Hyundai IONIQ 9 GLS vs KIA EV9 Comparison in Nepal 2026
Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.
IONIQ 9 GLS
- Range
- 110.3 km
- Battery
- 110.3 kWh
- Motor
- 160 kW
- Ground clearance
- 175 mm
ElectricEV9
- Range
- 438 km
- Battery
- 77.4 kWh
- Motor
- 282.6 kW
- Ground clearance
- 199 mm
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 starts at Rs 2.2 crore and the KIA EV9 at Rs 1.8 crore in Nepal, so the KIA EV9 costs Rs 40.1 lakh less (22%). On a single charge the Hyundai IONIQ 9 is rated for 110.3 km (WLTP) and the KIA EV9 for about 438 km (WLTP est., 561 km claimed on the ARAI cycle). Battery sizes are 110.3 kWh and 77.4 kWh. Figures on this page are for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 GLS and the KIA EV9.
For fast charging, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 takes up to 350 kW DC and the KIA EV9 up to 175 kW. Boot space is 338 litres in the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and 333 litres in the KIA EV9. The KIA EV9 comes with a warranty of 3 years / Unlimited km, Battery: 8 years / 160,000 km.
What's different
Full specifications
Engine and performance
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Range, mileage and charging
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Brakes, suspension and tyres
4 of 4 differ
Size, weight and space
7 of 8 differ
Ownership
3 of 3 differ
Features
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Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. EV range is shown as WLTP or a WLTP-equivalent estimate, with the company claim and its test cycle beside it. Real range and mileage vary with roads, load and riding style.
Which suits you?
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 may suit you if you want shorter fast-charging stops or you need room for 7.
The KIA EV9 may suit you if you want to spend less or you want more range per charge.
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 may suit you if
- You want shorter fast-charging stops
- You need room for 7
The KIA EV9 may suit you if
- You want to spend less
- You want more range per charge
- You often use rough or broken roads
- You want more power
Try both on your daily route and talk to each service centre before you decide.
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