GT-Line AWD · 2024
Kia
EV9
From
$109,560
505 km 233 kW DC
VS
Long Range AWD · 2024
Hyundai
IONIQ 5
From
$89,000
481 km 220 kW DC
Better range: Kia EV9 (+24 km)
$Lower price: Hyundai IONIQ 5 (-$20,560)
Faster charging: Kia EV9 (233 kW DC)
Full spec comparison
| Spec | Kia EV9 | Hyundai IONIQ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Price from | $109,560 | $89,000 |
| WLTP Range | 505 km | 481 km |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.3s | 5.1s |
| Top speed | 200 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Drive type | AWD | AWD |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery size | 99.8 kWh | 77.4 kWh |
| Efficiency | 21 kWh/100km | 16.8 kWh/100km |
| Max DC charging | 233 kW | 220 kW |
| Max AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Est. charge time (10→80%) | ~18 min | ~15 min |
| Practicality | ||
| Seating | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Boot space | 333 L | 527 L |
| Frunk | None | None |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Safety & Warranty | ||
| ANCAP rating | 5★ (2024) | 5★ (2022) |
| Vehicle warranty | 7 years | 5 years |
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty km | 150,000 km | 160,000 km |
| Features | ||
| V2L support | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
Yellow highlight indicates the winner in each category. Specs based on Australian-market variants.
Running cost estimate
Based on 15,000 km/yr at 30c/kWh home charging. BEV servicing estimated at $180/yr, PHEV/HEV at $200/yr.
Kia EV9
Annual energy cost$945
Annual servicing est.$180
5-year total running cost$5,625
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Annual energy cost$756
Annual servicing est.$180
5-year total running cost$4,680
* Estimates only. Actual costs vary with electricity tariff, driving style, and servicing needs. Does not include registration, insurance, or tyres.
Pros & cons
Kia EV9
Seven seats with genuinely usable third row
2500 kg towing capacity is best-in-class for a BEV
V2L can power a campsite or back-up your home
Over $109k is expensive for a Korean brand SUV
Boot shrinks to 333L with all three rows occupied
Large size makes urban parking challenging
Hyundai IONIQ 5
V2L lets you power appliances and other EVs
Flat floor and sliding rear seat create a genuinely spacious cabin
800V architecture enables ultrafast 18-minute 10-80% charges
Premium price puts it above some direct competitors
Range slightly below segment leaders at 481 km WLTP
Rear visibility is limited due to small rear window
Which should you buy?
Choose the
Kia EV9
if…
- You want solid long-range capability without paying a premium
- You need to tow — 2,500 kg capacity is best-in-class
Choose the
Hyundai IONIQ 5
if…
- You want solid long-range capability without paying a premium
- You want V2L to power devices, camp gear, or back up your home
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