Comparison
Kia EV9 vs Tesla Model S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 305 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Kia EV9 $59,200 vs $86,630
Faster charging Kia EV9 24 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 3.3 vs 6.7
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 305 mi
Value winner
Kia EV9
$194/mi vs $211/mi
Charging winner
Kia EV9
24 min vs 31 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 380 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Kia EV9 | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Model S |
| MSRP (USD) | $59,200 | $86,630 |
| Range | 305 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 380 Wh/mi • 2.63 mi/kWh | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 98 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| DC max | 150 kW | 250 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 24 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 82.8 | 88.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 113 mi | 120 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 194 $/mi | 211 $/mi |
| Top speed | 115 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 12 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,984 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 305 mi).
- Choose Kia EV9 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 24 min vs 31 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Kia EV9 looks better ($194/mi vs $211/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (6.7 vs 3.3).
Kia EV93.3 Tesla Model S6.7 150 kW24 min 250 kW31 min
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