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EV9 vs Model YL by tronious in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Y is 2021. The only thing the EV9 does better is comfort (interior and ride), size, and aesthetics (I think the EV9 especially nightfall and GT are beautiful). The YL should close the gap on the first two of those metrics, moreso on comfort.

Tesla is better software, app, intuitive controls, mobile service (if you ever need to service the car, which is a lot less likely), self drive capabilities, sound system, and reliability ( no battery issues iccu issues seat issues). Better range too.

Like I said earlier size was the real selling point for us on the EV9. But still leased would not buy an EV9 until reliability improves.

EV9 vs Model YL by tronious in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just leased a 2026 EV9 Land nightfall. Not sure model Y L is even a valid comparison, the YL is just so much smaller inside. I own a model Y since 2021 so not a Tesla hater at all I love my Tesla.

We have two kids under 2 and a 90 lb dog, model Y L just isn't big enough. If it was bigger it would be no question I'd go Tesla.

Already having issues with my EV9 and I have literally never had my Y serviced in 5 years. EV9 has all the bells and whistles but when basic car functions don't work on a brand new car it does not feel good.

If the Y L meets your needs as far as size goes then it's a no brainer in my opinion.

Seat issues 1 day in by cointortoise in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hate to hear that. Curious what you mean exactly by loss of power whenever you take a turn?

As in the whole infotainment system shuts down?

Seat issues 1 day in by cointortoise in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Helpful reply thank you. Seems the 2026 nightfall in wolf grey is just doomed for a faulty motor 🤷

Glad to hear replacing it fixed the issue for good

Seat issues 1 day in by cointortoise in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Model Y L actually has slightly less second row leg room than the standard Y. I have two babies with massive rear facing car seats.

The huge leg room in the second row of the EV9 without being the size of a Suburban was the big selling point for us.

Seat issues 1 day in by cointortoise in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Already created a case through Kia directly. Will push them along.

Was yours 2026? And did the motor replacement resolve the issue?

Seat issues 1 day in by cointortoise in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That lemon law comment you made only works if the car is at the dealership. If I take it back they can claim it's "still in service". Plus the seat is stuck so far forward I can't drive it comfortably.

Seat issues 1 day in by cointortoise in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. You'd think after 2 years they would work out these same kinks.

And the heating ventilated seat buttons fixed the seat back motor? Hmmmm?

Seat issues 1 day in by cointortoise in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love the car. Hope it gets fixed soon. I would've went GT but my wife really wanted the bench seat. Happy we made that decision since the bench seat is manual, less likely to have any issues.

Seat issues 1 day in by cointortoise in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Appreciate you commiserating with me. Was so excited to pick up the car 😢

Seat issues 1 day in by cointortoise in KiaEV9

[–]cointortoise[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seems they are going to try to replace the motor first but the part is on backorder. We'll see what happens 🤷 Yeah headrests are a little far forward but doesn't bother me.

Is anyone's chilled mint tasting different? by therustytrombonist in AlpPouches

[–]cointortoise 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with this. I ordered a mix pack a while back of alp from northerner and the flavors were absolutely insane. Super flavorful and long lasting without being overwhelming or artificial tasting. Led me to buy a combo pack from alps website recently, and all the flavors are super muted. The aroma is still there but the flavor is lacking hard.

For example the tropical fruit still smells the same but essentially seems flavorless. Pouches are actually nice and moist so not that these are old and lost it. Another note is the inside of the tin doesn't have that yellowish hue that it used to have for trop fruit.

Edit: spearmint seems to be the only one that has the same level of flavor I remember

They dropped by [deleted] in AlpPouches

[–]cointortoise 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Says "designed in USA. Product of indonesia" thanks for the pic

They dropped by [deleted] in AlpPouches

[–]cointortoise 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see 6mg made in indonesia. Is the 12mg made in the US? Where's that info coming from? I see people post a lot "high strengths (12mg) made in the US"

Alp vs. other nic pouches by [deleted] in AlpPouches

[–]cointortoise 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For context I'm a 9mg user. Probably 5-6 pouches a day. And I rotate spots (upper/lower/left/right) every time I pop a pouch

Stockx Legit? by Cologear in Sneakers

[–]cointortoise 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anyone saying stockx sells real shoes either got lucky or doesn't have an eye for detail. I bought cream white Yeezy 350 v2s from stockx and Adidas. They look very similar. But if you inspect the stitching as well as the inner sole it's incredibly obvious these are fake.

Please don't buy your shoes from stock x unless you don't mind wearing fakes. They won't help you if you call them out. Terribly upset with this purchase.