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Kia EV9 vs Mercedes EQS comparison
Compare performance (508 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 93,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Mercedes EQS?
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 93,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,738 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS is somewhat more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers visibly more range – reaching up to 816 km, about 253 km more than the Kia EV9.
EQS
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 Mercedes EQS offers only slightly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQS is marginally faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia EV9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers moderately more torque with 858 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 118 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, Kia EV9 is marginally lighter – 2,392 kg compared to 2,545 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more boot space – 610 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 277 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,393 L, about 623 L more than the Mercedes EQS.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries only slightly more – 615 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes EQS is narrowly ahead 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 £93,900
Mercedes EQS
Kia EV9
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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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Mercedes EQS
The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.
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Kia EV9
Mercedes EQS
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
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Price
93,900 - 123,500 £
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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
16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Electric Range
790 - 816 km
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Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
118 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
Hatchback
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Seats
6 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Curb weight
2,545 - 2,655 kg
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Trunk capacity
610 L
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Length
5,015 mm
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Length
5,223 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Width
1,926 mm
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Height
1,780 mm
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Height
1,512 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Payload
550 - 565 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Power HP
360 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Torque
568 - 858 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
265 - 400 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
2,024
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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
Mercedes-Benz
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