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Kia EV9 vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Aston Martin DB12?

Kia EV9 vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space
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Aston Martin DB12

  • markedly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Kia EV9 is substantially cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 138,695 £.

DB12

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 Aston Martin DB12 offers markedly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 172 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers very slightly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

EV9

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DB12 is clearly lighter – 1,788 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 604 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV9 offers visibly more boot space – 333 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 stands 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.

from £54,200
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
Kia EV9
Aston Martin DB12

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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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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Kia EV9
Aston Martin DB12

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Aston Martin
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