KIA EV9: WORST POSSIBLE CAR OF THE YEAR

EV Channels Review

John Cadogan delivers a scathing critique of the Kia EV9, labeling it 'morbidly obese' and an 'insult to fundamental engineering concepts.' He vehemently disagrees with Drive.com.au's 'Car of the Year' award, particularly for the 'poverty pack' EV9 Air, deeming it an 'epic Car of the Year dud call.' Cadogan questions the environmental credentials of the EV9, arguing that its massive battery and weight, coupled with charging from coal-fired power grids, result in significant CO2 emissions comparable to or worse than a diesel Kia Sorento. He highlights the impracticality of long charging times and the high cost of ownership, including expensive tire replacements. The reviewer criticizes the award's justification, citing inconsistencies in Drive's past statements about hybrids versus EVs and questioning the publication's methodology and understanding of the Australian market. Ultimately, Cadogan suggests the EV9 is an expensive, inefficient, and environmentally questionable choice, questioning its role as a 'game changer' for Australian families.