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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Kia EV9 comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 54,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Kia EV9?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Kia EV9: Key differences
3 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 3 Series Saloon is noticeably cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,220 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 462 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
EV9
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers marginally more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers marginally more torque with 740 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 817 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers markedly more boot space – 480 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries moderately more – 615 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia EV9 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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Kia EV9
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Kia EV9
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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Kia EV9
The Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without compromise.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Kia EV9
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
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Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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