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Kia EV9 vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 69,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Volvo XC90?

Kia EV9 vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space

Volvo XC90

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  • slightly lighter

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.

Kia EV9 is visibly cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,600 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 492 km more than the Volvo XC90.

XC90

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 somewhat more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Kia EV9 is very slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers barely more torque with 740 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 31 Nm more.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC90 is slightly lighter – 2,080 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV9 offers marginally more boot space – 333 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,393 L, about 537 L more than the Volvo XC90.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries slightly more – 710 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 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 : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 443 - 563 km
Kia EV9
Volvo XC90

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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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Kia EV9
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
69,800 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
71 km
Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
79 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,297 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Length
5,015 mm
Length
4,953 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
1,780 mm
Height
1,771 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
Max trunk capacity
1,856 L
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
653 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
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