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Kia EV9 vs Lexus RZ comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 48,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Lexus RZ?

Kia EV9 vs Lexus RZ: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • a bit more power
  • barely more electric range
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Lexus RZ

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  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Lexus RZ is slightly cheaper – starting at 48,900 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers barely more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 4 km more than the Lexus RZ.

RZ

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 a bit more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers noticeably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 202 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, Lexus RZ is a bit lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 397 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries a bit more – 615 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 stands out in the key areas 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 : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 443 - 563 km
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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 RZ

The Lexus RZ brings Lexus' trademark quiet luxury to the electric SUV world, wrapping poised handling and a plush, well-crafted cabin in a calm, composed package. It won't shout about raw figures — instead it trades headline numbers for smooth power delivery, fuss-free tech and an effortless refinement that will suit buyers who want electric convenience without losing the luxury experience.

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Kia EV9
Lexus RZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
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
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
505 - 540 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV9 have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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