Global EV Comparison: BYD Tang Flagship vs Kia EV9 GT
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General Info
Both vehicles have been announced, but are not yet in production. Both cars are expected to be sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €69615 | €89990 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.1 |
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 | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 402 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 530 km | 505 km |
| Range (GCC) | 451 km | 406 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.8 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 24.1 kWh/100 km | 23.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.15 km/kWh | 4.23 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 5.1 |
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 10.5 kW.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 10.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 210 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) has more power, the Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 380 kW | 373 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 510 hp | 501 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 739 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 220 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6 | 6.4 |
Dimensions
The BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) and Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) are about the same size.
The Kia EV9 GT (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4970 mm | 5015 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2130 mm | 2300 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1955 mm | 1980 mm |
| Height | 1745 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2820 mm | 3100 mm |
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 | BYD Tang Flagship | Kia EV9 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 7 | 6, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2630 kg | 2648 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 235 l | 333 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1655 l | 2393 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 52 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8 | 9.1 |
