Compare performance (748 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (116100 £ vs 54200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Kia EV9?
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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 54200 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61980 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 563 km, about 483 km more than the BMW XM.
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 XM has a distinct edge – offering 748 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 240 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW XM pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.
In curb weight, Kia EV9 is slightly lighter – 2392 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 303 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW XM offers evident more room – 527 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia EV9 to a small extent takes the win – 615 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Kia EV9 sits 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.
The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.
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
116100 - 159300 £
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Price
54200 - 78000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L
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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
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
99.80 kWh
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co2
105 - 119 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
7
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2695 - 2795 kg
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Curb weight
2392 - 2664 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Length
-
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Length
5015 mm
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Width
2005 mm
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Width
1980 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1780 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
2318 - 2393 L
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Payload
505 - 525 kg
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
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
476 - 748 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
200 km/h
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Torque
700 - 1000 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
350 - 550 kW
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Engine capacity
2998 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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The BMW XM is available as All-Wheel Drive.