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Kia EV9 vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Kia EV9 vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Corolla Cross

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • noticeably 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Corolla Cross is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,457 £.

Corolla Cross

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 significantly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 328 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 Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is considerably lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 1,012 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers noticeably more boot space – 425 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries barely more – 615 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 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
Toyota Corolla Cross

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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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Toyota Corolla Cross

The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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Kia EV9
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
112 - 120 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
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,825 mm
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
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Toyota
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