2025 Kia EV9 vs. 2024 Porsche Cayenne Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia EV9

2025 Kia
EV9

MSRP*: $54,900 to $73,900
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2024 Porsche
Cayenne

MSRP*: $79,200 to $196,300
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MPG - City Info not available 15 - 17 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 21 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 81.7 ft3 52.4 - 60.3 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 215-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 379-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 348-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 468-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 650-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 379 hp 348 - 650 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 5,000 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 197.2 - 197.4 in 194.0 - 194.2 in
Exterior Width 77.9 in 78.1 - 78.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.8 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 39.6 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.8 - 39.8 in
Info not available

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Kia EV9 is a better financial choice over the Porsche Cayenne, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Kia EV9 is about the same width as the Porsche Cayenne. When looking at overall length, the Kia EV9 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Porsche Cayenne.

Handling
The Kia EV9 has the same turning radius as the Porsche Cayenne, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Porsche Cayenne is clearly the choice over the Kia EV9 for pulling heavy loads. The Kia EV9 has a little less horsepower than the Porsche Cayenne.

Powertrain
The Kia EV9 has much lower torque than the Porsche Cayenne, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Kia EV9 offers greater seating capacity than the Porsche Cayenne, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Kia EV9, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Porsche Cayenne.