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) |
| Lowest listing price | $73,544 | $46,995 (best) |
| Median listing price | $73,544 | $60,465 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $73,544 (best) | $76,975 |
| For sale now | 1 | 47 (best) |
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 (best) | 1 |
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 |
Live inventory
Jeep Recon1 for sale
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Kia EV947 for sale
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Jeep Recon vs Kia EV9 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Jeep Recon or 2026 Kia EV9?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Jeep Recon vs 2026 Kia EV9 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Jeep Recon or 2026 Kia EV9?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia EV9 starts lower at $54,900. Live Jeep Recon listings start at $73,544. Live Kia EV9 listings start at $46,995.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Jeep Recon or 2026 Kia EV9?
- The 2026 Kia EV9 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (54,900).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Jeep Recon or 2026 Kia EV9?
- The 2026 Kia EV9 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (305).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Jeep Recon or 2026 Kia EV9?
- The 2026 Jeep Recon leads on horsepower in this comparison (650).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Jeep Recon or 2026 Kia EV9?
- The 2026 Kia EV9 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Jeep Recon or 2026 Kia EV9?
- The 2026 Kia EV9 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Jeep Recon vs 2026 Kia EV9?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia EV9 (5/5 NHTSA overall).