Compare performance (508 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (53100 £ vs 37300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Nissan Ariya?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Nissan Ariya has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 53100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15857 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Nissan Ariya: with 17.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Kia EV9 with 19.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 563 km, about 32 km more than the Nissan Ariya.
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 has a slightly edge – offering 508 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV9 pulls to a small extent stronger with 740 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.
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 noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Nissan Ariya is distinct lighter – 1980 kg compared to 2392 kg. The difference is around 412 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers distinct more room – 468 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 performs clearly better – up to 2393 L, which is about 1043 L more than the Nissan Ariya.
When it comes to payload, Kia EV9 clearly perceptible takes the win – 615 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.
Overall, the Kia EV9 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
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Price
53100 - 78000 £
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Price
37300 - 54800 £
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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
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Electric Range
402 - 531 km
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Battery Capacity
76.1 - 99.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
63 - 87 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
SUV
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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
2392 - 2664 kg
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Curb weight
1980 - 2277 kg
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
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Length
5010 - 5015 mm
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Length
4595 mm
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Width
1980 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1755 - 1780 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2318 - 2393 L
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Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Payload
363 - 420 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Power HP
218 - 435 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
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Max Speed
185 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Torque
300 - 600 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
160 - 320 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2025
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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
Nissan
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The Kia EV9 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.