Verdict
The Kia EV9 costs RM368,668, RM57,220 below the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe’s RM425,888, and gives a Malaysian family seven seats, a 99.8-kWh battery and 505 km of EV range. Its 350-kW DC charging and 3.6-kW V2L output suit buyers committed to electric running. The GLC Coupe counters with a far larger 545-litre boot, versus 333 litres, plus a 246-km/h top speed. But its 31.2-kWh battery is rated for 131 km and it remains a five-seater plug-in hybrid. Choose space and electric range, or the more compact Mercedes with stronger luggage capacity.
EV9
Pick the Kia EV9 if seven seats, 505 km of EV range and 350-kW DC charging matter more than boot volume.
GLC Coupe
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if you need its 545-litre boot and prefer a five-seat plug-in hybrid with a 246-km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: Kia EV9 RM368,668; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe RM425,888.
- Seats: Kia EV9 7; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 5.
- Battery and EV range: Kia EV9 99.8 kWh and 505 km; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 31.2 kWh and 131 km.
- Boot space: Kia EV9 333 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 545 litres.
- Dimensions: Kia EV9 5,015 mm long with a 3,100-mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 4,763 mm and 2,888 mm.
- Top speed: Kia EV9 200 km/h; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 246 km/h.
EV9
- Seven-seat cabin with third-row air vents.
- 505-km EV range and 350-kW DC charging.
- 3.6-kW V2L, head-up display and remote parking assist.
- 333-litre boot is 212 litres smaller than the GLC Coupe’s.
- At 2,648 kg, it is 703 kg heavier than the GLC Coupe.
- 200-km/h top speed is 46 km/h lower.
GLC Coupe
- 545-litre boot despite its shorter 4,763-mm body.
- 246-km/h top speed and claimed 0-100 km/h time of 6.3 seconds.
- Adaptive LED projector headlamps with Matrix High Beam and a 15-speaker Burmester sound system.
- Five seats versus the EV9’s seven.
- 131-km EV range is 374 km short of the EV9’s 505 km.
- No DC charging rate or V2L output is specified, unlike the EV9’s 350 kW and 3.6 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,668✓ | RM425,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM515 | RM440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 380 hp✓ | 127 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh✓ | 31.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 505 km✓ | 131 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 246 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,015 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,980 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,780 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,100 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,648 kg | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 333 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 285/45R21 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/45R21 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) with FlexSteer adjustment (Comfort/Normal/Sport) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Automatic For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats in Second and Third Row | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory and Massage Settings, Heating | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 2 Sockets, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof and Rear Window Shades | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Meridian Sound System | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot with Hands-free Access |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree 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 | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 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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EV9 vs GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Kia EV9 or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
The EV9 is the better fit for a large family and electric-first use: it has seven seats and 505 km of EV range. The GLC Coupe makes more sense if five seats are enough and its 545-litre boot is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe costs RM57,220 more than the Kia EV9.
Which one is better for long electric journeys?
The Kia EV9. Its 99.8-kWh battery delivers 505 km of EV range and accepts DC charging at up to 350 kW, while the GLC Coupe has a 31.2-kWh battery and 131 km of EV range.