Kia EV9vsRivian R1S

Comparing 2026 Light RWD vs 2026 Dual Standard (representative trims)

MetricKia EV9Rivian R1S
Key Stats
MSRP$54,900$76,990
Seats77
EPA Range230 mi258 mi
Horsepower215 hp533 hp
Battery76.1 kWh92.5 kWh
Performance
Torque258 lb-ft610 lb-ft
0–60 mph7.7 sec4.5 sec
Curb Weight5,093 lbs6,515 lbs
Towing2,000 lbs7,700 lbs
Drivetrain & Charging
DrivetrainRWDAWD
Charging TypeNACS (+CCS adpt)NACS
DC Fast Charge235 kW220 kW
DC 10–80%20 min35 min
Onboard AC10.9 kW11.5 kW
L2 10–80%5.3 hrs6.25 hrs
L2 10–100%6.5 hrs8.04 hrs
Dimensions
Length197.2 in200.8 in
Width77.9 in81.8 in
Height68.9 in77.3 in
Ground Clearance7 in8.8 in
3rd Row Legroom30.8 in32.7 in
3rd Row Headroom39.5 in38.6 in
Technology & Features
Self DrivingKia Highway Driving Assist 2 / Lane Following Assist (ADAS)Rivian Autonomy+ capable hardware (availability varies)
Car SoftwareAndroid Auto + Apple CarPlay; ccNC infotainmentNo CarPlay/Android Auto (Rivian UI)
Main Display12.3" display unit w/ nav + 12.3" cluster + 5" HVAC display15.6" center + 12.3" driver (reported)
Audio8-speaker sound system w/ amp (Meridian upgrade on Land/GT-Line)Premium audio (trim dependent)
Cargo & Storage
Frunk1.8 cu ft11.1 cu ft
Behind 3rd Row20.2 cu ft17.7 cu ft
Behind 2nd Row43.5 cu ft46.7 cu ft
Fold FlatYesYes
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