Global EV Comparison: Acura ZDX Type S AWD vs Kia EV9 GT
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General Info
While the Acura ZDX Type S AWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in Europe. The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Acura ZDX Type S AWD | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €89990 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Acura ZDX Type S AWD (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…).
| Property | Acura ZDX Type S AWD | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 447 km | 402 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 505 km |
| Range (GCC) | 425 km | 406 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 106 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 102 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 24 kWh/100 km | 23.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.17 km/kWh | 4.23 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.2 | 5.1 |
Charging
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Acura ZDX Type S AWD (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 Acura ZDX Type S AWD (2024-…) maxes out at 190 kW.
The Acura ZDX Type S AWD (2024-…) 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 10.5 kW.
| Property | Acura ZDX Type S AWD | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 10.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 190 kW | 210 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.5 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) has more power, the Acura ZDX Type S AWD (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Acura ZDX Type S AWD | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 372 kW | 373 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 499 hp | 501 hp |
| Motor Torque | 737 Nm | 739 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 211 km/h | 220 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.3 | 6.4 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Acura ZDX Type S AWD (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Acura ZDX Type S AWD | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5022 mm | 5015 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2300 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1955 mm | 1980 mm |
| Height | 1637 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3094 mm | 3100 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Acura ZDX Type S AWD (2024-…) 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 Acura ZDX Type S AWD (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Acura ZDX Type S AWD (2024-…).
| Property | Acura ZDX Type S AWD | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 6, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2745 kg | 2648 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 840 l | 333 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1785 l | 2393 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 52 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1587 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8 | 9.1 |
