Global EV Comparison: Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD vs EV6 Long Range RWD

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General Info

While the Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD (2023-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in Europe. The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €30500 on the used car market.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Years of Production 2023-… 2021-2024
Current Status Produced Discontinued
Country of Manufacture South Korea, USA South Korea
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability USA EU, USA
Price Europe (Used) - Price Europe (Used) €30500
GCC Score 6.5 7

Range and Efficiency

Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.

Property Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Range (EPA) 370 km 499 km
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 528 km
Range (GCC) 352 km 459 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 76.1 kWh 77.4 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 74 kWh 74 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 21 kWh/100 km 16.1 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 4.76 km/kWh 6.2 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.2 8.1

Charging

Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 233 kW, while the Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD (2023-…) maxes out at 210 kW.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD (2023-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.

Property Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 10.5 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 210 kW 233 kW
Architecture 800 V 800 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 7.5 7.9

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 160 kW 168 kW
Motor Power (hp) 215 hp 225 hp
Motor Torque 350 Nm 350 Nm
0-100 km/h 8 s 7.3 s
Top Speed 190 km/h 185 km/h
Performance Score 3.9 4

Dimensions

The Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD (2023-…) is longer, wider, and taller.

The Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Length 5010 mm 4680 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2300 mm - Width (with Mirrors)
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1980 mm 1880 mm
Height 1755 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase 3100 mm 2900 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) features a larger trunk, but the Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

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

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD (2023-…).

Property Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Number of Seats 7 5
Curb Weight 2310 kg 1930 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 333 l 520 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 2318 l 1300 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 90 l 52 l
Towing Capacity 900 kg 1600 kg
Cargo and Towing Score 8.7 6.5
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