Compare performance (508 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Lotus Eletre?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia EV9 is clearly cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,543 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV9 is slightly more efficient: consuming 19.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 7 km more than the Kia EV9.
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 Lotus Eletre offers significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 410 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is visibly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Kia EV9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm more.
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 EV9 is very slightly lighter – 2,392 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 173 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers substantially more boot space – 688 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 355 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 offers visibly more capacity – up to 2,393 L, about 861 L more than the Lotus Eletre.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries visibly more – 615 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.
The Lotus Eletre 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.
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.
detailsThe Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
6 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
5,015 mm
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
1,780 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction 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
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Lotus
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