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Electric vehicles: Kia EV9 (Land AWD) vs. Ford Mustang Mach-E (GT Performance Edition)

Quick Verdict

The Kia EV9 (Land AWD) is a better choice for buyers who need a spacious and comfortable three-row SUV with a focus on passenger comfort and a smooth ride. The Ford Mustang Mach-E (GT Performance Edition) is better suited for those prioritizing performance and sporty handling in an electric vehicle.

Key features – Side-by-Side

AttributeKia EV9 (Land AWD)Ford Mustang Mach-E (GT Performance Edition)
NameKia EV9 (Land AWD)Ford Mustang Mach-E (GT Performance Edition)
Starting MSRP$70,395 (2026 expected), $69,900 (2025)Around $64,900 (2021), $65,995 (2023)
Battery Capacity (kWh)99.888 kWh usable (91 kWh nominal), 98.8 kWh
EPA-estimated Range (miles)280 (some sources indicate 270)260 miles
Horsepower379 (some sources list 343 or 348)480 hp
Torque (lb-ft)443 (some sources list 516)634 lb-ft (up to 700 lb-ft with Performance Upgrade)
DrivetrainDual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD)Dual-motor, all-wheel drive (eAWD)
0-60 mph Acceleration (seconds)Around 5.7 (some reviews cite 4.5 for GT-Line)3.5 seconds (3.3 seconds with Performance Upgrade)
Charging Time (240V, hours)Approximately 8.75 (some sources cite 12.1 to 14.5)Adds 21 miles of range per charging hour
Seating Capacity6 or 7 (Land AWD typically has 6)5
Cargo Space (rear seats up, cu ft)20.229 cu ft
Infotainment Screen Size (inches)12.3 (combined panoramic display)15.5 inches
Warranty (years/miles)5/60,000 bumper-to-bumper, 10/100,000 powertrain and hybrid battery3 years/36,000 miles
ProsComfortable second-row captain's chairs with heating, ventilation, and massaging, Spacious and accessible third row for adults with USB ports and cupholders, Smooth ride quality with minimal lean in curves, Good acceleration, Logically organized infotainment menus with quick responses and attractive graphics, Includes ADAS features like Auto Emergency Braking, Blind-Spot & Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Technology, and Lane Keep AssistQuick acceleration, MagneRide adaptive damping for cornering, Strong braking with effective one-pedal driving, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, Ford Co-Pilot360 ADAS, BlueCruise hands-free driving available
ConsInfotainment system lacks physical knobs, relying on touch-sensitive controls for some functionsRide can be firm, Performance compared to other EVs can vary

Overall Comparison

The Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition boasts a significantly faster 0-60 mph acceleration time of 3.5 seconds compared to the Kia EV9 Land AWD's approximately 5.7 seconds. However, the Kia EV9 offers a longer EPA-estimated range of 280 miles versus the Mach-E's 260 miles and has a substantially longer warranty.

Pros and Cons

Kia EV9 (Land AWD)

Pros:
  • Comfortable second-row captain's chairs with heating, ventilation, and massaging
  • Spacious and accessible third row for adults with USB ports and cupholders
  • Smooth ride quality with minimal lean in curves
  • Good acceleration
  • Logically organized infotainment menus with quick responses and attractive graphics
  • Includes ADAS features like Auto Emergency Braking, Blind-Spot & Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Technology, and Lane Keep Assist
Cons:
  • Infotainment system lacks physical knobs, relying on touch-sensitive controls for some functions

Ford Mustang Mach-E (GT Performance Edition)

Pros:
  • Quick acceleration
  • MagneRide adaptive damping for cornering
  • Strong braking with effective one-pedal driving
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support
  • Ford Co-Pilot360 ADAS
  • BlueCruise hands-free driving available
Cons:
  • Ride can be firm
  • Performance compared to other EVs can vary

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