Used Kia EV9 for Sale nearSanta Barbara, CA

How much does the Kia EV9 cost in today's market?

Used Kia EV9 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Kia EV9's current nationwide average price is $42,528, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $38,715 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Kia EV9 a good car?

Yes — the Kia EV9 is a strong used-EV pick if you want a roomy, tech-forward three-row SUV with broad appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 5/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 and 2026 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are a high sticker price, certain Highway Driving Assist behaviors, and a steering wheel that blocks the climate system display.

38.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia EV9 models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Kia EV9 top marks, and the newest expert review describes a roomy, comfortable, safe, and well-equipped cabin with strong overall appeal. The EV9 also earns praise for its innovative design, fast recharging times, and impressive technology.

• Owners rate the Kia EV9 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, a used EV9 is best approached like any electric SUV: pay close attention to battery condition, charging habits, and remaining warranty coverage.

What should I look for when buying a used Kia EV9?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.4% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Highway Driving Assist, pairing adaptive cruise control with lane-centering assist and a lane-change assist function.
• Infotainment: a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Battery health: check battery state-of-health, review typical charging habits, and confirm the remaining battery warranty before you buy.

Which Kia EV9 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Kia EV9 offers these trims:

• Light: The entry trim uses the single-motor rear-wheel drive setup and gives you the choice of standard-range or long-range battery packs, making it the value-focused starting point.
• Wind: This trim moves you into the dual-motor all-wheel drive lineup and is a smart step if you want the long-range setup without jumping to the highest-priced versions.
• Land: A well-equipped middle choice that keeps the long-range dual-motor setup and suits shoppers who want a balanced mix of equipment and value.
• GT-Line: The most upscale trim in the lineup, adding the most premium feel, the 12-inch head-up display, and the richest cabin presentation for buyers who want the EV9 at its most polished.

What Kia EV9 do most buyers choose?

The Kia EV9 years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2026.

Higher-volume model years usually give you more choices on color, trim, mileage, and price, which makes it easier to compare listings and find the right fit. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often because inventory is easier to shop.

What is the Kia EV9's resale value?

The EV9's price movement shows a clear downward shift for the model year in the table, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. A drop of this size can create better entry pricing while still leaving you with a relatively recent vehicle. The 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia EV9 safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2024: 8/10

Highway Driving Assist is standard, pairing adaptive cruise control with lane-centering assist and a lane-change assist function.

For the safest used buy, the 2024 and 2026 models both post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Kia EV9 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −9.79% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 39.9% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings. The Kia EV9 offers a roomy, comfortable, and well-equipped cabin that makes it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Range & charging: The EV9 has a standard-range (76.1-kilowatt-hour) or long-range battery (99.8-kWh), up to 305 miles of range, and DC fast charging at up to 350 kilowatts with a 10% to 80% recharge in 24 minutes.
• Tech: It offers triple screens housed in a gently curving single display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging.
• Safety: The latest model adds intersection braking assistance, front cross-traffic braking assistance, oncoming collision mitigation, blind-spot steering assistance, and a surround-view camera system.
• Starting price: Prices range from $56,545 to $73,545.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.