Compare performance (508 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (54200 £ vs 55700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Cadillac OPTIQ?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia EV9 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 54200 £ , while the Cadillac OPTIQ costs 55700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1552 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV9: with 19.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Cadillac OPTIQ with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.40 kWh.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 performs evident better – achieving up to 563 km, about 138 km more than the Cadillac OPTIQ.
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 has a convincingly edge – offering 508 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Cadillac OPTIQ takes 6.30 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV9 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Cadillac OPTIQ tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV9 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 740 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 260 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, Cadillac OPTIQ is hardly perceptible lighter – 2376 kg compared to 2392 kg. The difference is around 16 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers evident more room – 443 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 performs decisively better – up to 2393 L, which is about 1053 L more than the Cadillac OPTIQ.
When it comes to payload, Kia EV9 a bit takes the win – 615 kg compared to 524 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe Cadillac Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.
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Price
54200 - 78000 £
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Price
55700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.90 kWh
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Electric Range
425 km
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Battery Capacity
99.80 kWh
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Battery Capacity
75 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
6 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2392 - 2664 kg
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Curb weight
2376 kg
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Length
5015 mm
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Length
4820 mm
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Width
1980 mm
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Width
1912 mm
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Height
1780 mm
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Height
1643 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2318 - 2393 L
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Max trunk capacity
1340 L
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Payload
524 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Power HP
304 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.30 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
184 km/h
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Torque
480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Power kW
224 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Cadillac
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The Kia EV9 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.