Rivian R1S Dual Motor Standard vs Kia EV9 Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Rivian R1S | Kia EV9 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$94,000 | C$61,995 |
| Range (Claimed) | 483 km | 512 km |
| Battery Capacity | 135 kWh | 77.4 kWh |
| Motor Power | 495 kW | 283 kW |
| Top Speed | 177 km/h | N/A |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s | N/A |
| Fast Charging | 25 min (10-80%) | 24 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Boot Space | N/A | 333 L |
| NCAP Safety Rating | N/A | Not Tested star NCAP Rating stars |
| Airbags | N/A | 10 |
Rivian R1S vs Kia EV9: Verdict
The Kia EV9 is the more affordable choice at C$61,995, undercutting the other by about C$32,005. The Kia EV9 travels further on a charge, with a claimed 512 km versus 483 km — roughly 29 km more. The Rivian R1S is the more powerful EV, producing 495 kW to the other's 283 kW.
Choose the Rivian R1S if you want stronger performance (495 kW); pick the Kia EV9 if a lower purchase price (C$61,995) matters more to you.
Rivian R1S vs Kia EV9
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Spec Score(16 specs)
4
16 specs
Rivian R1S
Best
2
16 specs
Kia EV9
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$94,000
C$61,995
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
483 km
512 km
Battery
↑ higher
135 kWh
77.4 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
495 kW
283 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
3.5s (0-100 km/h)s
N/A
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
135 kWh
77.4 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
483 km
512 km
Range Standard
EPA
WLTP
Fast Charging
25 min (10-80%)
24 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
10 hrs (240V)
N/A
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
495 kW
283 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
177 km/h
N/A
Acceleration
↓ lower
3.5s (0-100 km/h)s
N/A
Seating Capacity
7 seats
6 seats
Dimensions
Length
N/A
5010 mm
Width
N/A
1980 mm
Height
N/A
1755 mm
Ground Clearance
↑ higher
N/A
199 mm
Features
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
2
of 11 wins
Rivian R1S
Best Overall
1
of 11 wins
Kia EV9
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Rivian R1S (Dual Motor Standard) vs Kia EV9
| Spec name |  Electric Rivian R1SDual Motor Standard C$94,000 2026EMI → |  Electric Kia EV9 C$61,995 | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$94,000 | C$61,995 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$1,489/mo | C$982/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 495 kW Best | 283 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 135 kWh Best | 77.4 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 1124 Nm | 701 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 177 km/h | N/A | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s | N/A | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 483 km | 512 km Best | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | WLTP | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 25 min (10-80%) | 24 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 10 hrs (240V) | N/A | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | N/A | 5010 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | N/A | 1980 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | N/A | 1755 mm | |
Ground Clearance ↑ higherLowest point clearance from ground | N/A | 199 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Seating Capacity Maximum number of passengers | 7 seats | 6 seats | |