Tesla Model X Long Range vs Kia EV9 Long Range AWD

Comparison winners

5 metrics
0-100 winner Tesla Model X Long Range 3.8 s Runner-up: 5.3 s
Range winner Tesla Model X Long Range 580 km Runner-up: 490 km
Power winner Tesla Model X Long Range 670 hp Runner-up: 384 hp
Cargo winner Tesla Model X Long Range 907 L Runner-up: 828 L
Price winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD $57,200 Runner-up: $79,990

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range against the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 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

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.8 seconds, compared with 5.3 seconds for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the higher listed output at 670 hp; 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is rated at 384 hp, a difference of 286 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range at 840 Nm and 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD at 600 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 Tesla Model X Long Range carries the longer listed range at 580 km, against 490 km for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the lower recorded consumption at 17.2 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 250 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

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 907 litres versus 828 litres, a difference of 79 litres. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range is listed at 2,268 kg. 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range is 47 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

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the lower listed starting price at $57,200, compared with $79,990 for 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range. 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range 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.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Tesla Model X Long Range2025 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h3.8 s5.3 s
Top Speed250 km/h185 km/h
Power670 hp384 hp
Torque840 Nm600 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range580 km490 km
Battery100 kWh99.8 kWh
Efficiency17.2 kWh/100km19.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging250 kW258 kW
Size & Capacity
Length5,057 mm5,010 mm
Ground Clearance163 mm178 mm
Cargo907 L828 L
Curb Weight2,352 kg2,614 kg
Towing2,268 kg2,500 kg
Seats77
Turning Circle12.4 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP$79,990$57,200

Tesla Model X Long Range vs Kia EV9 Long Range AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 3.8 seconds, versus 5.3 seconds for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has more power at 670 hp, a 286 hp advantage over 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD.

Which has more range, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the longer listed range at 580 km (360 miles), versus 490 km (304 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the larger listed battery at 100.0 kWh, compared with 99.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has more listed cargo space at 907 litres (32.0 cu ft), versus 828 litres (29.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 2,268 kg (5,000 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is heavier at 2,614 kg (5,763 lb), while 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range is listed at 2,352 kg (5,185 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $57,200 USD, compared with $79,990 USD for 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range 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.