Rivian R1S 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
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Spec Score(12 specs)
4
12 specs
Rivian R1S
Best
2
12 specs
Kia EV9
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$94,000
C$61,995
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)
N/A
Battery
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)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
495 kW
283 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
177 km/h
N/A
Acceleration
↓ lower
3.5s (0-100 km/h)
N/A
Seating Capacity
7 seats
6 seats
Dimensions
Length
N/A
5010 mm
Width
N/A
1980 mm
Height
N/A
1755 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
N/A
N/A
Ground Clearance
↑ higher
N/A
199 mm
Features
Spec Score(9 comparable specs)
2
of 9 wins
Rivian R1S
Best Overall
1
of 9 wins
Kia EV9
Comparing:
Rivian R1S (Dual Motor Standard) vs Kia EV9
| Spec name |  EV Rivian R1SDual Motor Standard C$94,000 2026Finance → |  EV Kia EV9 C$61,995 | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value2 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$94,000 | C$61,995 | |
Est. Monthly ↓ lowerEstimated monthly payment — 40% down, 7% p.a., 5-year loan | CAD 1,117/mo | CAD 737/mo | |
⚡Performance4 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 | |
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 & Charging4 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) | ||
📏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 | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | N/A | N/A | |
Ground Clearance ↑ higherLowest point clearance from ground | N/A | 199 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Seating Capacity Maximum number of passengers | 7 seats | 6 seats | |
Available Colors Available exterior color options | N/A | N/A | |