USA EV Comparison: Kia EV9 GT vs Cadillac Optiq V
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General Info
Both vehicles have been announced, but are not yet in production. Both cars are expected to be sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price USA (New) | $80000 | $68795 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 250 mi | 275 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 314 mi | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 252 mi | 262 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 99.8 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 38.1 kWh/100 mi | 32.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.63 mi/kWh | 3.08 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.1 | 6.4 |
Charging
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 210 kW, while the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) is limited to 10.9 kW.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.9 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 210 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 373 kW | 387 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 501 hp | 519 hp |
| Motor Torque | 545 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3 s | 3.5 s |
| Top Speed | 137 mph | 113 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 197.4 in | 190 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 90.6 in | 84 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.9 in | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 70.1 in | 65 in |
| Wheelbase | 122 in | 116 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…), but the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 5000 lb, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5838 lb | 5445 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 20.2 ft3 | 26 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 84.5 ft3 | 57 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.8 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 5000 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 9.1 | 7 |
