Compare the2025 Mercedes EQE SUVVS 2024 Kia EV9

The EQE SUV’s pre-crash front seatbelts will tighten automatically in the event the vehicle detects an impending crash, improving protection against injury significantly. The EV9 doesn’t offer pre-crash pretensioners.

Earlier warning of stopped traffic, traffic signals, dangerous road conditions, weather, or accidents, can keep driver's safer and prevent crashes. The EQE SUV has Car-to-X Communication, a system that seamlessly communicates important warnings to the driver about impending danger, if they're available. The EV9 doesn’t offer a system that can receive automated systems from infrastructure or other vehicles.

Both the EQE SUV and the EV9 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, front seat center airbag, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning and driver alert monitors.

The EQE SUV’s 5 year corrosion warranty has no mileage limitations, but the corrosion warranty on the EV9 runs out after 100,000 miles.

The EQE SUV has more powerful engines than the EV9:

As tested in Motor Trend the AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ electric motors is faster than the EV9 GT-Line electric motors:

On the EPA test cycle the EQE SUV gets better mileage than the EV9:

The EQE SUV 350+ RWD can travel longer on a full charge than the EV9 Light with its standard motor (302 miles vs. 230 miles).

The EQE SUV AMG’s launch control uses engine electronics to hold engine RPM’s precisely in order to provide the most stable and rapid acceleration possible, using all of the available traction. The EV9 doesn’t offer launch control.

For better stopping power the EQE SUV’s brake rotors are larger than those on the EV9:

The EQE SUV AMG offers optional heat-treated ceramic brake rotors, which last ten to twenty times as long as conventional cast iron rotors, don’t rust, don’t fade during repeated high speed braking, and their lighter weight contribute to better braking, handling and acceleration. The EV9 doesn’t offer ceramic brake rotors.

The EQE SUV stops shorter than the EV9:

The EQE SUV’s standard tires provide better handling because they have a lower 45 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the EV9’s standard 60 series tires. The AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+’s optional tires have a lower 35 series profile than the EV9 GT-Line’s 45 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the EQE SUV has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 19-inch wheels are standard on the EV9. The AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+’s optional 22-inch wheels are larger than the 21-inch wheels on the EV9 GT-Line.

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires available on the EQE SUV can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair. The EV9 doesn’t offer run-flat tires.

The EQE SUV offers an available driver-adjustable suspension system. It allows the driver to choose between an extra-supple ride, reducing fatigue on long trips, or a sport setting, which allows maximum control for tricky roads or off-road. The EV9’s suspension doesn’t offer adjustable shock absorbers.

The AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ handles at .94 G’s, while the EV9 GT-Line AWD pulls only .86 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 2.3 seconds quicker than the EV9 GT-Line AWD (24.1 seconds @ .82 average G’s vs. 26.4 seconds @ .69 average G’s).

For better maneuverability, the EQE SUV with rear wheel steering’s turning circle is 6.1 feet tighter than the EV9’s (34.5 feet vs. 40.6 feet). The EQE SUV’s turning circle is .2 feet tighter than the EV9’s (40.4 feet vs. 40.6 feet).

The EQE SUV is 5.7 inches shorter than the EV9, making the EQE SUV easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

Unlike the driver-only memory system in the EV9 Land/GT-Line, the EQE SUV has standard driver and passenger memory, so that when drivers switch, the memory setting adjusts the driver’s seat, steering wheel position, outside mirror angle, climate settings and radio stations and the front passenger seat also adjusts to the new passenger’s preset preferences.

If the windows are left open on the EQE SUV the driver can close them all at the outside door handle or from a distance using the remote. On a hot day the driver can lower the windows from a distance using the keyless remote. The driver of the EV9 can only close the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The EQE SUV’s standard Keyless-Go allow you to unlock the doors from any outside door handle, open the cargo door, and start the vehicle, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. Smart Key standard on the EV9 doesn’t offer a sensor on the rear doors, so you’ll have to reach a front handle to unlock the rear door.

Heated windshield washer nozzles are optional on the EQE SUV to prevent washer fluid and nozzles from freezing and help continue to keep the windshield clear in sub-freezing temperatures. The EV9 doesn’t offer heated windshield washer nozzles.

To help drivers see further while navigating curves, the EQE SUV offers optional adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle. The EV9 doesn’t offer cornering lights.

The Mercedes EQE SUV has power folding mirrors that offer unparalleled convenience while maneuvering in tight places or parked. With the mirrors folded it’s easier to walk past and help prevent parking damage. The mirrors can be quickly unfolded when the driver is ready to leave. Power folding mirrors are only offered on the EV9 Land/GT-Line.

The Mercedes EQE SUV has a standard Homelink wireless remote control system for garage door operation and device management, conveniently located on the rear view mirror. Homelink® eliminates the need for separate garage door openers and associated risks of losing, breaking, or having dead batteries. Kia charges extra for Homelink® on the EV9.

The Mercedes EQE SUV outsold the Kia EV9 by over 9 to one during 2023.