Used Kia EV9 for Sale nearWilmington, NC

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 $42,216, and over the past year it reached a low of $38,722. 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 earns a strong overall case from owners, and 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 center on high sticker price, certain Highway Driving Assist behaviors, and the steering wheel blocking the climate system display. 39.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia EV9 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Kia EV9 very highly, and the available expert feedback points to a vehicle that becomes more appealing the longer you live with it. The model’s overall character also comes through as well-equipped, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk mainly comes down to battery condition, charging habits, and how well the vehicle has been maintained.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.8% — 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.
• Range & charging: up to 305 miles of range, a 99.8-kWh battery pack, and a 10% to 80% recharge in 24 minutes.
• Battery health: Check battery state-of-health, review how the vehicle has been charged over time, 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 point, with single-motor rear-wheel drive and a choice of standard-range or long-range battery packs; it suits you if you want the most accessible way into the EV9 lineup.
• Wind: A step up in the lineup that builds on the EV9’s core three-row EV formula with the long-range dual-motor setup.
• Land: A higher trim that adds more equipment and capability for shoppers who want a richer feature set.
• GT-Line: The most upscale and fully equipped version, with the 12-inch head-up display, simulated suede headliner, ambient interior lighting, and the strongest performance figures in the expert review; this is the best-value pick if you want the EV9 at its most complete.

What Kia EV9 do most buyers choose?

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

Those higher-volume years tend to be the easiest places to shop because you get more choices, more pricing spread, and a better chance of finding the color, trim, and equipment you want. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first when comparing value and availability.

What is the Kia EV9's resale value?

Prices are moving lower, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The change shown here is a clear drop rather than a flat or rising pattern, so buyers can benefit from the softer pricing. 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 −5.71% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 40.1% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings. The Kia EV9 offers a roomy, comfortable, and distinctive three-row electric SUV experience that feels modern and well thought out.

Consider waiting if:

• Range & charging: The EV9 has a standard-range (76.1-kilowatt-hour) pack, a long-range battery (99.8-kWh) pack, up to 305 miles of range, and 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: The EV9 starts at $56,545.

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.

How does the 2024 Kia EV9 compare to the 2024 Ford Explorer?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.