USA EV Comparison: BYD Tang Flagship vs Kia EV9 GT
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General Info
Both vehicles have been announced, but are not yet in production. Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) will be sold in the United States, but BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) will not be available.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $80000 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…).
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 250 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 329 mi | 314 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 280 mi | 252 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.8 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 38.9 kWh/100 mi | 38.1 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.57 mi/kWh | 2.63 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 5.1 |
Charging
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) 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 BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) maxes out at 170 kW.
The BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) is limited to 10.9 kW.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 10.9 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 210 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) has more power, the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 380 kW | 373 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 510 hp | 501 hp |
| Motor Torque | 516 lb-ft | 545 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.7 s | 4.3 s |
| Top Speed | 118 mph | 137 mph |
| Performance Score | 6 | 6.4 |
Dimensions
The BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) and Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) are about the same size.
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 195.7 in | 197.4 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 83.9 in | 90.6 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77 in | 77.9 in |
| Height | 68.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 122 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…), but the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…).
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 7 | 6, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 5798 lb | 5838 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 8.3 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 58.4 ft3 | 84.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.8 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 3307 lb | 5000 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8 | 9.1 |
