How much can the 2026 Kia EV9 tow?
The 2026 Kia EV9 tows up to 5,000 lb when properly equipped (GT-Line, Electric 379 hp, AWD). Ratings run from 2,000 lb to 5,000 lb depending on trim, engine and drive; half of the configurations are rated 3,500 lb or more.
Maximum towing
5,000 lb
best-equipped version
Typical rating
3,500 lb
median configuration
What can the EV9 tow?
Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (5,000 lb) and the lowest-rated (2,000 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.
| Trailer | Weight | Best-equipped | Lowest-rated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet ski on a trailer | ~1,000 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Small utility trailer, loaded | ~1,500 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Teardrop camper | ~1,800 lb | Comfortable | Near the limit |
| Pop-up camper | ~3,000 lb | Comfortable | Over the rating |
| Bass boat and trailer | ~3,500 lb | Comfortable | Over the rating |
| Small travel trailer (20 ft) | ~5,000 lb | Near the limit | Over the rating |
Check your own trailer weight against every EV9 configuration
EV9 towing capacity by configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tows | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT-Line | Electric 379 hp | AWD | 5,000 lb | – |
| Land | Electric 379 hp | AWD | 5,000 lb | – |
| Wind | Electric 379 hp | AWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| Light | Electric 215 hp | RWD | 2,000 lb | – |
| Light Long Range | Electric 201 hp | RWD | 2,000 lb | – |
2026 model year, manufacturer ratings. Maximum figures usually need the factory tow package and the right hitch; the trailer's tongue weight, passengers and cargo all count against payload. Always check the label on the door jamb and your owner's manual.
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