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Kia EV9 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Cadillac Lyriq?

Kia EV9 vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • visibly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia EV9 is visibly cheaper – starting at 54,600 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,551 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV9 is slightly more efficient: consuming 19.5 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac Lyriq. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers barely more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 33 km more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

Lyriq

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 Cadillac Lyriq offers visibly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 138 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is clearly 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 Cadillac Lyriq delivers somewhat more torque with 880 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

EV9

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, Kia EV9 is slightly lighter – 2,392 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 382 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more boot space – 588 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries visibly more – 615 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 189 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq holds a slight edge 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 £71,100
Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 528 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 530 km
Kia EV9
Cadillac Lyriq

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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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Cadillac Lyriq

The Cadillac Lyriq arrives with bold, angular styling and a striking light signature that gives it real presence on the road without trying too hard. Inside, the Lyriq serves up a calm, tech-heavy cabin with premium touches and a relaxed driving experience that makes switching to electric feel less like a sacrifice and more like a quiet flex.

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Kia EV9
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
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
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 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
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Cadillac
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