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Kia EV9 vs Toyota Yaris Cross comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 23,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Toyota Yaris Cross?

Kia EV9 vs Toyota Yaris Cross: Key differences

Kia EV9

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

4.2 (17 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly 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:

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.

Toyota Yaris Cross is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,700 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,900 £.

Yaris Cross

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 considerably more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 378 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.7 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

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, Toyota Yaris Cross is clearly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 1,212 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Yaris Cross offers somewhat more boot space – 397 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries moderately more – 615 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 is far ahead 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 £54,600
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
Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris Cross

The Toyota Yaris Cross blends the maneuverability of a small hatch with the higher driving position and practicality of a crossover, wrapped in Toyota's dependable build quality. It suits urban buyers who need easy parking, flexible cargo space and a comfortable, economical daily driver.

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Kia EV9
Toyota Yaris Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
23,700 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 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
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,180 - 1,290 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
485 - 510 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
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
-
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
3
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Toyota
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