Global EV Comparison: BMW iX xDrive40 vs Kia EV9 Long Range AWD
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General Info
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €76490. The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €43800 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2025 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | South Korea, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €76490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €43800 | €69990 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 7.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 349 km | 455 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 425 km | 512 km |
| Range (GCC) | 343 km | 441 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 76.6 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74.1 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.6 kWh/100 km | 21.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.63 km/kWh | 4.59 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.9 | 6.1 |
Charging
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 210 kW, while the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) maxes out at 148 kW.
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 10.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 148 kW | 210 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 240 kW | 283 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 322 hp | 380 hp |
| Motor Torque | 630 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 s | 6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.2 | 5.4 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025).
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4953 mm | 5010 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm | 2300 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 1980 mm |
| Height | 1695 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 3100 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) features a larger trunk, but the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…), but the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 2500 kg).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 6, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2440 kg | 2664 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 333 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1750 l | 2393 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 52 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.3 | 9 |
