Genesis GV60 JW vs Kia EV9 I: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Genesis · 2021–present
GV60 JW
- Power
- 168 kW228 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.8 s
- Top speed
- 185 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 2,050 kg
Kia · 2023–present
EV9 I
- Power
- 283 kW385 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.3 s
- Top speed
- 200 km/h
- Kerb mass
- -
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: GV60 JW 1 EV9 I 2
- Long trips GV60 JW Range: 561 km vs 503 km (estimated)
- Performance EV9 I 0–100 km/h: 5.3 s vs 7.8 s
- Off-road EV9 I Drive and body: All-wheel drive · SUV vs Rear-wheel drive · SUV
In plain words
Kia EV9 I is quicker: 0–100 km/h in 5.3 s against 7.8 s for Genesis GV60 JW. Genesis GV60 JW is the older design (from 2021); Kia EV9 I arrived in 2023. On the catalog figures, the Genesis GV60 JW is the pick for long trips; the Kia EV9 I is the pick for performance and off-road. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Kia EV9 I yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Race Stats side by side
Each figure is a 0–100 score from the catalog numbers, the same as on the 1CARS Race cards. PI is the overall performance index (100–999) and its class D–S.
| Stat | GV60 JW | EV9 I |
|---|---|---|
| PI | C · 459 | B · 580 |
| Power | 44 | 50 |
| Grip | 28 | 60 |
| Handling | 46 | 57 |
| Top speed | 33 | 38 |
| Launch | 44 | 61 |
Grip and handling are estimates from drive type, weight, height and body (hover a figure to see where it comes from). 1CARS Race
Who wins a race?
Quarter-mile (402 m) drag from a standing start, dry road, no reaction time - the 1CARS Race physics on the catalog figures of these versions.
- 1 EV9 ILong Range AWD 99.8 kWh · electric · 283 kW (385 PS) 13.81 sat 156 km/h
- 2 GV60 JWRWD 84 kWh · electric · 168 kW (228 PS) 15.75 sat 139 km/h · +1.94 s
Size and weight
| GV60 JW | EV9 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 1,890 mm74.4 in | 1,980 mm78.0 in +90 mm +3.5 in +4.8% |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm114.2 in | 3,100 mm122.0 in +200 mm +7.9 in +6.9% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Tight | No data |
Difference vs GV60 JW (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Genesis GV60 JW | Kia EV9 I | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | RWD 84 kWh · electric · 168 kW (228 PS) | Long Range AWD 99.8 kWh · electric · 283 kW (385 PS) |
| Production years | 2021–present | 2023–present |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Class | SUV / crossover | SUV / crossover |
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 168 kW (228 PS) 225 hp | 283 kW (385 PS) 380 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 168–478 kW (228–650 PS) 225–641 hp | 150–374 kW (204–508 PS) 201–502 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft Better |
| 0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. | 7.8 s | 5.3 s Better |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | 185 km/h 115 mph | 200 km/h 124 mph Better |
| Power per tonne | 82 kW/t 100 hp/ton calculated | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | 1-speed single-speed | No data |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,545 mm 178.9 in | No data |
| Width | 1,890 mm 74.4 in | 1,980 mm 78.0 in |
| Height | 1,580 mm 62.2 in | No data |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm 114.2 in | 3,100 mm 122.0 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 2,050 kg 4,519 lb | No data |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel cost per year | €750/year estimated | No data |
| Electric | ||
| Battery Why it matters: A bigger battery usually gives more range, but takes longer to charge fully. | 84 kWh | 100 kWh Better |
| Electric range Why it matters: A longer range means fewer charging stops on long journeys. | 561 km 349 mi Better | 503 km 313 mi |
| Energy use | 16.7 kWh/100 km | No data |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2022) | No data |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (4): Body, Class, Country, Fuel.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €0.30/kWh electricity.