Global EV Comparison: Kia EV9 GT Line AWD vs NIO EL7 Standard Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) has a starting price of €82380, compared to the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…), which starts at €85900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT Line AWD | NIO EL7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea, USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €82380 | €85900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €67950 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…).
| Property | Kia EV9 GT Line AWD | NIO EL7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 451 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 505 km | 394 km |
| Range (GCC) | 429 km | 335 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 99.8 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96 kWh | 73.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.4 kWh/100 km | 21.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.47 km/kWh | 4.56 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 4.7 |
Charging
The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 210 kW, while the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) maxes out at 140 kW.
The NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT Line AWD | NIO EL7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 210 kW | 140 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT Line AWD | NIO EL7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 283 kW | 480 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 380 hp | 644 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 850 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 6.7 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…).
The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV9 GT Line AWD | NIO EL7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5015 mm | 4912 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2300 mm | 2271 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1980 mm | 1987 mm |
| Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…), but the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…).
| Property | Kia EV9 GT Line AWD | NIO EL7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2664 kg | 2421 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 333 l | 570 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2393 l | 1545 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 52 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 9.1 | 7.8 |
