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Jaguar I-Pace vs Kia EV9
Selected trimAirChange trim349 mi · 99.8 kWh · £66,645
At a glance
In this comparison, Jaguar I-Pace leads on family practicality, while the Kia EV9 leads on motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Jaguar I-Pace if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
Choose the Kia EV9 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV9 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Jaguar
4.8
Kia
4.6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeKia
Jaguar
2.3
Kia
6.2
FamilyJaguar
Jaguar
8.8
Kia
6.1
ChargingKia
Jaguar
2.9
Kia
7.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Jaguar I-Pace
EV400 S
- 323 litres more boot space
- 144 kW more power
- 4.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.3 m tighter turning circle
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Jaguar I-PaceEV400 S | Kia EV9Air |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £66,350 (better) | £66,645 |
| Official range | 292 miles | 349 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 656 L (better) | 333 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 24 min |
| 0-62 mph | 4.8 sec (better) | 9.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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Jaguar I-Pace
Kia EV9
Length
Jaguar I-Pace4,682mm-333mm
Kia EV95,015mm
Width
Jaguar I-Pace1,895mm-85mm
Kia EV91,980mm
Height
Jaguar I-Pace1,565mm-215mm
Kia EV91,780mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jaguar I-PaceEV400 S | Kia EV9Air |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,682 mm | 5,015 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,895 mm (better) | 1,980 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,139 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,565 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m (better) | 12.3 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 505 mm spare (better) | 420 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jaguar I-PaceEV400 S | Kia EV9Air |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 656 L (better) | 333 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1453 L (better) | 828 L |
| Frunk | 27 L | 90 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 900 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Jaguar I-Pace
- Boot space of 656 L is bigger than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 2,990 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Kia EV9
- A 90 L frunk, one of 11 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 90 L or more.
- At 5,015 mm, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 3,100 mm wheelbase, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Jaguar I-Pace EV400 S |  Kia EV9 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.68m | 5.01m+333mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.98m+85mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | Not available |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.78m+215mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.99m | 3.10m+110mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 656L (better) | 333L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1453L (better) | 828L |
| Frunk | 27L | 90L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.98m (better) | 12.3m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,208kg (better) | 2,492kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 900kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 90kWh | 99.8kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 292 mi | 349 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 210kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £66,350 (better) | £66,645 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2024 | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Jaguar I-PaceEV400 S | Kia EV9Air |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 292 miles | 349 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 244 miles | 291 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 24 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 210 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 84.7 kWh | 99.8 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Jaguar I-PaceEV400 S | Kia EV9Air |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.8 sec (better) | 9.4 sec |
| Power | 294 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Torque | 696 Nm (better) | 350 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Jaguar I-Pace
EV400 S
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Kia EV9
Air
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Jaguar I-Pace EV400 S
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users73%
Safety Assist81%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Kia EV9 Air
Tested 2023
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant88%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Jaguar I-PaceEV400 S | Kia EV9Air |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag dealer & service support. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Jaguar I-Pace
EV400 S
Owners love
- Owners love the way it drives: very quick, with excellent grip and handling for its weight.
- The air suspension and adaptive dampers give a smooth, flat ride, and the cabin is quiet and comfortable.
- Real-world range of 220-250 miles in mild weather and around 200 in winter is typical, with very low running costs on a home tariff.
Watch out for
- Some owners report 12V battery problems that trigger a cascade of warning messages, plus heater and power-module failures.
- Rapid charging is slower than newer rivals and tapers as the battery fills.
- Several owners report slow dealer diagnosis and long waits for repairs.
Owner tips
- Deal with any 12V battery warning promptly, as it can trigger other faults.
- Keep the car under warranty, or buy an extended warranty, because some repairs are very expensive.
Kia EV9
Air
Owners love
- Owners love the space: seven proper seats, a big boot and a calm, comfortable cabin for long family trips.
- It charges quickly, holding high power to about 80% on an 800-volt rapid charger.
- Owners report about 300 miles in mild weather, enough to make long journeys easy.
Watch out for
- Several owners report early electrical faults, most often a 12V battery that drains overnight and leaves the car dead.
- When faults need parts, owners report long waits at dealers and poor after-sales support, including a few battery-module repairs that took months.
- Smaller niggles recur: tyre-pressure warnings, parking-sensor faults and software glitches.
Owner tips
- Ask whether the car has had any 12V battery, sensor or battery-module work, and see the invoices.
- Check every camera, parking sensor and the tyre-pressure display before you buy.
Buying options
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Jaguar I-Pace
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Kia EV9
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Live used listings
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Jaguar I-Pace
- £19,8642021Car360View
Kia EV9
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jaguar I-Pace or the Kia EV9?
The Jaguar I-Pace is £295 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £192 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £215 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Jaguar I-Pace and Kia EV9 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 244 miles for the Jaguar I-Pace and 291 miles for the Kia EV9 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV9 goes roughly 47 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jaguar I-Pace or the Kia EV9?
The Jaguar I-Pace is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 85 mm narrower than the Kia EV9. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 505 mm of total clearance for the Jaguar I-Pace and about 420 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV9. The Jaguar I-Pace also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Jaguar I-Pace or the Kia EV9?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Jaguar I-Pace and 89% for the Kia EV9. That gives the Kia EV9 a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The Jaguar I-Pace has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia EV9.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .