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Kia EV9 vs BMW X5 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 77,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or BMW X5?

Kia EV9 vs BMW X5: Key differences

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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BMW X5

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia EV9 is clearly cheaper – starting at 54,600 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,980 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 458 km more than the BMW X5.

X5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 offers moderately more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 117 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 10 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X5 is barely lighter – 2,240 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 152 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers considerably more boot space – 650 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 317 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries slightly more – 705 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

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 £54,600
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
Kia EV9
BMW X5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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Kia EV9
BMW X5

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
77,600 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
105 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
68 - 289 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
565 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
BMW
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