[woodeasy]

GT line won't get the rebate. 70K max.

Kia Canada website put rebate on it
So I think it potentially will qualify for rebate. If thats the case, it's pretty wicked. Where can you get a 3 row EV around this price?

 

[ohnoyuji]

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.

 

[woodeasy]

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?

 

[ohnoyuji]

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?

451 (GTL) versus 435(GTL). km

 

[knash]

 

[woodeasy]

451 (GTL) versus 435(GTL). km

Change the wheels and you will get the lost km back.

 

[Reasonable buyer]

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.

 

[Reasonable buyer]

Lucky Canadians - two words that haven't been spoken together in a long time.

You spoke too soon. Canada only gets a handful of EV9s. In reality specifically in Canada EV9 is a compliance vehicle. Only 500 or so cars for the whole of Canada lol. I guess the rest of the 37 million people will buy something else eh?

 

[EVolution]

You spoke too soon. Canada only gets a handful of EV9s. In reality specifically in Canada EV9 is a compliance vehicle. Only 500 or so cars for the whole of Canada lol. I guess the rest of the 37 million people will buy something else eh?

At least I hope the value doesn't plummet if the demand stays high.

 

[Reasonable buyer]

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?

Depends on what you consider a good price. You essentially get Telluride, but $20k more out of pocket. Telluride has one extra seat and a range is bigger 425 miles and Telluride can recharge in under 3 minutes at any gas station. So you are $20k under for inferior range/charge speed and less seats.

 

[Dansta31]

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.

lol the good part with my deal is I am using a dealer I have worked with in the past and have successful sales based on my recommendation. My deal will be at worst MSRP.

 

[Reasonable buyer]

lol the good part with my deal is I am using a dealer I have worked with in the past and have successful sales based on my recommendation. My deal will be at worst MSRP.

I mean your specific situation makes it a good deal for EV9, no doubt. It's just that EV9 doesn't seem like a good option when you have Telluride with a substantially longer range and much faster recharge time. It's almost like EV9 should be $20k LESS than Telluride to account for that disparity in range/charge time. Yes, I understand this is purely because EV9 is EV duh. However, as I said novelty and coolness wore off. Evs are no longer head turners and no different than any other box on wheels on streets. In that case, why chose inferior range/charging time eh? Unless you are a masochist and intentionally want to limit yourself and like range anxiety and suffering, planning routes in advance, waiting to charge, etc. Then, by all means, go ahead.

 

[KiaevCan]

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.

 

[Dansta31]

I mean your specific situation makes it a good deal for EV9, no doubt. It's just that EV9 doesn't seem like a good option when you have Telluride with a substantially longer range and much faster recharge time. It's almost like EV9 should be $20k LESS than Telluride to account for that disparity in range/charge time. Yes, I understand this is purely because EV9 is EV duh. However, as I said novelty and coolness wore off. Evs are no longer head turners and no different than any other box on wheels on streets. In that case, why chose inferior range/charging time eh? Unless you are a masochist and intentionally want to limit yourself and like range anxiety and suffering, planning routes in advance, waiting to charge, etc. Then, by all means, go ahead.

Looks like you are in the camp of ICE vs EV and while I see both sides of the argument, we want to trade in our 2021 Telluride so that we can enjoy the benefits that the EV provides while still offering the same amount of space.

Your cons tend to relate specifically to road tripping to which we only do twice a year on a 400km drive to take our oldest to university and back. Charging for say 20 minutes at a bathroom / coffee break doesn’t seem to be a deal breaker.

 

[woodeasy]

I mean your specific situation makes it a good deal for EV9, no doubt. It's just that EV9 doesn't seem like a good option when you have Telluride with a substantially longer range and much faster recharge time. It's almost like EV9 should be $20k LESS than Telluride to account for that disparity in range/charge time. Yes, I understand this is purely because EV9 is EV duh. However, as I said novelty and coolness wore off. Evs are no longer head turners and no different than any other box on wheels on streets. In that case, why chose inferior range/charging time eh? Unless you are a masochist and intentionally want to limit yourself and like range anxiety and suffering, planning routes in advance, waiting to charge, etc. Then, by all means, go ahead.

It's business as usual for most people. Besides, I won't be using 425 miles in one day. The charging time for me is less than 1 min because it's charged at home when I am sleeping. I basically will never have to wait at the charging station and also fear some one will come grab your car.

ICE costs at least thousands of dollars of more in gas. So I can say unless you are a masochist and intentionally want to spend more on gas and spend more time at the gas station. Then, by all means, go ahead.

The above is written in a sarcastic way but I am sure you understand no one type is best. It's how you look at it. Telluride is more convenient right now for you. But maybe not later.

 

[knash]

I mean your specific situation makes it a good deal for EV9, no doubt. It's just that EV9 doesn't seem like a good option when you have Telluride with a substantially longer range and much faster recharge time. It's almost like EV9 should be $20k LESS than Telluride to account for that disparity in range/charge time. Yes, I understand this is purely because EV9 is EV duh. However, as I said novelty and coolness wore off. Evs are no longer head turners and no different than any other box on wheels on streets. In that case, why chose inferior range/charging time eh? Unless you are a masochist and intentionally want to limit yourself and like range anxiety and suffering, planning routes in advance, waiting to charge, etc. Then, by all means, go ahead.

You must be looking at American prices. The price differential in Canada is not that much. A Land AWD EV 9 is 65k. And a Telluride SX is 55k. And The EV 9 gets a 5k rebate. In fact the Land AWD EV9 is 5k less than a Model Y AWD up here.

 

[woodeasy]

You must be looking at American prices. The price differential in Canada is not that much. A Land AWD EV 9 is 65k. And a Telluride SX is 55k. And The EV 9 gets a 5k rebate. In fact the Land AWD EV9 is 5k less than a Model Y AWD up here.

I was looking at the model y earlier this year. I am so lucky I didnt make a purchase lol. with this amazing price, Model Y is no match to EV9.

 

[KiaevCan]

You must be looking at American prices. The price differential in Canada is not that much. A Land AWD EV 9 is 65k. And a Telluride SX is 55k. And The EV 9 gets a 5k rebate. In fact the Land AWD EV9 is 5k less than a Model Y AWD up here.

And add $7k for QC residents and $4k for B.C. residents and even though it has less equipment than the Telly SX, it costs less to buy and thus savings start immediately.

 

[woodeasy]

And add $7k for QC residents and $4k for B.C. residents and even though it has less equipment than the Telly SX, it costs less to buy and thus savings start immediately.

What kind of equipment are we talking about for Tally? I sat inside one before but don't know anything other than the seats inside and the longer range.

 

[Johnnyd1881]

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?