2025 Cadillac XT6 vs. 2026 Kia EV9 Review

Picture of the 2025 Cadillac XT6

2025 Cadillac
XT6

MSRP*: $49,195 to $60,695
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Picture of the 2026 Kia EV9

2026 Kia
EV9

MSRP*: $54,900 to $71,900
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MPG - City 18 - 21 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 25 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 78.7 ft3 81.7 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 215-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 379-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 - 310 hp 201 - 379 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 - 4,000 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 198.5 in 197.2 - 197.4 in
Exterior Width 77.3 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.8 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.6 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.8 - 39.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia EV9 than in the Cadillac XT6, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Cadillac XT6 and the Kia EV9.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Cadillac XT6 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia EV9.

Dimensions
The Cadillac XT6 is about the same width as the Kia EV9. When looking at overall length, the Cadillac XT6 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia EV9.

Handling
The Cadillac XT6 has a smaller turning radius than the Kia EV9, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Cadillac XT6, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Kia EV9. The Cadillac XT6 has a little less horsepower than the Kia EV9.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac XT6 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia EV9.

Utility
The Cadillac XT6 has less seating than the Kia EV9, making the Kia EV9 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Cadillac XT6 as you will in the Kia EV9.