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XPeng X9 vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (66,500 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – XPeng X9 or Kia Sportage?

XPeng X9 vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

XPeng X9

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Kia Sportage

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sportage is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the XPeng X9 costs 66,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,380 £.

As for electric range, the XPeng X9 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 615 km, about 549 km more than the Kia Sportage.

Sportage

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the XPeng X9 offers substantially more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 215 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the XPeng X9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the XPeng X9 delivers significantly more torque with 640 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

X9

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: XPeng X9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is considerably lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,690 kg. The difference is around 1,138 kg.

Looking at boot space, the XPeng X9 offers somewhat more boot space – 721 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.

When it comes to payload, the XPeng X9 carries very slightly more – 610 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The XPeng X9 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 £66,500
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XPeng X9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 320 - 503 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 535 - 615 km
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XPeng X9

The XPeng X9 is a high-tech electric flagship that blends a roomy, upscale cabin with a sleek, modern design aimed at families and tech-minded drivers. It showcases advanced driver-assistance systems and a sophisticated infotainment setup, delivering a quietly refined and convenient driving experience.

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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EM
24 Apr 2026, 11:56:00

Low fuel consumption, spacious, responsive acceleration, quiet

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Peter
3 Jan 2026, 23:20:52

I drove the Toyota RAV4 and the Kia Sportage on business — the Kia’s engine and automatic gearbox are much better. It doesn’t jerk or scream, and the shifts are smooth. Comfort in both cars is very similar.

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Lello
14 Nov 2025, 09:58:29

Perfect car in every way, good trim, excellent fuel economy and reliability, price competitive with brands that have been established for longer...

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Costs and Consumption
Price
66,500 - 74,200 £
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
535 - 615 km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,690 - 2,750 kg
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
721 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,988 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
575 - 610 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
320 - 503 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
450 - 640 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
235 - 370 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
XPeng
Brand
Kia
Is the XPeng X9 offered with different drivetrains?

The XPeng X9 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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