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BYD ETP3 vs Kia EV9 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 54,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Kia EV9?

BYD ETP3 vs Kia EV9: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Kia EV9

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BYD ETP3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,971 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 330 km more than the BYD ETP3.

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 Kia EV9 offers considerably more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 372 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers substantially more torque with 740 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 560 Nm more.

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is substantially lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 752 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries noticeably more – 780 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 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 £54,600
EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 443 - 563 km
BYD ETP3
Kia EV9

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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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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BYD ETP3
Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Consumption 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
Electric Range
233 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
-
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
542 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Kia
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