Verdict
At RM352,900, the Audi Q5 is RM15,768 cheaper, carries five people and has a 520-litre boot, so it is the tidier fit for buyers who need luggage space more often than a third row. Its 196 hp and 340 Nm petrol turbo are well down on the Kia EV9’s 380 hp and 700 Nm twin-motor output, however. The RM368,668 EV9 brings seven seats, a 99.8 kWh battery with 505 km range and 350 kW DC charging, but its 5,015 mm body is 298 mm longer and its boot holds 333 litres with all seats in use.
Pick the Audi Q5 if five seats, a 520-litre boot, autonomous braking and a lower RM352,900 entry price matter most.
Pick the Kia EV9 if you need seven seats, 380 hp and 700 Nm, plus a 505 km electric range and rapid 350 kW DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; Kia EV9 RM368,668.
- Output: Audi Q5 196 hp and 340 Nm; Kia EV9 380 hp and 700 Nm.
- Seating: Audi Q5 five seats; Kia EV9 seven seats.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 520 litres; Kia EV9 333 litres.
- Length: Audi Q5 4,717 mm; Kia EV9 5,015 mm.
- Manufacturer warranty: Audi Q5 two years/unlimited mileage; Kia EV9 five years/150,000 km, with an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
Q5
- RM15,768 cheaper to buy.
- 520-litre boot is 187 litres larger.
- Gets autonomous braking, Digital Matrix LED headlamps and OLED tail lights.
- Five seats versus the EV9’s seven.
- 196 hp and 340 Nm trail the EV9’s 380 hp and 700 Nm.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than the EV9’s five years.
EV9
- Seven seats with third-row air vents.
- 380 hp, 700 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- 99.8 kWh battery, 505 km range, 11 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging.
- Costs RM15,768 more.
- 333-litre boot is 187 litres smaller than the Q5’s.
- Measures 5,015 mm long, versus 4,717 mm for the Q5.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900✓ | RM368,668 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM515 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 196 hp | — |
| Torque | 340 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 | Front 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 | 1,669 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 3,100 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,648 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 333 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 285/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 285/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental PremiumContact C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) with FlexSteer adjustment (Comfort/Normal/Sport) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort 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 | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | 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 Driver's Memory Function | 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, 10-speaker Audi 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| 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.
Used Q5 & EV9 for sale
Q5 vs EV9 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or Kia EV9 better?
The EV9 is better for seven-seat family use and electric driving, with 380 hp, 700 Nm and 505 km range. The Q5 is better if five seats are enough and a 520-litre boot, autonomous braking and a lower purchase price take priority.
What is the price difference?
The Kia EV9 costs RM368,668 and the Audi Q5 costs RM352,900, so the EV9 is RM15,768 more expensive.
How quickly can the Kia EV9 charge?
The EV9 supports up to 11 kW AC charging and 350 kW DC charging. The petrol Q5 has no battery charging system; it uses a 68-litre fuel tank.