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Kia EV9 vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Renault Master Bus?

Kia EV9 vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • substantially more power
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Renault Master Bus

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Master Bus is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,004 £.

Master Bus

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 substantially more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 328 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers significantly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 7.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Master Bus is barely lighter – 2,189 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 203 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries considerably more – 1,254 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 639 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
Kia EV9
Renault Master Bus

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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 Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Kia EV9
Renault Master Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
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Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
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