Kia EV9 vs Volvo XC60
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Volvo XC60
Overview
| Spec | Kia EV9Light | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Light | B5 Core |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia EV9Light | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $54,900 | $49,700 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia EV9Light | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 29 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 88 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 230 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 76 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 8.1 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 18.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia EV9Light | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 247 hp (best) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia EV9Light | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 84.9 cu ft (best) | 63.3 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,106 lbs | 4,137 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7 in | 8.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 122 in (best) | 112.8 in |
| Length | 197.2 in (best) | 185.4 in |
| Width | 77.9 in (best) | — |
| Height | 68.9 in (best) | 65.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia EV9Light | Volvo XC60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 2 | None reported (best) |
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 | Kia EV9 | Volvo XC60 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Light $54,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | B5 Core $49,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Light Long Range $57,900 MSRP | B5 Plus $54,900 MSRP |
| 3 | Wind $63,900 MSRP | B5 Ultra $59,650 MSRP |
| 4 | Land $68,900 MSRP | T8 Plus $66,200 MSRP |
| 5 | GT-Line $71,900 MSRP | T8 Ultra $70,950 MSRP |
| 6 | — | T8 Ultra Black Edition $72,050 MSRP |
Kia EV9 vs Volvo XC60 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Kia EV9 or 2027 Volvo XC60?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Kia EV9 vs 2027 Volvo XC60 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Kia EV9 or 2027 Volvo XC60?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Volvo XC60 starts lower at $49,700.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Kia EV9 or 2027 Volvo XC60?
- The 2027 Volvo XC60 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (49,700).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Kia EV9 or 2027 Volvo XC60?
- The 2027 Volvo XC60 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Kia EV9 or 2027 Volvo XC60?
- The 2026 Kia EV9 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (305).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Kia EV9 or 2027 Volvo XC60?
- The 2027 Volvo XC60 leads on horsepower in this comparison (401).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Kia EV9 or 2027 Volvo XC60?
- The 2026 Kia EV9 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Kia EV9 or 2027 Volvo XC60?
- The 2026 Kia EV9 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Kia EV9 vs 2027 Volvo XC60?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia EV9 (5/5 NHTSA overall).