The 2026 Kia EV9 Is Built for Camping Season

Camping season in Quebec means loading coolers, bikes, and maybe a small trailer before the drive to a favourite site. An electric SUV needs to carry that load and still get you there without a charging headache.

The 2026 Kia EV9 is a three-row electric SUV built around exactly that kind of trip. Its cargo layout, towing numbers, and range figures change depending on which powertrain sits under the floor, and that matters once a weekend becomes a full camping loadout.

Why Towing and Cargo Space Matter for a Camping Trip

A family camping trip rarely fits in a trunk. Tents, coolers, bikes, and sometimes a utility trailer or small boat all need to travel together, and an EV’s rated towing capacity determines what can safely come along.

The EV9 spans a wide range here. Depending on trim, its towing capacity runs from 2,000 lbs (907 kg) up to 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg) when properly equipped, and cargo space reaches 2,314 litres with the rear seats folded flat.

Cargo Space and Seating for Gear, Passengers, or Both

How the EV9’s rear seats fold changes what fits. The second row is a 60:40 folding bench, while the third row folds 50:50, so you can carry four passengers and still slide in long items like folded chairs or a paddleboard.

The smart power liftgate opens on its own, which helps when your arms are already full of gear. Seating capacity also splits by trim: Light RWD and Wind RWD seat seven, while Land AWD seats six with a 2nd-row captain’s chair layout that trades one seating position for wider access to the third row.

Towing Capacity by Powertrain

Not every EV9 tows the same amount, and the split lines up with drivetrain. Light RWD and Wind RWD are rated to 2,000 lbs (907 kg), enough for a bike-hauling utility trailer or a small gear carrier. Land AWD and GT are rated to 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg), which opens the door to a pop-up camper or small boat trailer.

Light RWD also comes with trailer package pre-wiring built in, so hitching up a small trailer doesn’t start with a trip to an electrician.

Range and Charging for a Road Trip Across the Province

Range varies by battery and drivetrain, and that’s worth matching to how far your camping spot actually is. Light RWD covers 370 km on its 76.1 kWh battery. Wind RWD, with the larger 99.8 kWh pack, stretches to 491 km. Land AWD lands at 455 km, GT-Line AWD at 451 km, and GT, tuned for power over efficiency, at 418 km.

Charging plans differ for home versus the road. Level 2 home charging takes about 6 hours 45 minutes for the 76.1 kWh battery and about 8 hours 45 minutes for the 99.8 kWh battery, which suits an overnight top-up before a departure. On the road, a 350 kW DC fast charger takes the battery from 10 to 80 percent in as little as 20 minutes on Light RWD or 24 minutes on the larger-battery trims.

The EV9 now uses an NACS charging port, which widens access to fast-charging stations across the province and beyond, an important detail when a camping route runs through areas without a dense charging network.

Comfort Features for the Long Drive

A loaded SUV and a long highway stretch call for a comfortable cabin. The EV9 includes heated and ventilated front seats, tri-zone automatic climate control, and a 12.3-inch instrument cluster paired with a 12.3-inch touchscreen. Reclining second-row relaxation seats and a 12-inch head-up display are available on higher trims, useful for anyone splitting driving duty on a longer haul.

Which EV9 Setup Fits Your Camping Trip

The four powertrains split into clear roles. Light RWD is the efficiency-focused choice for daily driving and lighter weekend loads, with a 370 km range and a 2,000 lb (907 kg) tow rating that covers bikes and small trailers. Wind RWD keeps that same towing figure but adds the longest range in the lineup, a fit for families who drive farther between charges.

Land AWD is the capability pick: dual-motor AWD, terrain drive modes, and the 5,000 lb (2,267 kg) tow rating needed for a camper or small boat. GT keeps that same towing number but adds 502 hp and a 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time, for buyers who want performance alongside the utility.

Whichever trim you choose, the battery comes with an 8-year/150,000 km warranty, alongside a 5-year/100,000 km warranty on the basic vehicle and powertrain. For a vehicle that might spend several summers hauling gear to the same campground, that coverage backs up the investment through Quebec’s full range of seasons.

Plan Your Next Camping Trip in the EV9

The 2026 Kia EV9 pairs a flexible cargo layout with towing ratings up to 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg) and a range lineup that stretches to 491 km, giving Quebec families a three-row electric SUV built for gear-heavy trips.

Visit Spinelli Kia in Pierrefonds-Roxboro to see the EV9’s cargo and towing setup in person and find the trim that matches your camping plans.

To learn more about the 2026 Kia EV9, visit Kia.ca