Comparison
Kia EV9 vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Kia EV9 305 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $59,200 vs $38,950
Faster charging Kia EV9 24 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Kia EV9 5.5 vs 4.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Kia EV9
305 mi vs 261 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $194/mi
Charging winner
Kia EV9
24 min vs 26 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 380 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Kia EV9
91.9 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Kia EV9 | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $59,200 | $38,950 |
| Range | 305 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 380 Wh/mi • 2.63 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 98 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 150 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 24 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 82.8 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 113 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 194 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 115 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 12 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,984 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Kia EV9 if you want the longer rated range (305 mi vs 261 mi).
- Choose Kia EV9 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 24 min vs 26 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $194/mi).
Weighted verdict
Kia EV9 has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
Kia EV95.5 Volvo EX34.5 150 kW24 min 153 kW26 min
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