Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ vs Kia EV9 Long Range AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 5.3 s Runner-up: 6.4 s
Range winner Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ 590 km Runner-up: 490 km
Power winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 384 hp Runner-up: 292 hp
Cargo winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 828 L Runner-up: 520 L
Price winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD $57,200 Runner-up: $78,650

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ against the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 6.4 seconds for 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed output at 384 hp; 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ is rated at 292 hp, a difference of 92 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD at 600 Nm and 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ at 565 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ carries the longer listed range at 590 km, against 490 km for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ has the lower recorded consumption at 16.3 kWh/100km; 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is listed at 19.2 kWh/100km. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 258 kW, compared with 170 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 828 litres versus 520 litres, a difference of 308 litres. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ is listed at 1,800 kg. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is 147 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the lower listed starting price at $57,200, compared with $78,650 for 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+2025 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h6.4 s5.3 s
Top Speed210 km/h185 km/h
Power292 hp384 hp
Torque565 Nm600 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range590 km490 km
Battery96 kWh99.8 kWh
Efficiency16.3 kWh/100km19.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging170 kW258 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,863 mm5,010 mm
Ground Clearance168 mm178 mm
Cargo520 L828 L
Curb Weight2,590 kg2,614 kg
Towing1,800 kg2,500 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle12.3 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP$78,650$57,200

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ vs Kia EV9 Long Range AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 6.4 seconds for 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has more power at 384 hp, a 92 hp advantage over 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+.

Which has more range, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ has the longer listed range at 590 km (367 miles), versus 490 km (304 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the larger listed battery at 99.8 kWh, compared with 96.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has more listed cargo space at 828 litres (29.2 cu ft), versus 520 litres (18.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 1,800 kg (3,968 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is heavier at 2,614 kg (5,763 lb), while 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ is listed at 2,590 kg (5,710 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $57,200 USD, compared with $78,650 USD for 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.