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Kia EV9 vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Mercedes T Class?

Kia EV9 vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes T Class

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 T Class is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,195 £.

T Class

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 131 HP. That’s roughly 377 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers substantially more torque with 740 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 470 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, Mercedes T Class is substantially lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 836 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries barely more – 630 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 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 : 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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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV9 have?

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

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