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Kia EV9 vs MG MGS9 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or MG MGS9?

Kia EV9 vs MG MGS9: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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MG MGS9

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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG MGS9 is considerably cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,029 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 463 km more than the MG MGS9.

MGS9

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 substantially more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 209 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 MG MGS9 takes 9.6 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers clearly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 350 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MGS9 is a bit lighter – 2,160 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 232 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV9 offers only slightly more boot space – 333 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries marginally more – 615 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 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.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
38,600 - 41,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 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
100 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
54 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
7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
2,160 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
332 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,967 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
557 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
220 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Kia
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV9 have?

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

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