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Kia EV9 vs Lexus RX comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Lexus RX?

Kia EV9 vs Lexus RX: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h

Lexus RX

  • a bit lighter
  • markedly more trunk space

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

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia EV9 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,138 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 496 km more than the Lexus RX.

RX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers noticeably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 189 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: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RX is a bit lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers markedly more boot space – 461 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries very slightly more – 620 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 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.

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
Lexus RX

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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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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Kia EV9
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
75 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
5,015 mm
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,780 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lexus
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