USA EV Comparison: Kia EV9 GT vs BYD Tang Flagship
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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 | Kia EV9 GT | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $80000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 6.9 |
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 | Kia EV9 GT | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 250 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 314 mi | 329 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 252 mi | 280 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 99.8 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96 kWh | 108.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 38.1 kWh/100 mi | 38.9 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.63 mi/kWh | 2.57 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.1 | 5.5 |
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 | Kia EV9 GT | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.9 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 210 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 7.1 |
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 | Kia EV9 GT | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 373 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 501 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 545 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 137 mph | 118 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.4 | 6 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…).
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 197.4 in | 195.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 90.6 in | 83.9 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.9 in | 77 in |
| Height | 70.1 in | 68.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 122 in | 111 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 | Kia EV9 GT | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6, 7 | 7 |
| Curb Weight | 5838 lb | 5798 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 20.2 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 84.5 ft3 | 58.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.8 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 5000 lb | 3307 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 9.1 | 8 |
