Hyundai Kona Electric vs Kia EV9
Comparing the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric (from $32,975) with the 2025 Kia EV9 (from $54,900). The Kona Electric offers 200 miles of range while the EV9 offers 230 miles.
Quick Take
Hyundai Kona Electric wins on price, while Kia EV9 charges fastest.
2025 • SUV
Best Value
- Starts at $32,975
- About $126 per mile of range
- Up to 261 mi EPA-rated range
- Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
2025 • SUV
Fastest Charger
- 20 min 10-80% DC fast charge
- 235 kW peak charging speed
- Up to 304 mi EPA-rated range
Hyundai Kona Electric vs Kia EV9: Which Should You Buy?
The Hyundai Kona Electric starts at $32,975, undercutting the Kia EV9 ($54,900) by about $22,000.
In its longest-range configuration the Kia EV9 covers up to 304 miles, 43 more than the Hyundai Kona Electric's maximum of 261. At a DC fast charger, the Kia EV9 goes from 10-80% in about 20 minutes vs 43 for the Hyundai Kona Electric.
The Kia EV9 seats 7 to the Hyundai Kona Electric's 5. The Kia EV9 offers 81.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 63.7 for the Hyundai Kona Electric. The Hyundai Kona Electric is also 26 inches shorter than the Kia EV9, which makes it easier to park.
Bottom line: pick the Hyundai Kona Electric if you want the most for your money, or the Kia EV9 if you want the shortest charging stops.
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