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Volvo XC90 vs Kia EV9 comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (74,300 £ vs 54,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Kia EV9?

Volvo XC90 vs Kia EV9: Key differences

Volvo XC90

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  • slightly lighter
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Kia EV9

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  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

XC90

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia EV9 is markedly cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,143 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 494 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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 markedly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers marginally more torque with 740 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm more.

XC90

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.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries a bit 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 decisively ahead 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 : 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
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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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Reviews Volvo XC90

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Borstel
11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

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
Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
71 - 188 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
600 - 710 kg
Payload
542 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 406 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC90?

The Volvo XC90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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