Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD vs Mercedes EQE SUV 300
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD (2023-…) has a starting price of $54900, while the Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea, USA | USA, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price USA (New) | $54900 | - Price USA (New) |
| Price USA (Used) | $44999 | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD (2023-…).
| Property | Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 230 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 365 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 219 mi | 295 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 76.1 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 33.8 kWh/100 mi | 30.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.96 mi/kWh | 3.26 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.3 | 7.6 |
Charging
| Property | Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.9 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 210 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.5 | 6.6 |
Performance
| Property | Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 180 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | 258 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.7 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 118 mph | 130 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.9 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
| Property | Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 197.2 in | 191.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 90.6 in | 84.3 in |
| Height | 69.1 in | 66.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 122 in | 119.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Kia EV9 Standard Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5093 lb | - Curb Weight |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 20.2 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 81.7 ft3 | 59.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 3.2 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.8 | 7.8 |
