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Kia EV3 vs Kia EV9

Comparing the 2027 Kia EV3 (from $29,890) with the 2025 Kia EV9 (from $54,900). The EV3 offers 321 miles of range while the EV9 offers 230 miles.

Quick Take

Kia EV3 wins on price, while Kia EV9 hauls the most gear.

Kia EV3

2027SUV

Kia EV3
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Best Value

  • Starts at $29,890
  • About $93 per mile of range
  • Up to 321 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Kia EV9

2025SUV

Kia EV9

Most Cargo Space

  • 81.7 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 7
  • 197.4" long
Price
$29,890 - $45,890
$54,900 - $73,900
Range
221-321 miles
230-304 miles
Horsepower
201-288 hp
201-379 hp
0-60 mph
5.4-7.7 sec
4.5-8.8 sec
Battery Size
58.3-81.4 kWh
76.1-99.8 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
106 mph
115-124 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
5000 lbs
DC Fast Charging
31 min (10-80%)
20 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
7 hrs (0-100%)
Length
169.3"
197.4"
Width
72.8"
77.9"
Height
61.4"
70.1"
Cargo Capacity
26.1 cu ft
81.7 cu ft

Kia EV3 vs Kia EV9: Which Should You Buy?

The Kia EV3 starts at $29,890, undercutting the Kia EV9 ($54,900) by about $25,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Kia EV3 covers up to 321 miles, 17 more than the Kia EV9's maximum of 304. At a DC fast charger, the Kia EV9 goes from 10-80% in about 20 minutes vs 31 for the Kia EV3.

The Kia EV9 seats 7 to the Kia EV3's 5. The Kia EV9 offers 81.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 26.1 for the Kia EV3. The Kia EV3 is also 28 inches shorter than the Kia EV9, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Kia EV3 if you want the most for your money, or the Kia EV9 if cargo space is king.

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