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Kia EV9 vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Nissan Qashqai?

Kia EV9 vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Nissan Qashqai is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,557 £.

Qashqai

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 Kia EV9 offers considerably more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 303 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 410 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, Nissan Qashqai is considerably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 972 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers noticeably more boot space – 504 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries moderately more – 615 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Kia EV9
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

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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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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Kia EV9
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 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
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Nissan
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