Compare performance (207 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 54,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or Kia EV9?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
SsangYong Torres is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,743 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Torres is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 101 km more than the SsangYong Torres.
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 significantly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 301 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 401 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 5.
In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Torres is considerably lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 894 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers significantly more boot space – 703 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 370 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries somewhat more – 615 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.
The Kia EV9 stands out in the key areas 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.
SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.
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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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Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
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Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
462 km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 207 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
703 L
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Length
4,700 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
1,710 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
552 kg
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 207 HP
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 339 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 - 152 kW
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
Kia
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