Kia just debuted a ruggedized three-row EV SUV based on a production vehicle and a far-from-production EV adventure van concept at the annual SEMA Show.

Kia’s spacious three-row EV9 got a rugged facelift for SEMA, transforming into a new adventure-themed concept aptly named ADVNTR. Appearing alongside it is the WKNDR concept, based on Kia’s Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) modular concept that was first revealed at CES earlier this year.

Kia showed up to the 2024 SEMA show with a pair of all-electric, off-road-ready concept vehicles that capitalize on the outdoor adventure craze.

And the EV9 is too low to the ground, with tires too slim for trail work. Well, the production version, anyway. This concept is quite different. The company unveiled the Kia EV9 ADVNTR concept at this year's SEMA show,

Kia has introduced five new concepts at SEMA including ones based on the EV9 and PV5. The automaker also showed more realistic builds based on the Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride. The modifications vary by model,

Two concepts take the stage at Kia's booth at SEMA and prompt the possibilities with EVs as they become more common.

Kia is leaning into the off-road lifestyle with a new pair of concept vehicles at this year's SEMA show. The "Advntr" concept is a lifted version of the EV9 electric three-row SUV with a host of upgrades and camping gear. The PV5 "Wkndr" concept is an off ...

Kia gave the PV5 a lift along with off-road tires to create the ultimate family escape vehicle. It has a modular interior that Kia likens to a Swiss Army Knife on wheels. It includes a special “Gear Head” storage system that features an off-board, sheltered storage area for when the vehicle is stationary.

One of the two concepts will look more familiar—the EV9 ADVNTR is based on the popular electric three-row SUV. But the other is the PV5 WKNDR, a rugged off-road camper based on a forthcoming Kia electric van platform.

Days after teasing a major reveal at the 2024 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, Kia has unveiled two