USA EV Comparison: Kia EV9 GT vs BMW iX xDrive45
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General Info
The BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $75150. The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | BMW iX xDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | $80000 | $75150 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) has a larger battery, the BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | BMW iX xDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 250 mi | 312 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 314 mi | 374 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 252 mi | 296 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 99.8 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96 kWh | 94.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 38.1 kWh/100 mi | 32 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.63 mi/kWh | 3.12 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.1 | 7.1 |
Charging
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW iX xDrive45 (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 BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...) maxes out at 175 kW.
The BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...) 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 | Kia EV9 GT | BMW iX xDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.9 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 210 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | BMW iX xDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 373 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 501 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 545 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3 s | 4.9 s |
| Top Speed | 137 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.4 | 5.8 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...).
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | BMW iX xDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 197.4 in | 195.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 90.6 in | 87.8 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.9 in | 77.6 in |
| Height | 70.1 in | 66.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 122 in | 118.1 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 BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 5000 lb, whereas the BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | BMW iX xDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5838 lb | 5566 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 20.2 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 84.5 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.8 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 5000 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 9.1 | 8.4 |
