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Kia EV9 vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 229 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Kia EV9 vs Hyundai IONIQ 5: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • clearly lighter
  • noticeably 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,263 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 3.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 7 km more than the Kia EV9.

IONIQ 5

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 Kia EV9 offers clearly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 229 HP. That’s roughly 279 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 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 350 Nm. That’s about 390 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, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is clearly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 437 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers noticeably more boot space – 520 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries somewhat more – 615 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 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
Hyundai IONIQ 5

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Kia EV9
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
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
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
515 - 530 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Hyundai
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