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Kia EV9 vs Volvo EX30

Comparing the 2025 Kia EV9 (from $54,900) with the 2025 Volvo EX30 (from $46,195). The EV9 offers 230 miles of range while the EX30 offers 253 miles.

Quick Take

Kia EV9 tows the most, while Volvo EX30 is quickest off the line.

Kia EV9

2025SUV

Kia EV9

Best for Towing

  • 5,000 lb towing capacity
  • Up to 379 hp
  • Up to 516 lb-ft of torque
  • RWD drivetrain
Volvo EX30

2025SUV

Volvo EX30

Quickest 0-60

  • 0-60 mph in 3.4s
  • 422 hp
  • 112 mph top speed
Price
$54,900 - $73,900
$46,195
Range
230-304 miles
253 miles
Horsepower
201-379 hp
422 hp
0-60 mph
4.5-8.8 sec
3.4 sec
Battery Size
76.1-99.8 kWh
69 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Seats
7
5
Top Speed
115-124 mph
112 mph
Towing Capacity
5000 lbs
2000 lbs
DC Fast Charging
20 min (10-80%)
26.5 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
197.4"
166.7"
Width
77.9"
72.3"
Height
70.1"
61"
Cargo Capacity
81.7 cu ft
12.4 cu ft

Kia EV9 vs Volvo EX30: Which Should You Buy?

The Volvo EX30 starts at $46,195, undercutting the Kia EV9 ($54,900) by about $8,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Kia EV9 covers up to 304 miles, 51 more than the Volvo EX30's 253. At a DC fast charger, the Kia EV9 goes from 10-80% in about 20 minutes vs 26.5 for the Volvo EX30.

The Kia EV9 seats 7 to the Volvo EX30's 5. The Kia EV9 offers 81.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 12.4 for the Volvo EX30. The Volvo EX30 is also 31 inches shorter than the Kia EV9, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Kia EV9 if you tow, or the Volvo EX30 if you want the quickest acceleration.

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