Compare performance (508 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or SERES 5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia EV9 is marginally cheaper – starting at 54,600 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,114 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the SERES 5 is marginally more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 133 km more than the SERES 5.
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 SERES 5 offers somewhat more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 508 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Kia EV9 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers markedly more torque with 940 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
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, SERES 5 is barely lighter – 2,360 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SERES 5 offers very slightly more boot space – 367 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries noticeably more – 615 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.
The Kia EV9 is narrowly 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.
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 Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
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Price
55,700 £
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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/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Electric Range
430 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Curb weight
2,360 kg
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,980 mm
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Width
1,930 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Payload
375 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Power HP
585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Torque
940 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
430 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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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
SERES
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