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Kia EV9 vs Land Rover Defender comparison
Compare performance (508 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Land Rover Defender?
Kia EV9 vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences
EV9
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Kia EV9 is barely cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,695 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 515 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
Defender
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 Land Rover Defender offers moderately more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.
EV9
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 7.
In terms of curb weight, Land Rover Defender is marginally lighter – 2,300 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 92 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers substantially more boot space – 786 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 453 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries noticeably more – 819 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 204 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia EV9 leads convincingly 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
Kia EV9
Kia EV9
Land Rover Defender
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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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Land Rover Defender
The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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Kia EV9
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 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
Off-Roader
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Seats
6 - 7
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
5,015 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,980 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
1,780 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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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
Automatic 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
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Land Rover
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