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Kia EV9 vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Volvo EC40?

Kia EV9 vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • a bit more power
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Volvo EC40

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  • a bit cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Volvo EC40 is a bit cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,057 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is clearly more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 22 km more than the Kia EV9.

EC40

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 a bit more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.6 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers very slightly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 70 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, Volvo EC40 is slightly lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 327 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers moderately more boot space – 404 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries markedly more – 615 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
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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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The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV9 have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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