Comparing 2026 Light RWD vs 2026 EQS 450+ 4MATIC (representative trims)
| Metric | Kia EV9 | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Key Stats | ||
| MSRP | $54,900 | $89,950 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| EPA Range | 230 mi | 312 mi |
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 355 hp |
| Battery | 76.1 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Performance | ||
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 590 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph | 7.7 sec | 6.2 sec |
| Curb Weight | 5,093 lbs | 6,184 lbs |
| Towing | 2,000 lbs | 3,968 lbs |
| Drivetrain & Charging | ||
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Charging Type | NACS (+CCS adpt) | CCS (+NACS adpt) |
| DC Fast Charge | 235 kW | 200 kW |
| DC 10–80% | 20 min | 31 min |
| Onboard AC | 10.9 kW | 9.6 kW |
| L2 10–80% | 5.3 hrs | 7.9 hrs |
| L2 10–100% | 6.5 hrs | 10.1 hrs |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 197.2 in | 201.8 in |
| Width | 77.9 in | 77.1 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 67.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7 in | 7.1 in |
| 3rd Row Legroom | 30.8 in | 32 in |
| 3rd Row Headroom | 39.5 in | 35.4 in |
| Technology & Features | ||
| Self Driving | Kia Highway Driving Assist 2 / Lane Following Assist (ADAS) | Mercedes Driver Assistance Package |
| Car Software | Android Auto + Apple CarPlay; ccNC infotainment | MBUX with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Main Display | 12.3" display unit w/ nav + 12.3" cluster + 5" HVAC display | 12.8" OLED center display |
| Audio | 8-speaker sound system w/ amp (Meridian upgrade on Land/GT-Line) | Burmester 3D surround sound |
| Cargo & Storage | ||
| Frunk | 1.8 cu ft | — |
| Behind 3rd Row | 20.2 cu ft | 6.8 cu ft |
| Behind 2nd Row | 43.5 cu ft | 28.2 cu ft |
| Fold Flat | Yes | Yes |