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Dacia Sandero vs Kia EV9 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Dacia Sandero or Kia EV9 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Sandero has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the Kia EV9 costs 53100 £. That’s a price difference of around 42429 £.

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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 Kia EV9 has a convincingly edge – offering 508 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 398 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 5.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia EV9 performs slightly better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV9 pulls decisively stronger with 740 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 540 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia EV9 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Dacia Sandero is significantly lighter – 1089 kg compared to 2392 kg. The difference is around 1303 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV9 offers barely noticeable more room – 333 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 performs convincingly better – up to 2393 L, which is about 1285 L more than the Dacia Sandero.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV9 evident takes the win – 615 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Dacia Sandero proves to be edges ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Dacia Sandero is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Dacia Sandero

  • Engine Type : Petrol, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 110 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 7.1 L
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Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Kia EV9

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The Kia EV9 represents a bold step forward in the automotive world with its distinctive design and futuristic appeal. This all-electric SUV promises to provide a spacious and comfortable cabin experience, making it ideal for families and long journeys. With its emphasis on sustainability and advanced technology, the EV9 aims to redefine the standards for electric vehicles in its category.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
10700 - 16700 £
Price
53100 - 78000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
76.1 - 99.8 kWh
co2
105 - 140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Curb weight
2392 - 2664 kg
Trunk capacity
328 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Length
5010 - 5015 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1980 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Height
1755 - 1780 mm
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Max trunk capacity
2318 - 2393 L
Payload
404 - 436 kg
Payload
542 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
185 - 220 km/h
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Kia

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What drive types are available for the Dacia Sandero?

The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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