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BMW X5 vs Kia EV9 comparison
Compare performance (625 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (77,100 £ vs 54,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Kia EV9?
BMW X5 vs Kia EV9: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
X5
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Kia EV9 is clearly cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,895 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 458 km more than the BMW X5.
EV9
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 offers moderately more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 117 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW X5 is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia EV9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 delivers only slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.
X5
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 X5 is only slightly lighter – 2,240 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 152 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers substantially more boot space – 650 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 317 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 offers markedly more capacity – up to 2,393 L, about 523 L more than the BMW X5.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries moderately more – 705 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 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 X5
Kia EV9
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BMW X5
The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.
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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 X5
Kia EV9
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
77,100 - 143,500 £
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Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 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
105 km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Battery Capacity
25.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Length
4,935 mm
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Length
5,015 mm
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Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
1,755 - 1,765 mm
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Height
1,780 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,720 - 1,870 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
298 - 625 HP
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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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