Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs VinFast VF 9 Eco

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General Info

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 VinFast VF 9 Eco (2024-…), which starts at $69800.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Kia EV9 Long Range AWD VinFast VF 9 Eco
Years of Production 2023-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture South Korea, USA Vietnam
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price USA (New) $63900 $69800
Price USA (Used) $43995 - Price USA (Used)
GCC Score 7.3 6.7

Range and Efficiency

While the VinFast VF 9 Eco (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…).

Property Kia EV9 Long Range AWD VinFast VF 9 Eco
Range (EPA) 280 mi 330 mi
Range (WLTP) 318 mi 369 mi
Range (GCC) 273 mi 314 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 99.8 kWh 128 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 96 kWh 123 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 35.2 kWh/100 mi 39.2 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 2.84 mi/kWh 2.55 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.1 6.2

Charging

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the VinFast VF 9 Eco (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 210 kW, while the VinFast VF 9 Eco (2024-…) maxes out at 160 kW.

The VinFast VF 9 Eco (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.

Property Kia EV9 Long Range AWD VinFast VF 9 Eco
Max Charging Power (AC) 10.9 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 210 kW 160 kW
Architecture 800 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1Tesla (NACS) CCS Type 1
Charging Score 7.9 7.2

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the VinFast VF 9 Eco (2024-…) has more power, the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property Kia EV9 Long Range AWD VinFast VF 9 Eco
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 283 kW 300 kW
Motor Power (hp) 380 hp 402 hp
Motor Torque 443 lb-ft 457 lb-ft
0-60 mph 5.7 s 6.3 s
Top Speed 124 mph 124 mph
Performance Score 5.4 5.4

Dimensions

The VinFast VF 9 Eco (2024-…) has a longer body, while the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Kia EV9 Long Range AWD VinFast VF 9 Eco
Length 197.2 in 201.5 in
Width (with Mirrors) 90.6 in 88 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 77.9 in 78.8 in
Height 69.1 in 66.7 in
Wheelbase 122 in 123.9 in

Cargo and Towing

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.

The VinFast VF 9 Eco (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…).

Property Kia EV9 Long Range AWD VinFast VF 9 Eco
Number of Seats 6, 7 7
Curb Weight 5688 lb 6418 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 20.2 ft3 7.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 84.5 ft3 32.7 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1.8 ft3 2.6 ft3
Towing Capacity 3500 lb 3968 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 9.1 8
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