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Kia EV9 vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Suzuki Vitara?

Kia EV9 vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Suzuki Vitara is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,591 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Suzuki Vitara is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 137 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

Vitara

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 324 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 433 Nm more.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is considerably lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 1,137 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers somewhat more boot space – 375 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries clearly more – 615 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 is clearly superior overall 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
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Suzuki Vitara

The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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Kia EV9
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 137 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
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Suzuki
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