Cheaper than US, significantly!

 

Yeah the difference between base EV6 and crippled small battery RWD EV9 (to make it eligible for rebates) is less than 1k.

 

That's pretty impressive for Canadian buyers.

$56,395 for the US vs $59,995 CDN for the RWD Light model.

 

so where are those doom and gloom people, saying that the pricing would be out of this world and the car wouldn't be worthwhile....?

 

Wait till you see markups lol. Also, it's still pretty much $20k more than comparable Telluride. Of course, Telluride can seat one extra person and has a bigger range of 425 miles and faster recharge time - under 3 minutes at any gas station.

 

Actually it's pretty much in line with what I thought it was going to cost until I saw the American prices first. I think the American prices are very much out in left field esp given it's not going to get their 7500 dollar rebate. This makes me think that the EV5 pricing for Canada is going to be very aggressive. ie well under the EV6.

 

Wow, definitely lower than I thought. (I thought it’ll top out at $90k and start at $65-70k). Tbf, wasn’t expecting the Light to make it across but I guess Kia Canada found a way to negotiate to make the Light trim level below $60k.

 

holy shit the GT-Line is the equivalent of EUR54k vs the Luxembourg price of EUR77k!

 

that 77k EUR you are quoting has the VAT in it correct? These prices are before tax.

 

Yea all trims of the EV9 will be eligible for the rebate

 

I have 1 of the 500 online reserved spot for the EV9 last august of the first canadian batch to arrive.
I Reserved an Land Premium; i was almost going to cancel, because the Chevy Blazer EV 2LT is a much better priced for me. 59999-12000QC= 48000+tax.

I live in quebec; so, my tax subsidies, if qualify is - 12000CAD.
So, with all in all, land premium cost: 67,971CAD; with tax, 78,150CAD.... that's good price right?
GTline is 4000$ more, it would be a better equipped, but there's a few thing i wouldn't want.

• Large wheels... cost more in tire replacement and winter sets.
• Less range (Because heavier electric chairs and fold and unfold, raise roof bar...)
• black alcantara ceiling.... (I don't like it, it's too dark).

The only thing that I will pay for extra is the RSPA2. (Apparently it shall cost 10$/mo, 100$/yr, or 500$ outright).
I don't think HUD and extra electric chairs are that pratical.... plus, there will be more thing to break.

But our Canadian GTLine gets the rear self leveling, my Land Premium won't have.

 

I have 1 of the 500 online spot for the EV9 this august.
Reserved an Land Premium.
I live in quebec; so, my tax subsisdies, if qualify is - 12000CAD.
So, with all in all, land premium cost: 67971CAD; with tax, 78150CAD.... that's good price right?
GTline is 4000$ more, it would be a better equipped, but there's a few thing i wouldn't want.

• Large wheels... cost more in tire replacement and winter sets.
• Less range (Because heavier electric chairs and fold and unfold, raise roof bar...)
• black alcantara ceiling.... (I don't like it, it's too dark).

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In terms of the wheels , is it exclusive? Meaning can I buy any other non Kia wheels?

The range reduction isn't that much between premium vs GTL right?

 

 

How is planning "masochistic"? I suppose to a person who is carefree and a wanderer, maybe.

I did a trip to the Rockies in an EV6 which has less range than this and because I planned out the route, the trip was a breeze. Never encountered range anxiety despite driving in mountainous terrain.

 

I didn't make the reservation list but i put a deposit down back in Jan with my local Kia dealer. Luckily they are a new dealership and don't have alot of reservations for the ev9 so there telling me I can expect mine end of this year/early next year.

They want $3k above msrp but are adding ceramic coat, interior protection, mats, trunk tray etc. He's sales pitch was were adding value for the mark up for things we found customers usually get anyways after the sale. Also that other dealers just do a mark up without anything added. You can argue maybe all that is worth $1500 on the high end so there tacking on another $1500.

They also have a $899 doc and a $699 finance fee which is a nice little cash grab too.

I'm not sure what to do. Is it worth it trying to haggle them down considering I don't have to wait long and am most likely going to be getting it sooner then later?

 

Hey @Johnnyd1881 welcome to the forum! I would definitely try and speak to them about these fees because that seems like a lot. Which EV9 model are you trying to get?

 

geeze your dealer is definitely giving it to you. I would talk them down on all three fees.

They get paid on you going on a financing plan, so thats an odd fee to tack on.

3k for ceramic and mats is way overpriced and probably crappy mats.

Who is the dealer if you dont mind me asking?

 

geeze your dealer is definitely giving it to you. I would talk them down on all three fees.

They get paid on you going on a financing plan, so thats an odd fee to tack on.

3k for ceramic and mats is way overpriced and probably crappy mats.

Who is the dealer if you dont mind me asking?

Bannister kia in Chilliwack

 

Who in the world is paying over MRSP in these economic times??? Come on guys, seriously?

 

I preordered the Land and am one of the lucky 527 that managed to get a spot. Now that the pricing is out, I would like to upgrade my choice to include the premium package, has anyone had any luck doing that? I am a little afraid that this will somehow give my dealer an out and enable him to charge more than MSRP since it's a "change". I'm in Ontario.

I picked red, and now I regret it. Part of the reason for upgrading would be to be able to get the Ocean Blue It's so beautiful!

 

Based on the FAQ for the online reservation process, any changes after August 6th will not be able to be done.

Linked shared as an FYI: EV9 FAQ

 

The premium package seems fairly pricey for what you are getting or am I crazy on that. Also, anyone else notice a 3K destination fee on Kia's website. Looks like some of the extra margin was put there to help keep the msrp low enough for incentives.

 

Looking at what the package offers versus the land without:

-20 inch rims
-differentiated headlights
-laminated glass (front and rear)
-dual sunroof
-digital grill
-auto dimming side mirrors
-memory seats
-captain chairs
-heated and ventilated 2nd row
-driver relaxation seat
-door scuff plates
-rear shades
-electronic tilt and telescope steering wheel
-14 speakers
-mood lighting
-digital rearview mirror
-etc

I would say its worth it

 

I guess I'll learn to love the red

or you can wrap the car with frosted vinyl. that will makes the car

Looking at what the package offers versus the land without:

-20 inch rims
-differentiated headlights
-laminated glass (front and rear)
-dual sunroof
-digital grill
-auto dimming side mirrors
-memory seats
-captain chairs
-heated and ventilated 2nd row
-driver relaxation seat
-door scuff plates
-rear shades
-electronic tilt and telescope steering wheel
-14 speakers
-mood lighting
-digital rearview mirror
-etc

I would say its worth it

10000$CAD extra seems lot.
However, I would think, kia can actually accomondate another option for land:

• Land no package
• Land tech + 5000
• Land premium +10000
• Land GTline. + 14000

I think the change from land no pack to premium 10000$ is huge step up.

 

I think the change from land no pack to premium 10000$ is huge step up.

I agree, it makes it less attractive imo. I agree that having a tech package would have been nice as well.

 

agreed, at the end of the day it all boils down to what everyone values and hopefully the trim level they ordered provides them what they want.

 

Orangeville Kia is telling me the same thing, expect the loose Q1 timeline to be relevant.

 

Has anybody heard any delivery timelines from their dealers in Canada?

I see some countries are getting it currently (like New Zealand) and some are scheduled to get it starting December.

Also, has any dealer moved forward to finalize pricing?

 

Was only told first quarter of 2024 and my order was part of the dealer allocation.

pricing hasn’t been finalized yet but it should be MSRP at worst

 

From posts around the forums, it seems like NZ/AUS deliveries have started, West Coast USA will start in December, and East Coast USA in January. Haven't heard anything about Europe.

 

I was reading some comments on some of the recent EV9 reviews and it mentioned people in Germany waiting for their cars, which are at dealers for pick up but pending some update. Not sure if it is true or not, but that’s what I saw.

 

I'm sure I saw a video with the owner of Brantford Kia saying the 500 allotment was just the initial number but there won't be the same issues the EV6 has had. People need to remember this ain't 2021 or 2022. Tesla dropped their prices, VW just dropped their int rates by 3%. The slowing economy is having its effects now. In the US they're having a real problem with BEVs sitting on lots and the price of the EV9 is quite a bit higher in the US. Plus no 7500 gov't tax rebate.

 

Yea the more expensive EV and Ice vehicles are not selling well these days.

 

Also I think the microchip shortage is improving. But it's true I heard GM is switching direction focusing on less Electric Vehicles and more on ICE pickup trucks and SUVs they have been losing Millions with EVs have to return to their bread and butter.

 

I think Elon created a craze that was massively fueled by very high oil prices and now the momentum is flipping back to hybrids, and PHEVs. 2024 is a pivotal yr for sure. Whether you hate Tesla or not, they will control the BEV sales and prices throughout next yr. A new Model 3 within a couple months and then the Model Y juniper. I’m fully expecting ID4 sales to get hit hard next yr esp if they raise prices. Dead in the water is a phrase that comes to mind. I wouldn’t be surprised if we see discounts on BEVs next yr.