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Kia EV9 vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

Kia EV9 vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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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.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,418 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV9 is marginally more efficient: consuming 19.5 kWh/100km compared to 20.5 kWh/100km for the Renault Kangoo Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 279 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

Kangoo Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 386 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 Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 12.3 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 470 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, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is substantially lighter – 1,639 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 753 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries visibly more – 901 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 286 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Kia EV9
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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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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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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Kia EV9
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
279 - 284 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
670 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
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