2025 Kia EV9 vs. 2024 Porsche Macan Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia EV9

2025 Kia
EV9

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

MSRP*: $60,900 to $86,800
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MPG - City Info not available 17 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 22 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 81.7 ft3 53.0 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 215-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 379-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 434-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 379 hp 261 - 434 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 5,000 lbs 4,409 lbs
Exterior Length 197.2 - 197.4 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 77.9 in 76.1 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia EV9 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Porsche Macan.

Dimensions
Since the Kia EV9 is much wider than the Porsche Macan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Kia EV9, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Porsche Macan.

Handling
The Kia EV9 has a larger turning radius than the Porsche Macan, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Porsche Macan is clearly the choice over the Kia EV9 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Kia EV9 greatly out-muscles the Porsche Macan.

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

Utility
The Kia EV9 offers greater seating capacity than the Porsche Macan, 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 Macan.