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BMW iX vs Kia EV9 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 54,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Kia EV9?

BMW iX vs Kia EV9: Key differences

BMW iX

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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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

iX

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.

Kia EV9 is markedly cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,409 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX is marginally more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 138 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 iX offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 151 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers visibly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 275 Nm more.

iX

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, Kia EV9 is marginally lighter – 2,392 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 133 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX offers visibly more boot space – 500 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries barely more – 615 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is decisively ahead 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 £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
BMW iX
Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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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 iX
Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 575 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
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