Verdict
The Kia EV9 costs RM53,322 less, yet brings seven seats, a 99.8-kWh battery with 505 km of stated range and 350-kW DC charging. Its 3,100-mm wheelbase is 572 mm longer than the Audi Q5 Sportback’s, though the Audi carries 515 litres in the boot against 333 litres. The Q5 Sportback answers with 268 hp, 400 Nm, matrix LED headlamps, OLED tail-lamps and an autonomous braking system. For a Malaysian family needing three rows and EV charging, the EV9 is the clearer fit; the Audi suits buyers who need five seats and more luggage room.
Pick the Audi Q5 Sportback if five seats, a 515-litre boot, autonomous braking and matrix LED/OLED lighting matter more than EV range and a third row.
Pick the Kia EV9 if you need seven seats, 505 km of stated electric range, 350-kW DC charging and a lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 Sportback RM421,990; Kia EV9 RM368,668.
- Seats: Audi Q5 Sportback 5; Kia EV9 7.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 Sportback 515 litres; Kia EV9 333 litres.
- Length: Audi Q5 Sportback 4,717 mm; Kia EV9 5,015 mm.
- Output: Audi Q5 Sportback 268 hp and 400 Nm; Kia EV9 380 hp and 700 Nm.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 Sportback 2 years with unlimited mileage; Kia EV9 5 years/150,000 km, plus 8 years/160,000 km for the battery.
Q5 Sportback
- 515-litre boot is 182 litres larger
- Matrix LED projectors and full OLED tail-lamps
- Autonomous braking system is fitted
- RM53,322 more expensive
- Five seats versus the EV9’s seven
- Two-year vehicle warranty versus five years
EV9
- Seven-seat cabin with third-row air vents
- 99.8-kWh battery, 505 km stated range and 350-kW DC charging
- Five-year/150,000-km warranty plus eight-year/160,000-km battery cover
- 333-litre boot is smaller than the Audi’s 515 litres
- No autonomous braking system is listed
- 12.3-inch touchscreen and 14-speaker audio versus 14.5 inches and 16 speakers
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM421,990 | RM368,668✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM515 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, supercharged with variable valve timing | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 380 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 700 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 99.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 505 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 5,015 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,641 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,528 mm | 3,100 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,648 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 515 litres✓ | 333 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Continental PremiumContact C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) with FlexSteer adjustment (Comfort/Normal/Sport) |
| Chassis Notes | S Sport Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Automatic For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats in Second and Third Row |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory and Massage Settings, Heating |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 2 Sockets, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof and Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen Sound System | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Meridian Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with Surround View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Remote Parking Assist |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 years/160,000 km for EV battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Q5 Sportback vs EV9 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 Sportback or Kia EV9 better?
The Kia EV9 is better for seven-seat family use and electric driving, with 505 km of stated range. The Audi Q5 Sportback is better if a larger 515-litre boot, autonomous braking and its matrix LED/OLED lighting are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 Sportback costs RM421,990 and the Kia EV9 costs RM368,668, so the Audi is RM53,322 more expensive.
How quickly can the Kia EV9 charge?
The Kia EV9 supports up to 11 kW AC charging and 350 kW DC charging. It also has a 99.8-kWh battery, 505 km of stated range and 3.6 kW vehicle-to-load capability.