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Kia EV9 vs BYD Atto 2 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or BYD Atto 2?

Kia EV9 vs BYD Atto 2: Key differences

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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BYD Atto 2

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • visibly 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:

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.

BYD Atto 2 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,743 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Atto 2 is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 3.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 133 km more than the BYD Atto 2.

Atto 2

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 Kia EV9 offers significantly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 212 HP. That’s roughly 296 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the BYD Atto 2 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers clearly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Atto 2 is clearly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 882 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 2 offers visibly more boot space – 450 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries noticeably more – 615 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 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
Kia EV9
BYD Atto 2

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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BYD Atto 2

The BYD Atto 2 is a stylish compact electric SUV that blends bold exterior design with a roomy, tech-focused interior, making it well suited to daily driving and urban life. It delivers a comfortable ride and practical features that will appeal to buyers looking for a modern, user-friendly EV.

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Kia EV9
BYD Atto 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
30,800 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
40 - 430 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 72 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
1,510 - 1,720 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 450 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
166 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
122 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
BYD
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