South Korean automaker Kia’s highly anticipated three-row electric SUV, the 2024 EV9, is generating notable interest even before hitting US roads, with the company unveiling a series of enticing pre-delivery deals for prospective buyers.
Despite the EV9 already gaining “significant consumer interest,” Kia is launching the electric SUV with a range of promotional offerings. Earlier this month, the company announced a leasing option for the 2024 EV9 starting at $599 per month for a 36-month term, requiring a $5,999 payment at signing—competitive pricing akin to a fully equipped Kia Telluride.
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A recent dealer memo reveals additional incentives for US buyers at launch. Kia is extending a $3,750 Customer Cash credit, providing a financial boost to those opting for the EV9. Furthermore, an alternative special financing rate is available, with rates as low as 3.25% APR for a 48-month term. The offer extends to 3.99% APR for 60 months, 4.99% for 72 months, or 6.49% APR for 84 months.
While lease details for the base EV9 Light trim are yet to be disclosed by Kia, the Light Long Range RWD model is available for $599 per month, boasting a range of up to 304 miles. Priced at $60,695 MSRP, this model offers 74 additional miles of range compared to the entry-level Light RWD variant.
Additionally, the AWD Wind variant is available for lease at $659 per month, with a $5,999 signing payment. Featuring an MSRP of $65,395, the 2024 Kia EV9 Wind offers up to 280 miles of range.
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CarsDirect, an online auto research firm, uncovered a concealed “Dealer Choice” incentive allowing dealerships to offer the 2024 Kia EV9 with special rates as low as 5.25% for 48 months, combined with the $3,750 incentive. Notably, dealers have the flexibility to mark up the rate by 1%.
Intriguingly, CarsDirect’s research indicates that the EV9 boasts better residual values compared to Kia’s initial dedicated electric vehicle, the EV6.
As Kia strategically unveils these offers ahead of the EV9’s official deliveries, industry observers are keen to assess the impact of these incentives on the electric SUV’s market reception and sales performance in the competitive electric vehicle landscape.
