Global EV Comparison: Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD
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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 €76490, compared to the Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…), which starts at €79000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea, USA | South Korea, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €76490 | €79000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €69990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.3 | 7.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…).
| Property | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 455 km | 501 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 512 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 441 km | 493 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 99.8 kWh | 110.3 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.8 kWh/100 km | 21.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.59 km/kWh | 4.65 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 350 kW, while the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) maxes out at 210 kW.
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) 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 10.5 kW.
| Property | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 210 kW | 350 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 8.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 283 kW | 315 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 380 hp | 422 hp |
| Motor Torque | 600 Nm | 700 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 5.2 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.4 | 5.8 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) and Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5010 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2300 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Height | 1755 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 3130 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD (2025-…) 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 2500 kg).
| Property | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 9 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6, 7 | 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2664 kg | 2744 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 333 l | 338 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2393 l | 2435 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 52 l | 52 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 9 | 9.2 |
