Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Optiq V 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 Europe, but Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) will not be available.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | 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 | 6.8 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 443 km | 402 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 505 km |
| Range (GCC) | 421 km | 406 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 85 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km | 23.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.95 km/kWh | 4.23 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 5.1 |
Charging
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (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 Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) 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 | Cadillac Optiq V | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 10.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 210 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 387 kW | 373 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 519 hp | 501 hp |
| Motor Torque | 880 Nm | 739 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h | 220 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4820 mm | 5015 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2126 mm | 2300 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1980 mm |
| Height | 1644 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2954 mm | 3100 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) 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 Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2500 kg, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 6, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2470 kg | 2648 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 744 l | 333 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1603 l | 2393 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 52 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7 | 9.1 |
