2025 Kia EV9 Land AWD GT-Line: Specs & Canadian Pricing

The 2025 Kia EV9 Land AWD with GT-Line Package is the EV9 for buyers who want more second-row comfort and convenience, not the longest range at the lowest price. Its appeal starts with a three-row electric layout, but the decision becomes more interesting when you compare what Premium already includes with what GT-Line adds.

This guide accompanies our Canadian 2025 EV9 video. Equipment and specifications are drawn from Kia Canada’s model-year material; the pricing table uses identified Canadian dealer MSRP references. It is not a road-test report, and no driving impressions or complete VIN-specific option list are inferred from the video title.

Models available

In Canada, the 2025 choices are Light RWD, Wind RWD and Land AWD, with Plus, Premium and GT-Line packages available on Land. GT-Line is a Land package here, not the separately named U.S.-market trim. That distinction matters when looking up equipment, prices or reviews from another country.

Start with the seating arrangement you need, then choose the drivetrain and equipment. Paying more does not automatically mean carrying more people: Premium and GT-Line use a six-seat layout rather than the seven-seat arrangement in the lower configurations.

Electric motors and battery

Kia Canada’s 2025 EV9 brochure specifies dual-motor AWD, 379 hp, 516 lb-ft and a 99.8-kWh battery for the long-range AWD configuration. Power reaches the wheels through single-speed reduction gearing. These are manufacturer specifications, not results measured in our video.

GT-Line is therefore not the necessary upgrade simply to obtain AWD or the larger battery. Compare Land without a package first, then ask which cabin and convenience features justify moving higher. That approach separates the essentials from the appealing extras.

Range and charging

Kia’s 2025 Canadian fleet guide gives GT-Line a 435-km rated range, versus 451 km for Land/Premium, 489 km for Wind RWD and 370 km for Light RWD. GT-Line is not the longest-range EV9. Its 435-km figure is 16 km below Premium and 54 km below Wind; those differences compare standardized ratings, not guaranteed distances between stops.

The model-year brochure lists a 10–80% DC charging time of 24 minutes for the large battery using a suitable 350-kW charger, and 10–100% AC charging in 8 hours 45 minutes at 11 kW. These are different charging windows. Temperature, battery condition and charger output affect the result; a 350-kW charger label is not a claim that the vehicle continuously accepts 350 kW.

For ownership, think about the charging routine before focusing on the fastest advertised stop. Where will the vehicle plug in overnight? What charging options are on your regular longer routes? A home charging assessment and a realistic route plan are more useful than treating the full rated range as a reserve-free travel budget.

Towing and cargo

Kia’s 2025 Canadian material rates AWD versions for up to 5,000 lb of towing when properly equipped, compared with 2,000 lb for RWD. Confirm the installed towing equipment and the limits in the vehicle’s manual and labels. The maximum is not permission to disregard passengers, luggage, trailer tongue weight or other loading constraints.

The brochure lists 573 litres behind the third row, 1,233 behind the second and 2,314 behind the first with the relevant rear seats folded. Those are different seating configurations, not storage spaces available simultaneously.

If you regularly travel with all seats occupied, assess the smallest cargo figure rather than the headline maximum. Bring your usual stroller, mobility equipment or luggage when checking the vehicle. A useful family layout is the one that accommodates your actual passengers and bags together.

Interior and GT-Line equipment

Premium already supplies captain’s chairs, heated and ventilated second-row seating and a 14-speaker Meridian system. GT-Line adds 21-inch wheels, rear self-leveling suspension, a head-up display, powered third-row folding and second-row leg rests. These package differences are set out in the Canadian brochure, rather than assumed from U.S. trim names.

That makes Premium the important comparison, not only the entry-level EV9. If you want the upgraded seating layout and audio but would rarely use the extra powered functions, Premium deserves a close look. If passengers will use the leg rests and you value the additional display and seat controls, GT-Line has a clearer purpose.

Before choosing either six-seat package, check access to the third row with the child seats or passenger arrangement you actually use. A more elaborate second row is not automatically the better layout for every family. Seven-seat buyers should not assume the top package preserves the bench.

Technology and safety

The EV9 combines digital instruments, a central multimedia display and separate climate-display space. Driver-assistance features are intended to support an attentive driver, not replace one. When comparing vehicles, verify the functions enabled on that specific example, including any downloadable features or connected-service requirements, rather than treating an app menu as proof of a permanent entitlement.

For a used or remaining-stock 2025 vehicle, ask for a demonstration of the cameras, parking functions, phone integration and connected account setup before completing a purchase. This also helps distinguish equipment that is physically fitted from services that depend on activation or a subscription.

Canadian trim comparison and historical pricing

The table shows Canadian dealer-listed 2025 MSRP references checked October 28, 2026, before freight/PDI, fees, tax, licence charges, paint and incentives. These are model-year reference amounts, not current stock promises or guaranteed transaction prices. They are not U.S. dollar figures.

Canadian configuration	Reference MSRP (CAD)	What changes
Light RWD	$59,995	Entry price; smaller 76.1-kWh battery, seven seats.
Wind RWD	$62,995	+$3,000 over Light; 99.8-kWh battery and longer rated range.
Land AWD	$64,995	+$2,000 over Wind; dual-motor all-wheel drive.
Land AWD + Plus	$69,995	+$5,000 over Land; 20-inch wheels and dual sunroof.
Land AWD + Premium	$74,995	+$5,000 over Plus; six seats, upgraded second-row comfort and audio.
Land AWD + GT-Line	$78,995	+$4,000 over Premium; additional GT-Line equipment described above.

Price references come from Smiths Falls Kia’s model-year listings: Light, Wind, Land, Plus, Premium and GT-Line. These amounts are retained in indexed 2025 listings; live dealer links may now redirect to a newer model year.

GT-Line is $14,000 above plain Land in this ladder, but only $4,000 above Premium. Which comparison matters depends on what you were already planning to buy. Obtain a matching all-in quote for each candidate; differing fee treatments or incentives can obscure the equipment premium.

Which version makes the most sense?

Wind is the configuration to investigate when rated range is your first priority and rear-wheel drive suits your needs. Plain Land is the starting point for AWD without the higher-package spending. Premium and GT-Line make more sense when the six-seat arrangement and added passenger amenities are part of the reason you want the EV9.

GT-Line’s strongest argument is its equipment combination, not a claim that it wins every comparison. Our video can help you examine the layout and controls; the Canadian specification and price differences help decide whether those additions deserve a place in your budget.

Frequently asked questions

Is GT-Line a separate Canadian trim?
For 2025 it is a package on Land AWD. Use Canadian model-year documents when comparing it.

Does the top package have the longest range?
No. The Canadian rated figures place Wind RWD above GT-Line for distance per charge.

Does Premium already have six seats?
Yes. You do not have to choose GT-Line simply to obtain the captain’s-chair layout.