Tesla Model 3 Performance 2025 vs Kia EV9 Light 2025

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thumb image Tesla Model 3 Performance 2025 US$ 53,000
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thumb image Kia EV9 Light 2025 US$ 54,900

BASIC INFO

Brand Tesla Kia
Model Model 3 Performance 2025 EV9 Light 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric
Trims Model 3, Long Range, and Performance Light, Wind, Land, and GT-Line
Release Date December 2024 April 2025
Status Available Available
Made In Fremont, California (USA) & Shanghai, China South Korea
Body Type Sedan SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years or 50,000 miles 5 years/60,000 miles
Colors Solid Black, Deep Blue Metallic, Stealth Grey, Ultra Red, and Pearl White Multi coat Standard Colors: Snow White Pearl, Midnight Lake Blue, Pebble Gray Premium Colors: Panthera Metal (matte, extra cost), Ocean Blue (GT-Line exclusive)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Electric Motors Single Electric Motor
Horsepower 510 hp 215 hp
Torque 547 lb-ft 258 lb-ft
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds 0-60 mph in 8.8 seconds
Top Speed 162 mph 115 mph
Range 296 miles 230 mi (Light) / 304 mi (Wind RWD)
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (NCM)
Battery Capacity 75 kWh 76.1 kWh
Power Consumption 26 kWh/100 miles 3.0 mi/kWh (~33 kWh/100 mi)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 120,000 miles 10 years / 100,000 miles (70% capacity retention)
Home Charging Speed 11.5 kW (48A, 44 mi/hr) with Tesla Wall Connector 0→100% in 7 hrs
Supercharging Speed 250 kW max (200 mi in 15 min) 10 to 80% in 24 mins
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 250 kW 235 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour Up to 44 mi/hr 25–30 miles/hour
Charging Time 8 hours (11.5 kW) (DC 10-80%): Around 20-25 minutes
Charging Connector Type Tesla NACS (CCS adapter compatible) CCS1 (North America)
Home Charging Options Tesla Wall Connector (48A, 11.5 kW) - Mobile Connector (32A, 7.7 kW, 30 mi/hr) - NEMA 14-50 (240V, 30 mi/hr) Level 1 (120V, 1.4 kW): Included (portable cable). Level 2 (240V, 11.5 kW): Requires separate hardwired or NEMA 14-50 wall charger (e.g., Kia’s recommended 48A charger).
Onboard Charger Power 11.5 kW max (48A) 10.9 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 185.8 in (4,720 mm) 197.2 in (5,010 mm)
Width 72.8 in (1,849 mm) 77.9 in (1,980 mm)
Height 56.7 in (1,442 mm) 68.9 in (1,750 mm)
Wheelbase 113.2 in (2,875 mm) 122.0 in (3,100 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.5 in (140 mm) 7.5 in (191 mm)
Cargo Space 19.8 cu ft 81.9 cu ft
Curb Weight 4,065 lbs (1,844 kg) 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5 Doors (including liftgate)
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 6 or 7 Seater

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Aero wheels Alloy Wheel
Wheel Size 20-inch 19-inch
Front Tire 235/35 R20 255/60 R19
Rear Tire 275/30 R20 255/60 R19

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Rack-and-pinion (electric power steering) Rack-mounted motor-driven power steering
Transmission Single-speed fixed gear (direct drive) Single-speed automatic
Turning Radius 19.4 ft (5.9 m) 39.4 ft (12.0 m)
Gear Box Single-speed direct drive Direct-drive
Front Suspension Double wishbone MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes 4x USB-C, 12V
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes No
Panoramic Sunroof Yes No
Apple Car Play No Yes
Android Auto No Yes
Touchscreen 15.4-inch 12.3" touchscreen
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes 5.0, multi-device
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 14 Speakers 6-Speaker

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking system (ABS) Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated discs Brake
Rear Brakes Ventilated discs Solid Disc Brake
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags 8 airbags (Front, side, curtain, front-center)
Rear Seat Belt Yes 3-point belts for all seats
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No No
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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