Verdict
The RM79,668 gap is substantial: the Kia EV9 costs RM368,668 against the Toyota Harrier’s RM289,000, but brings seven seats, dual motors with 380 hp and 700 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 99.8-kWh battery rated for 505 km. Its 3,100-mm wheelbase is 410 mm longer, although the seven-seat layout leaves 333 litres of boot space versus the Harrier’s 396 litres. The Harrier is the easier-sized five-seater, has pre-collision braking and an unlimited-mileage five-year vehicle warranty. Choose the EV9 for electric, family-hauling ability; the Harrier for lower entry cost and conventional hybrid ownership.
EV9
Pick the Kia EV9 if you need seven seats, 505 km of EV range and 380 hp/700 Nm all-wheel-drive performance.
Harrier
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you want a RM289,000 five-seat hybrid with a larger 396-litre boot and pre-collision braking.
Key differences
- Price: Kia EV9 RM368,668; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Seating: Kia EV9 seven seats; Toyota Harrier five seats.
- Powertrain output: Kia EV9 380 hp and 700 Nm; Toyota Harrier 175 hp/221 Nm engine plus 118 hp/202 Nm motor.
- EV range/battery: Kia EV9 505 km from 99.8 kWh; Toyota Harrier has no EV range or battery capacity listed.
- Dimensions: Kia EV9 5,015 mm long with 3,100 mm wheelbase; Toyota Harrier 4,740 mm long with 2,690 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Kia EV9 333 litres; Toyota Harrier 396 litres.
EV9
- Seven-seat cabin with third-row air vents and ISOFIX on the second and third rows.
- 380 hp, 700 Nm dual-motor all-wheel drive.
- 99.8-kWh battery, 505-km range, 350-kW DC charging and 3.6-kW V2L.
- RM79,668 more expensive than the Harrier.
- 333-litre boot is 63 litres smaller than the Harrier’s.
- Five-year vehicle warranty is capped at 150,000 km, versus unlimited mileage for the Harrier.
Harrier
- RM79,668 cheaper and carries RM830 annual road tax versus RM515 for the EV9.
- 396-litre boot is 63 litres larger.
- Gets pre-collision braking, rear cross-traffic alert with braking and a front and rear digital video recorder.
- Five seats versus the EV9’s seven.
- Front-wheel drive and 175 hp/221 Nm engine output trail the EV9’s 380 hp/700 Nm all-wheel-drive system.
- No EV-only range, DC charging or V2L capability.
| 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 at 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm at 3,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 87.5 mm × 103.4 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 | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Centre Airbag) | 7 (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.
Used EV9 & Harrier for sale
EV9 vs Harrier FAQ
Is the Kia EV9 or Toyota Harrier better?
The EV9 is better for a large family needing seven seats, 505 km EV range and all-wheel drive. The Harrier is better for a lower RM289,000 purchase price, a larger boot and hybrid petrol refuelling.
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 has more luggage space, the Kia EV9 or Toyota Harrier?
The Toyota Harrier has 396 litres of boot space, 63 litres more than the Kia EV9’s 333 litres. The EV9 counters with seven seats, while the Harrier has five.
