ElectricalMedium
Infotainment and driver-assist software glitches
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Confirm the software version and test all cameras and sensors
2025 Kia EV9 problems
A 2025 Kia EV9 is now a year old, so an average example has covered around 13,500 miles. A mid-run car · most launch faults had been addressed by this point, and wear items are the main risk at this age. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2025 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
Quick answer
The 2025 Kia EV9 is a year old, so an average example has covered roughly 13,500 miles. At that mileage most documented faults are still ahead of it, so servicing evidence matters more than wear. A further 3 typically appear later in the car's life.
Faults that appear at any mileage
Age, electronics and build-related issues that are not mileage-driven.
BodyworkLow
Large body attracting car park damage on doors and corners
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Inspect door edges, corners and rims
Faults still ahead of this car
Typically appear later than this year's average mileage · worth budgeting for rather than inspecting.
ChargingHigh
ICCU faults affecting charging and 12V supply, addressed by recall updates
- Typically appears
- 20,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Check the DVSA recall service and confirm the update was applied
BatteryHigh
State of health on rapid-charged, high-mileage cars
- Typically appears
- 30,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Run a battery health report and compare with the original usable capacity
SuspensionMedium
Very heavy vehicle wearing tyres and bushes early
- Typically appears
- 30,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Check tyre inner edges and listen for front-end knocks
Inspecting a 2025 Kia EV9?
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Check this exact carKia EV9 · frequently asked questions
Is the EV9 practical for families?
Yes, it is a genuine seven-seater, which is rare among electric SUVs.
What is the running cost warning?
Tyres are large and expensive, and the weight wears them quickly.
What warranty applies?
Kia's seven-year warranty transfers to subsequent owners; confirm the mileage cap by VIN.
Does depreciation hurt?
Yes, large EVs have fallen sharply, so buy on current trade values.