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Kia EV9 vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Polestar 4?

Kia EV9 vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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Polestar 4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Polestar 4 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,105 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 4 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 57 km more than the Kia EV9.

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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 Polestar 4 offers marginally more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers only slightly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 54 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, Polestar 4 is very slightly lighter – 2,230 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers clearly more boot space – 526 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,393 L, about 857 L more than the Polestar 4.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries clearly more – 615 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 holds a slight edge 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 : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 443 - 563 km
Kia EV9
Polestar 4

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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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Kia EV9
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
5,015 mm
Length
4,840 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
1,780 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Polestar
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