Verdict
The Kia EV9 costs RM79,668 more, but it is the proper family-hauler choice: seven seats, a 3,100 mm wheelbase and 505 km of claimed EV range from its 99.8-kWh battery. Its dual motors produce 380 hp and 700 Nm, with 350-kW DC charging and 3.6-kW V2L. The Toyota Harrier is the more affordable five-seat SUV at RM289,000, uses a petrol-hybrid powertrain and has a larger 396-litre boot. For Malaysian buyers carrying six or seven regularly, the EV9’s extra space matters more than the Harrier’s 63-litre boot advantage.
EV9
Pick the Kia EV9 if you need seven seats, 505 km EV range and 350-kW DC charging, and can accommodate its RM368,668 price.
Harrier
Pick the Toyota Harrier if five seats and a 396-litre boot are enough, and you want to save RM79,668 upfront.
Key differences
- Price: Kia EV9 RM368,668; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Seating: Kia EV9 seven seats; Toyota Harrier five seats.
- Wheelbase: Kia EV9 3,100 mm; Toyota Harrier 2,690 mm.
- Boot space: Kia EV9 333 litres; Toyota Harrier 396 litres.
- Powertrain output: Kia EV9 dual motors deliver 380 hp and 700 Nm; Toyota Harrier lists 175 hp/221 Nm from its 2.
- Road tax: Kia EV9 RM515 per year; Toyota Harrier RM830 per year.
EV9
- Seven seats and a 3,100-mm wheelbase.
- 505-km EV range, 350-kW DC charging and 3.6-kW V2L.
- 380 hp, 700 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- RM79,668 pricier than the Harrier.
- 333-litre boot is 63 litres smaller.
- At 2,648 kg, it weighs 953 kg more.
Harrier
- RM79,668 lower purchase price.
- 396-litre boot is 63 litres larger.
- 55-litre fuel tank and petrol-hybrid powertrain.
- Only five seats versus the EV9’s seven.
- No EV battery, EV range, AC/DC charging or V2L capability.
- Front-wheel drive versus the EV9’s all-wheel drive.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,668 | RM289,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM515✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 175 hp |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 380 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 202 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,015 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,980 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,780 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,100 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,648 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 333 litres | 396 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 285/45R21 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/45R21 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 18" 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, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| 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 on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory and Massage Settings, Heating | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline |
| 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 Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | 2 Sockets, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof and Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Meridian Sound System | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| 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, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Monitor | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 years/160,000 km for EV battery | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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 Harrier FAQ
Is the Kia EV9 or Toyota Harrier better?
The EV9 is better for larger families: it has seven seats, a 3,100-mm wheelbase, 505 km of EV range and 350-kW DC charging. The Harrier is better if five seats suffice and its RM79,668 lower price matters more.
What is the price difference?
The Kia EV9 costs RM368,668 and the Toyota Harrier costs RM289,000, so the EV9 is RM79,668 more expensive.
Which one has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Harrier has the bigger quoted boot at 396 litres, compared with 333 litres in the Kia EV9. The EV9 counters with seven seats rather than five.