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Kia EV9 vs Kia EV6 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 609 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Kia EV6?

Kia EV9 vs Kia EV6: Key differences

Kia EV9

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Kia EV6

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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • clearly 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.

Kia EV6 is significantly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,600 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV6 is clearly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV6 offers barely more range – reaching up to 582 km, about 19 km more than the Kia EV9.

EV6

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 EV6 offers somewhat more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 delivers only slightly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 30 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, Kia EV6 is markedly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 437 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV6 offers clearly more boot space – 490 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries clearly more – 615 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV6 is far ahead 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.

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EV6

Kia EV6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 609 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 428 - 582 km
Kia EV9
Kia EV6

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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Kia EV6

The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.

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Kia EV9
Kia EV6

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
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
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
428 - 582 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
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
440 - 450 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
125 - 448 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
Kia
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