KIA EV9 ELECTRIC 7-SEAT SUV: MORBIDLY OBESE, AND FAR FROM GREEN

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John Cadogan delivers a scathing critique of the Kia EV9, labeling it a "morbidly obese" and "rolling contradiction." While acknowledging its potential comfort, luxury, and capability, he argues its sheer size and weight (2.6 tons, heavier than a Land Cruiser 300) negate any environmental benefits, deeming it a "waste of mundane resources." Cadogan is particularly critical of the lack of transparency regarding battery chemistry, suspecting cobalt use and highlighting the significant fire risk and lack of recycling mandates. He questions the "opportunity cost" of such a large battery, suggesting the resources could be better used for stationary home storage. Ultimately, he concludes the EV9 is a "breathtakingly multifaceted irrelevance," failing to justify its existence or cost in the context of genuine climate action, and suggests a diesel Sorento with a home solar setup would be a greener alternative.