Kia's new infotainment software is a huge leap forward. But the EV9 needs better touch points, HVAC controls and route planning to be the undisputed leader.
Kia nailed it with the EV9. It's the family-sized, three-row electric crossover America needed. And with its aggressive lease deals, the EV9 can be more affordable than its gas-powered sibling, the Kia Telluride. It has won plenty of awards: World Car/EV of the Year, North American Utility Vehicle of the Year and a Car and Driver 10Best commendation. The EV9 has also earned plaudits on the design front, taking home Red Dot’s 'Best of the Best' award.
InsideEVs Notice how the HVAC controls are hidden behind the steering wheel. Like the Nissan Ariya, the Kia EV9 features buttons embedded into the top of the dashboard, below the screen. But unlike the Ariya, the buttons aren't haptic. You have to push into the dashboard a bit to activate them. Pressing the dashboard never felt natural, even after a week of driving.
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