Jeep Recon vs Kia EV9
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia EV9
Overview
| Spec | Jeep ReconMoab | Kia EV9Light |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Moab | Light |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | electric |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jeep ReconMoab | Kia EV9Light |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $65,000 | $54,900 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jeep ReconMoab | Kia EV9Light |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | — | 88 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 230 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | 100 kWh (best) | 76 kWh |
| 240V charge time | — | 8.1 hr (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Jeep ReconMoab | Kia EV9Light |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 650 hp (best) | 215 hp |
| Torque | 620 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jeep ReconMoab | Kia EV9Light |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 68.9 cu ft | 84.9 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,300 lbs (best) | 2,000 lbs |
| Payload | 850 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 6,112 lbs | 5,106 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 9.1 in (best) | 7 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 122 in (best) |
| Length | 193.3 in | 197.2 in (best) |
| Width | 74.8 in | 77.9 in (best) |
| Height | 74.4 in (best) | 68.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jeep ReconMoab | Kia EV9Light |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Jeep Recon | Kia EV9 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moab $65,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Light $54,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Light Long Range $57,900 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Wind $63,900 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Land $68,900 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GT-Line $71,900 MSRP |