Kia EV9 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE Plug-in Hybrid
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Kia EV9 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE Plug-in Hybrid as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: KP Motors Corporation (Kia Philippines, an ACMobility subsidiary) and IC Star Automotive, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Kia Philippines, via kiaphilippines.com.
Kia EV9
GT-Line variant
- SRP
- ₱5,988,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱104,202
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz GLE Plug-in Hybrid
GLE 400 e with EQ Hybrid Technology variant
- SRP
- ₱5,790,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱100,756
How they differ
- The Mercedes-Benz GLE Plug-in Hybrid is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱5,790,000, which is ₱198,000 (3%) below the Kia EV9 at ₱5,988,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the GLE Plug-in Hybrid is estimated at ₱100,756 a month against ₱104,202 for the EV9, a difference of ₱3,446 a month.
- The EV9 makes more power (384 PS against 251.6 PS for the GLE Plug-in Hybrid).
- The EV9 has more torque (700 Nm against 400 Nm for the GLE Plug-in Hybrid).
- The EV9 has the larger battery (99.8 kWh against 25.3 kWh for the GLE Plug-in Hybrid).
- They differ in powertrain: the EV9 has a battery-electric powertrain, the GLE Plug-in Hybrid a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Kia EV9GT-Line, ₱5,988,000 | Mercedes-Benz GLE Plug-in HybridGLE 400 e with EQ Hybrid Technology, ₱5,790,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Dual permanent magnet synchronous motors | 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 petrol plug-in hybrid |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 1999 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 384 PS | 251.6 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 5800 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 2,000 |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 9.6 km/L |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 6e-bis |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 99.8 kWh | 25.28 kWh |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Electric range (differs) | 505 km | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | n/a | 115 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | n/a | 11 kW |
| Charging time (differs) | AC 11 kW: 10-100% in 9 h 45 min; DC 50 kW: 10-80% in 83 min; DC 350 kW: 10-80% in 24 min | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | Single-speed automatic | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | AWD | 4MATIC all-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5015 mm | 4924 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1980 mm | n/a |
| Height (differs) | 1780 mm | 1797 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3100 mm | 2995 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 177 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2612 kg | 2665 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | 6.19 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 6 | n/a |
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 575 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson multi-link | AIRMATIC air suspension |
| Rear suspension (differs) | 5-link multi-link | AIRMATIC air suspension |
| Front brake (differs) | Disc | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Disc | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 285/45R21 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | 21" alloy | 21-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with multi-collision brake | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Airbags (differs) | 8 | 7 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Smart cruise control, blind-spot view monitor with collision-avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, lane following assist, forward collision-avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist, 360-degree surround view monitor | Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, 360-degree camera |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist and trailer stability assist | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.3" touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14-speaker Meridian audio | MBUX with 12.3-inch touchscreen, Burmester surround sound |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay, wireless charging |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3" LCD panoramic display with head-up display | Widescreen cockpit with dual 12.3-inch displays |
| Headlight (differs) | Small-cube projection LED with intelligent front lighting | MULTIBEAM LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with push-button start | KEYLESS-GO Comfort Package |
| Other features (differs) | Vehicle-to-load (exterior and interior), camera-type side mirrors, 52 L front trunk | Airbags: two-stage front, front side, window (curtain) and driver knee; panoramic sunroof; THERMOTRONIC climate control; heated front seats with memory; rear-door sunblinds |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 160,000 km (private use) | 3 years |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km (EV high-voltage battery) | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.