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Kia EV9 vs Land Rover Discovery - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (508 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (53100 £ vs 67400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Land Rover Discovery?

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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Land Rover Discovery

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 53100 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14237 £.

Discovery

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 508 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 158 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 Land Rover Discovery takes 6.30 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery performs barely noticeable better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Kia EV9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV9 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 740 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, Land Rover Discovery is hardly perceptible lighter – 2391 kg compared to 2392 kg. The difference is around 1 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers decisively more room – 986 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 653 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 performs slightly better – up to 2393 L, which is about 332 L more than the Land Rover Discovery.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery evident takes the win – 803 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Land Rover Discovery

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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

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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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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Kia EV9
Land Rover Discovery

Costs and Consumption

Price
53100 - 78000 £
Price
67400 - 96900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
76.1 - 99.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
221 - 224 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
89 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2392 - 2664 kg
Curb weight
2391 - 2442 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
5010 - 5015 mm
Length
4956 mm
Width
1980 mm
Width
2073 mm
Height
1755 - 1780 mm
Height
1846 mm
Max trunk capacity
2318 - 2393 L
Max trunk capacity
1997 - 2061 L
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
185 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
194 - 209 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2997 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Land Rover
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.