USA EV Comparison: Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs Polestar 3 Long Range Performance

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) has a starting price of $63900, compared to the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…), which starts at $79400.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…).

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) maxes out at 210 kW.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is limited to 10.9 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…).

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 3500 lb).