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Kia EV9 vs Kia PV5 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 32,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Kia PV5?

Kia EV9 vs Kia PV5: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia PV5

  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • clearly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia PV5 is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,800 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,342 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia PV5 is marginally more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 147 km more than the Kia PV5.

PV5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV9 offers considerably more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 345 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Kia PV5 takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers significantly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia PV5 is markedly lighter – 1,860 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 532 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia PV5 offers clearly more boot space – 1,330 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 997 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia PV5 carries clearly more – 790 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 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 £54,200
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/100km
  • Electric Range : 443 - 563 km
Kia EV9
Kia PV5

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 PV5

The Kia EV5 is an exciting new entrant in the landscape of electric SUVs, promising a blend of style and innovation that captures attention. It boasts a sleek and modern design that aligns with Kia's evolving aesthetic identity, blending practicality with eye-catching details. With its foray into the electric vehicle segment, the EV5 is set to offer a highly competitive option for those looking to embrace sustainable mobility without compromising on comfort or tech features.

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Kia EV9
Kia PV5

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
32,800 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
295 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,860 - 2,145 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
1,330 L
Length
5,015 mm
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,780 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
455 - 790 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
121 - 163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
89 - 120 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Kia
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