2025 Jeep Wagoneer S vs 2025 Kia EV9

$65,200 · Crossover

$54,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The big question when cross-shopping these two electric crossovers is balancing accessible luxury and blistering performance against incredible value. The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S starts at a premium, $65,200, but it absolutely rewards that spend with a colossal 500 hp and 524 lb-ft of torque, blowing past the 2025 Kia EV9's 215 hp setup. While the Wagoneer S offers a competitive 294 miles of range, the EV9 is significantly less expensive at $54,900 and, being 4.8 inches longer at 197.2 inches, provides a roomier overall footprint. Conversely, the Jeep is slightly more compact in overall dimensions (192.4 inches long) but still delivers a superior electric driving distance. Ultimately, deciding between the Jeep's performance halo and the Kia's impressive affordability is the main hurdle for shoppers.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Jeep Wagoneer S

The Jeep Wagoneer S provides a significantly better 294-mile electric range compared to the EV9's 230 miles, making daily charging less frequent.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 is the clear winner for families needing space, as its 197.2-inch length and 68.9-inch height create a more substantial interior volume.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Jeep Wagoneer S

With 500 hp and 524 lb-ft of torque, the Wagoneer S offers over double the power output of the 215 hp Kia EV9.

💰 Best Value

2025 Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 undercuts the Wagoneer S on sticker price by a substantial $10,300, offering AWD capability for much less.

Choose the Jeep Wagoneer S if...

You prioritize maximum electric performance, benefiting from 500 hp.
You need the best possible range, as the Jeep delivers 294 miles.
You prefer the slightly more managed footprint, measuring 192.4 inches in length.

Choose the Kia EV9 if...

Budget is critical, given the $10,300 lower starting MSRP of $54,900.
You need maximum passenger/cargo space, provided by its greater exterior dimensions.
You are comfortable with a rear-wheel-drive setup instead of standard AWD.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Wagoneer S	Kia EV9
Length	192.4"	197.2"
Width	74.8"	77.9"
Height	64.8"	68.9"
Wheelbase	113.0"	122.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Engine Immobilizer	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Base Engine Type	electric	electric
Horsepower	500 hp	215 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque	524 lb-ft	258 lb-ft @ 0 rpm

Drive Train

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Transmission Type	1-speed direct drive	1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Fuel Type	electric	electric
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	100/85 MPGe	99/77 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	93 MPGe	88 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	294 mi.	230 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	36	38
Charging Time (240V)	9.9 hr.	11.4 hr.
Battery Capacity	100.5 kWh	76.1 kWh
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE Combo	SAE Combo

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cooled Storage Compartment	✓	—
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Alpine Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	500W	—
Speaker System	9	8
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Jeep	Kia
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Front Head Room	38.0 in.	41.2 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.4 in.	61.6 in.
Front Hip Room	55.4 in.	59.4 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Rear Head Room	37.4 in.	39.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	42.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.6 in.	60.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	54.4 in.	57.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	20 x 8.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	235/50R20	N/A
Wheel Diameter	—	19 in

Suspension

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	—	5 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S and 2025 Kia EV9.

How big is the performance gap between the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S and the 2025 Kia EV9?

The difference is dramatic; the Wagoneer S boasts 500 horsepower and 524 lb-ft of torque, while the standard RWD EV9 offers 215 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, making the Jeep significantly quicker.

Which electric SUV is better for long road trips based on range?

The Jeep Wagoneer S is the better choice for maximizing distance between charging stops, offering an EPA-estimated 294 miles on a single charge compared to the Kia EV9's 230 miles.

Is the higher price of the Wagoneer S reflected in interior volume?

Not exactly; despite the $10,300 higher MSRP, the Kia EV9 is physically larger overall (197.2 inches long vs. 192.4 inches) and taller (68.9 inches vs. 64.8 inches), suggesting potentially more room inside.

Can I get All-Wheel Drive (AWD) on both models?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S comes standard with AWD due to its dual-motor setup, whereas the base 2025 Kia EV9 is listed with Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) only.

How do their cargo capacities compare?

The Jeep Wagoneer S offers slightly more dedicated space behind the seats with 30.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, whereas the Kia EV9 provides 23.4 cubic feet.