Kia EV9 vs Toyota Corolla
Kia EV9
$71,900
Toyota Corolla
$28,799 – $29,500
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Kia EV9 vs Toyota Corolla. Toyota Corolla offers the strongest value on price. Kia EV9 leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Kia EV9
Best Value
Toyota Corolla
Fuel Economy
Kia EV9
Performance
Kia EV9
Toyota Corolla
4.6/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Kia EV9
$71,900
Rating: 4.9/10
Toyota Corolla
$28,799 – $29,500
Rating: 4.6/10
| Specification |
Kia EV9 |
Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | EV9 | Corolla |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | Ev | — |
| Body Style | SUV | Compact Sedan |
| Current Price | $71,900 | $28,799 – $29,500 |
| MSRP | $71,900 | $29,500 |
| Dealer Price | $70,200 | $28,299 |
| Engine | Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motors | 2.0L Dynamic Force Inline-4 |
| Horsepower | 379 hp | 169 hp |
| Torque | 516 lb-ft (with Boost Mode) | 151 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph | 4.5 sec (0-60 mph) | Approx. 8.1 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 124 mph | Approx. 118 mph |
| Fuel Type | Electric (EV) | Gasoline |
| Mileage / MPG | 82 MPGe Combined / 280 miles Range | 35 MPG combined |
| Range (EV) | 280 miles EPA | N/A |
| Emissions | 0 g/mi (Zero Emissions) | Meets applicable U.S. federal and state standards |
| Battery | 99.8 kWh Lithium-ion | N/A |
| Charging | 800V DC Fast Charge (10-80% in 24 min @ 350 kW) | N/A |
| Expert Rating | 4.9/10 | 4.6/10 |
| Community Reviews | 1240 | 1680 |
| Performance Score | 9.3 | 8.0 |
| Comfort Score | 9.6 | 8.6 |
| Safety Score | Top Safety Pick+ | 9.3 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.4 | 9.2 |
| Technology Score | 9.7 | 8.5 |
| Value Score | 9.2 | 9.1 |
| Pros | Brisk 4.5-second 0-60 mph acceleration with 516 lb-ft Boost Mode torque; Ultra-fast 800V charging system (10-80% in 24 m... | Excellent reliability reputation; Strong fuel economy; Comprehensive standard safety features; Affordable ownership and... |
| Cons | Heavy curb weight at 5,851 lbs; Range of 280 miles is slightly lower than non-AWD or smaller-wheeled trims; At $71,900 M... | Rear-seat space is moderate for tall adults; Performance is adequate but not sporty; Some premium tech requires higher t... |
