Comparison
Kia EV9 vs Tesla Model Y
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model Y 305 mi vs 320 mi
Best value Kia EV9 $59,200 vs $59,900
Faster charging Kia EV9 24 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model Y 4.5 vs 5.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model Y
320 mi vs 305 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model Y
$187/mi vs $194/mi
Charging winner
Kia EV9
24 min vs 33 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model Y
281 Wh/mi vs 380 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model Y
97.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Kia EV9 | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $59,200 | $59,900 |
| Range | 305 mi | 320 mi |
| Efficiency | 380 Wh/mi • 2.63 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 98 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 150 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 24 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 82.8 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 113 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 194 $/mi | 187 $/mi |
| Top speed | 115 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 12 cu ft | 30 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,984 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model Y if you want the longer rated range (320 mi vs 305 mi).
- Choose Kia EV9 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 24 min vs 33 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model Y looks better ($187/mi vs $194/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
Kia EV94.5 Tesla Model Y5.5 150 kW24 min 331 kW33 min
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