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Kia EV9 vs Mitsubishi Space Star comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 11,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Mitsubishi Space Star?

Kia EV9 vs Mitsubishi Space Star: Key differences

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Space Star

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mitsubishi Space Star is significantly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,943 £.

Space Star

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 significantly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 437 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 9.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers substantially more torque with 740 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 638 Nm more.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is considerably lighter – 940 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 1,452 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more boot space – 333 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries visibly more – 615 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 is decisively 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 £54,600
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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Reviews Kia EV9

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Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Reviews Mitsubishi Space Star

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Bernard
19 May 2026, 19:43:01

Mitsubishi is more reliable brand, also the mirage /space star is more Fuel efficient than dacia Sandero

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Costs and Consumption
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 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
112 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Length
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Length
3,845 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Height
-
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
359 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
71 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
102 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
52 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,193 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV9 have?

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

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