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SsangYong Torres vs Kia EV9 comparison

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?

SsangYong Torres vs Kia EV9: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
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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

Torres

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

EV9

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 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.

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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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
SsangYong Torres
Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Torres

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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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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SsangYong Torres
Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
4,700 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
552 kg
Payload
542 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Kia
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