In Pictures: Kia patent images hint at production off-road electric SUV based on EV9

The rumored Kia off-roader would follow the trail blazed by rugged electric SUVs now entering the market.

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Patent images suggest Kia's EV9-based off-roader could trade showroom polish for trail-ready bodywork.

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A production version would need genuine off-road hardware to compete in the growing electric adventure segment.

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Kia's concept previewed a lifted, adventure-focused take on the EV9's three-row electric platform.

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Dual-motor power and a 99.8 kWh battery could give the rugged EV9 variant serious capability.

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Even an off-road Kia would likely retain the refined road manners of its EV9 donor vehicle.

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Rivals across the industry are already betting big on electric vehicles built for dirt and rock.

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The EV9 ADVNTR concept signaled Kia's interest in a tougher, trail-ready electric SUV.

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Kia has yet to confirm production plans, but the patent filings point to a serious off-road intent.

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