fast-charging capability
- - 488 km range (rear-wheel drive version)
See: Los Angeles 2023: The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Makes its Debut