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Genesis G90 vs Kia EV9 comparison

Compare performance (415 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (96,200 £ vs 54,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G90 or Kia EV9?

Genesis G90 vs Kia EV9: Key differences

Genesis G90

  • marginally lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Kia EV9

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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G90

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia EV9 is significantly cheaper – starting at 54,600 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,563 £.

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 moderately more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 415 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Genesis G90 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers clearly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 549 Nm. That’s about 191 Nm more.

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 more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G90 is marginally lighter – 2,260 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 132 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G90 offers only slightly more boot space – 368 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries somewhat more – 615 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 is clearly superior overall 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
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The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Genesis G90
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Costs and Consumption
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
248 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
73 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
368 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Length
-
Width
1,930 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 505 kg
Payload
542 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
415 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
549 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
305 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Kia
Is the Genesis G90 offered with different drivetrains?

The Genesis G90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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