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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
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Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
600 - 701 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
0 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
SUV
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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
2,525 - 2,655 kg
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,970 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
505 - 575 kg
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
408 - 659 HP
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 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
700 - 1,015 Nm
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
300 - 485 kW
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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