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Kia EV9 vs VW Golf comparison
Compare performance (508 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or VW Golf?
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.
VW Golf is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,967 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 420 km more than the VW Golf.
Golf
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.6 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
Looking at top speed, the VW Golf is clearly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Kia EV9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.
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, VW Golf is considerably lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 1,085 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Golf offers a bit more boot space – 381 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 offers significantly more capacity – up to 2,393 L, about 1,156 L more than the VW Golf.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries somewhat more – 615 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia EV9 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Kia EV9
Kia EV9
VW Golf
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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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VW Golf
The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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Kia EV9
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
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Price
25,200 - 47,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
6 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
5,015 mm
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Length
4,282 - 4,296 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
1,780 mm
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Height
1,454 - 1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,237 L
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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