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BMW i4 vs Kia EV9 comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (49,400 £ vs 54,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Kia EV9?

BMW i4 vs Kia EV9: Key differences

BMW i4

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Kia EV9

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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i4

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW i4 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 49,400 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,791 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i4 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i4 offers barely more range – reaching up to 613 km, about 50 km more than the Kia EV9.

EV9

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i4 offers a bit more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i4 delivers only slightly more torque with 795 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.

i4

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW i4 is slightly lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 322 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i4 offers noticeably more boot space – 470 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 137 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries markedly more – 615 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £49,400
i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
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Reviews BMW i4

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Marco
23 Apr 2026, 14:56:19

Amazing car with enormous torque, equipment and driving experience, at an acceptable fuel consumption.

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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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Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption
Price
49,400 - 62,500 £
Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
542 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
Is the BMW i4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i4 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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