Kia Expansion for EV9 Assembly in Georgia

Located in West Point, Georgia, Kia’s manufacturing plant spans a massive 2,200 acres of land and is the sole facility of its kind in the United States. With such a large area covered, one can expect that this location is tasked with pivotal responsibilities for the brand. That is such the case, as 340,000 automobiles are built there. Diligent employees work to assemble these automobiles around the clock, as the plant is in operation 24 hours per day and runs on a three shift basis. Currently, they are responsible for building the Telluride, Sorento, and the K5 Kia models. This roster of four vehicles will soon expand to five, as the Kia EV9 is slated to begin production there within the near future. The expansion is projected to begin in the second quarter of 2024, with expenses totaling over 200 million dollars.

The assembly of the 2024 Kia EV9 taking place in the United States is beneficial for a few reasons. First and foremost, it provides an economical advantage, as this expansion will bring forth over 200 jobs to bolster Georgia’s employment sector. Another advantage to having this ride built locally is that it will be far easier for consumers and mechanics alike to access parts and other miscellaneous equipment, rather than undergoing the process of overseas shipping and handling. Also, the EV9’s manufacturing process being relegated to the United States makes for reduced environmental waste, as the diminished transit logistics cut down on pollution. Finally, the reduced shipment times also lead to more savings for the brand overall. This is also true for other Kia models that were made here as well.

Once the Kia EV9 does release, you can expect it to be a force to reckoned with once you cruise around in it throughout New Port Richey. Its all electric motor will provide instantaneous torque and power at your command, giving way to a thrilling driving experience that will be memorable with each and every drive. For those who feel up to taking the reins of peak performance, there is an available powertrain that belts out a breathtaking 327 horsepower and 516 lb.-ft. of torque. It is also capable of exhilerating pep, as it can go 0 to 60 MPH in an earth-shattering five seconds1. Once you’ve finished your excursions for the day, you can take solace in the fact that you can get this vehicle completely juiced up in a matter of no time, courtesy of the lightning-quick 800V DC fast charging2 compatibility. Though the Kia EV9 is still unreleased at this time, we encourage you to drop by our location to view our vast inventory of other rides!