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Kia EV9 electric SUV sees dealer discounts exceeding $15,000

Electrek reports that select dealerships are adding substantial savings on top of Kia's national customer cash incentive.

The short version

  • Select Kia dealerships are providing discounts exceeding $15,000 on the EV9 electric SUV.[Electrek]
  • The vehicle carries a base starting price of $54,900, alongside a nationwide $10,000 factory cash discount.[Electrek]
  • US EV9 sales rose 12% in the first eight months of 2026 despite the loss of federal tax credits.[Electrek]
  • Dealer-specific promotional pricing and vehicle inventory vary across regional locations.[Electrek]

Key facts

  • Kia is offering a $10,000 nationwide customer cash discount on the 2026 EV9.[Electrek]
  • Some dealerships are providing discounts exceeding $15,000 on specific EV9 trims.[Electrek]
  • The 2026 Kia EV9 has a base manufacturer's suggested retail price of $54,900.[Electrek]
  • Kia sold nearly 10,500 EV9 units in the US during the first eight months of 2026.[Electrek]

What remains uncertain

  • Specific promotional pricing and availability vary by individual dealership and geographic region.[Electrek]

Sources

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