Comparison
Kia EV9 vs Rivian R1T
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1T 305 mi vs 420 mi
Best value Kia EV9 $59,200 vs $102,190
Faster charging Kia EV9 24 min vs 47 min
Weighted profile Kia EV9 5.7 vs 5.3
Category winners
6 availableRange winner
Rivian R1T
420 mi vs 305 mi
Value winner
Kia EV9
$194/mi vs $243/mi
Charging winner
Kia EV9
24 min vs 47 min
Efficiency winner
Kia EV9
380 Wh/mi vs 388 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1T
167.1 utility index
Performance winner
Rivian R1T
4 s vs 9.1 s
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Kia EV9 | Rivian R1T |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $59,200 | $102,190 |
| Range | 305 mi | 420 mi |
| Efficiency | 380 Wh/mi • 2.63 mi/kWh | 388 Wh/mi • 2.58 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 98 kWh | 143 kWh |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | Truck |
| DC max | 150 kW | 220 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 24 min | 47 min |
| Roadtrip score | 82.8 | 72.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 113 mi | 82 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 194 $/mi | 243 $/mi |
| 0–60 mph | 9.1 s | 4 s |
| Top speed | 115 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 12 cu ft | 62 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,984 lb | 11,023 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1T if you want the longer rated range (420 mi vs 305 mi).
- Choose Kia EV9 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 24 min vs 47 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Kia EV9 looks better ($194/mi vs $243/mi).
Weighted verdict
Kia EV9 has the stronger weighted profile (5.7 vs 5.3).
Kia EV95.7 Rivian R1T5.3 150 kW24 min 220 kW47 min
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