Volvo EX90 Single Motor vs Kia EV9 Long Range AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 5.3 s Runner-up: 7.2 s
Range winner Volvo EX90 Single Motor 580 km Runner-up: 490 km
Power winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 384 hp Runner-up: 279 hp
Cargo winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 828 L Runner-up: 655 L
Price winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD $57,200 Runner-up: $76,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor 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

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 7.2 seconds for 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed output at 384 hp; 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor is rated at 279 hp, a difference of 105 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD at 600 Nm and 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor at 490 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

2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor carries the longer listed range at 580 km, against 490 km for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor has the lower recorded consumption at 18.4 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

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 828 litres versus 655 litres, a difference of 173 litres. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor is listed at 2,200 kg. 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor is 27 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 $76,900 for 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor. 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 Volvo EX90 Single Motor2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h7.2 s5.3 s
Top Speed180 km/h185 km/h
Power279 hp384 hp
Torque490 Nm600 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range580 km490 km
Battery107 kWh99.8 kWh
Efficiency18.4 kWh/100km19.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging250 kW258 kW
Size & Capacity
Length5,037 mm5,010 mm
Ground Clearance186 mm178 mm
Cargo655 L828 L
Curb Weight2,680 kg2,614 kg
Towing2,200 kg2,500 kg
Seats77
Turning Circle12.4 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP$76,900$57,200

Volvo EX90 Single Motor vs Kia EV9 Long Range AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 7.2 seconds for 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

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 Volvo EX90 Single Motor or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has more power at 384 hp, a 105 hp advantage over 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor.

Which has more range, the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor has the longer listed range at 580 km (360 miles), versus 490 km (304 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor has the larger listed battery at 107.0 kWh, compared with 99.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has more listed cargo space at 828 litres (29.2 cu ft), versus 655 litres (23.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor 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 2,200 kg (4,850 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor is heavier at 2,680 kg (5,908 lb), while 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is listed at 2,614 kg (5,763 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor 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 $76,900 USD for 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Volvo EX90 Single Motor or the 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. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.