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Kia EV9 vs Mercedes GLC comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 50,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Mercedes GLC?

Kia EV9 vs Mercedes GLC: Key differences

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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Mercedes GLC

4.4 (11 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes GLC is very slightly cheaper – starting at 50,300 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,835 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLC is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers markedly more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 151 km more than the Kia EV9.

GLC

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 Mercedes GLC offers visibly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 172 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes GLC is markedly faster – reaching 275 km/h, while the Kia EV9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers noticeably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 280 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, Mercedes GLC is clearly lighter – 1,910 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 482 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers substantially more boot space – 620 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 287 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 offers visibly more capacity – up to 2,393 L, about 653 L more than the Mercedes GLC.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries only slightly more – 615 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC 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.

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GLC

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km
Kia EV9
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 GLC

The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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Kia EV9
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
50,300 - 126,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 221 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
62 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,910 - 2,535 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
5,015 mm
Length
4,716 - 4,845 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,913 mm
Height
1,780 mm
Height
1,603 - 1,644 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
Max trunk capacity
1,490 - 1,740 L
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 275 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
320 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,991 - 2,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, D, B, E, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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