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Kia EV9 vs Cadillac OPTIQ comparison

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?

Kia EV9 vs Cadillac OPTIQ: Key differences

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • hardly perceptible cheaper
  • convincingly more power
  • barely noticeable more efficient
  • evident more electric range
  • clearly perceptible quicker from 0–100 km/h

Cadillac OPTIQ

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • hardly perceptible lighter
  • evident more trunk space

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 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.

EV9

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 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.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

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.

Kia EV9
Cadillac OPTIQ

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EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.5 - 22.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 443 - 563 km

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 OPTIQ

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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The 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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Kia EV9
Cadillac OPTIQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
54200 - 78000 £
Price
55700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.90 kWh
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
425 km
Battery Capacity
99.80 kWh
Battery Capacity
75 kWh
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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2392 - 2664 kg
Curb weight
2376 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
5015 mm
Length
4820 mm
Width
1980 mm
Width
1912 mm
Height
1780 mm
Height
1643 mm
Max trunk capacity
2318 - 2393 L
Max trunk capacity
1340 L
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
524 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.30 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
224 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Cadillac
Is the Kia EV9 offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia EV9 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.