Compare Kia EV9 vs Rivian R2 vs Cadillac Optiq vs Mercedes-Benz EQB
Quick Take
Kia EV9 tows the most, while Rivian R2 wins on price.
Kia EV9
2025 • SUV
Best for Towing
- 5,000 lb towing capacity
- Up to 379 hp
- Up to 516 lb-ft of torque
- RWD drivetrain
Rivian R2
2026 • SUV
Best Value
- Starts at $44,990
- About $130 per mile of range
- Up to 345 mi EPA-rated range
Price
$54,900 - $73,900
$44,990 - $57,990
$52,695 - $69,295
$53,050 - $60,850
Range
230-304 miles
275-345 miles
278-317 miles
205-250 miles
Horsepower
201-379 hp
350-656 hp
315-519 hp
188-288 hp
0-60 mph
4.5-8.8 sec
3.6-5.9 sec
3.5-5.5 sec
5.8-8.5 sec
Battery Size
76.1-99.8 kWh
87.9 kWh
85 kWh
70.5 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
RWD
AWD
Seats
7
5
5
7
Top Speed
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Towing Capacity
5000 lbs
3500-4400 lbs
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
29 min (10-80%)
Unknown
Unknown
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Length
197.4"
185.9"
189.8"
184.4"
Width
77.9"
78.1"
75.3"
72.2"
Height
70.1"
66.9"
64.3"
65.6"
Cargo Capacity
Unknown
90.1 cu ft
Unknown
Unknown
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