Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 5.3 s Runner-up: 6.4 s
Range winner Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD 602 km Runner-up: 490 km
Power winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 384 hp Runner-up: 286 hp
Cargo winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 828 L Runner-up: 450 L
Price winner Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD $49,995 Runner-up: $57,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD against the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 6.4 seconds for 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed output at 384 hp; 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD is rated at 286 hp, a difference of 98 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD at 600 Nm and 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD at 545 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD carries the longer listed range at 602 km, against 490 km for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the lower recorded consumption at 13.6 kWh/100km; 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is listed at 19.2 kWh/100km. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 258 kW, compared with 185 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 828 litres versus 450 litres, a difference of 378 litres. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD is listed at 1,000 kg. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is 542 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the lower listed starting price at $49,995, compared with $57,200 for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Kia EV9 Long Range AWD2026 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.3 s6.4 s
Top Speed185 km/h180 km/h
Power384 hp286 hp
Torque600 Nm545 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range490 km602 km
Battery99.8 kWh82 kWh
Efficiency19.2 kWh/100km13.6 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging258 kW185 kW
Size & Capacity
Length5,010 mm4,468 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm164 mm
Cargo828 L450 L
Curb Weight2,614 kg2,037 kg
Towing2,500 kg1,000 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle12.4 m10.7 m
Starting MSRP$57,200$49,995

Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 6.4 seconds for 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed top speed at 185 km/h (115 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has more power at 384 hp, a 98 hp advantage over 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD.

Which has more range, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the longer listed range at 602 km (374 miles), versus 490 km (304 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the larger listed battery at 99.8 kWh, compared with 82.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has more listed cargo space at 828 litres (29.2 cu ft), versus 450 litres (15.9 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 1,000 kg (2,205 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is heavier at 2,614 kg (5,763 lb), while 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD is listed at 2,037 kg (4,491 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $49,995 USD, compared with $57,200 USD for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.