Kia EV9 GT-Line 2025 vs Porsche 718 EV (Boxster/Cayman)

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thumb image Kia EV9 GT-Line 2025 US$ 73,900
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thumb image Porsche 718 EV (Boxster/Cayman) US$ 80,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Kia Porsche
Model EV9 GT-Line 2025 718 EV (Boxster / Cayman)
Vehicle Type Electric Electric Sports Car
Trims Light, Wind, Land, and GT-Line Standard, S, GTS (expected)
Release Date April 2025 2025 (expected)
Status Available Upcoming
Made In South Korea Germany
Body Type SUV 2-Door Coupe / Convertible
Vehicle Warranty 5 years/60,000 miles 4 years / 50,000 miles (expected)
Colors Standard Colors: Snow White Pearl, Midnight Lake Blue, Pebble Gray Premium Colors: Panthera Metal (matte, extra cost), Ocean Blue (GT-Line exclusive) Multiple Porsche custom colors (White, Black, Guards Red, Racing Yellow, Metallic options, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Electric Motor Dual electric motors (AWD) or single rear motor (RWD)
Horsepower 379 hp 450–500 hp (expected)
Torque 516 lb-ft 500 Nm (est.)
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds 0–60 mph in ~3.5 sec (est.)
Top Speed 124 mph 155 mph (250 km/h)
Range 270 miles 250–300 miles (WLTP est.)
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD) RWD standard, AWD optional

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NCM) Lithium-ion, 800V architecture
Battery Capacity 99.8 kWh 80–100 kWh (expected)
Power Consumption 2.8 mi/kWh (36 kWh/100 mi) 17–20 kWh / 100 km
Battery Warranty 10 years / 100,000 miles (70% capacity retention) 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected)
Home Charging Speed 9.5 hrs Up to 11 kW AC
Supercharging Speed 10 to 80% in 24 mins Up to 270 kW (Porsche fast charging)
DC Fast Charging Speed 350 kW 5–80% in ~20 minutes
Miles of Range added Per Hour 20–25 miles/hour 35 miles (home AC), ~200 miles in 15 min (DC fast)
Charging Time (DC 10-80%): Around 20-25 minutes 8–9 hours (AC home), <30 min (DC)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (North America) CCS Combo
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V, 1.4 kW): Included (portable cable). Level 2 (240V, 11.5 kW): Requires separate hardwired or NEMA 14-50 wall charger (e.g., Kia’s recommended 48A charger). Porsche Mobile Charger Connect / Wallbox
Onboard Charger Power 10.9 kW 11–22 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 197.2 in (5,010 mm) 4,400 mm (173 in)
Width 77.9 in (1,980 mm) 1,800 mm (71 in)
Height 68.9 in (1,750 mm) 1,280 mm (50 in)
Wheelbase 122.0 in (3,100 mm) 2,480 mm (97 in)
Ground Clearance 7.5 in (191 mm) 120 mm (est.)
Cargo Space 81.9 cu ft 150 liters (front + rear)
Curb Weight 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg) 1,750–1,850 kg (est.)
No. of Doors 5 Doors (including liftgate) 2
Seating Capacity 6 or 7 Seater 2

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Sport Alloy Wheel Alloy (Porsche Design)
Wheel Size 21-inch 19"–21" (depending on trim)
Front Tire 265/45 R21 235/35 R19 (est.)
Rear Tire 265/45 R21 265/35 R20 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Rack-mounted motor-driven power steering Electric Power Steering Plus
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic (EV)
Turning Radius 39.4 ft (12.0 m) 10.5 m
Gear Box Direct-drive Single-speed reduction
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut Adaptive McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link, adaptive dampers

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes Not available, Porsche InnoDrive driver assist
Navigation System Yes Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with AI route planner
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Dual-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input 6x USB-C, 12V Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes No (convertible option instead)
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 12.3" touchscreen 10.9" center display + digital cockpit
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth 5.0, multi-device Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 14 Speakers 10 (Bose) or 12–14 (Burmester optional)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Brake Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Disc Brake Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 airbags (Front, side, curtain, front-center) 6 (front, side, knee)
Rear Seat Belt 3-point belts for all seats Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes 360° view system
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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