Compare performance (650 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 54200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Kia EV9?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38500 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15677 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai IONIQ 5: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Kia EV9 with 19.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs minimal better – achieving up to 570 km, about 7 km more than the Kia EV9.
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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a evident edge – offering 650 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Kia EV9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai IONIQ 5 pulls slight stronger with 770 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Kia EV9 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is distinct lighter – 1955 kg compared to 2392 kg. The difference is around 437 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers noticeable more room – 520 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 performs noticeable better – up to 2393 L, which is about 813 L more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.
When it comes to payload, Kia EV9 somewhat takes the win – 615 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
38500 - 64200 £
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Price
54200 - 78000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh
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Electric Range
440 - 570 km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
99.80 kWh
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co2
0 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
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
1955 - 2275 kg
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Curb weight
2392 - 2664 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Length
4655 - 4715 mm
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Length
5015 mm
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Width
1890 - 1940 mm
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Width
1980 mm
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Height
1585 - 1605 mm
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Height
1780 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
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Max trunk capacity
2318 - 2393 L
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Payload
385 - 530 kg
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 650 HP
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 478 kW
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.