Compare performance (237 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (48,200 £ vs 54,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Kia EV9?
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.
Mercedes V Class is a bit cheaper – starting at 48,200 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,998 £.
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 substantially more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes V Class takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers noticeably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.
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 6.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes V Class is marginally lighter – 2,192 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries markedly more – 908 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 293 kg.
The Kia EV9 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
detailsThe 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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Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
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Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
6
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Length
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Length
5,015 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,780 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Kia
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