Volvo EX90 or Kia EV9?

Hi,

About to pay a deposit on a 251 Volvo EX90 and I was in two minds versus the Kia EV9.

I've asked the salesman about the Google software issue which seems to be the only issue in reading online.

We want/need an electric seven-seater as we will buy through my husband's company if the most tax-efficient way.

Currently driving a 2.0-litre, seven-seat Discovery HSE and while I love it, the repayments are too high.

Really need opinion on whether we should be go for it - offer seems too good to be trusted, but Volvo seems to be selling off its 2025 demos so husband isn't worried - it's reduced by €30,000.

Simone Leahy (Killarney)

Nov 2025 Filed under: choosing new car

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Expert answer

Hi Simone,

I'm assuming you're trying to choose between that ex-demo Volvo and a brand-new Kia EV9, as we wouldn't usually consider these cars to be direct rivals, despite the fact they're both electric and can seat seven people.

The Volvo is supposedly the more luxurious car and brand for sure, and it's a very impressive vehicle. I too would be worried about the software, however, unless there's evidence that it has been updated to a newer version.

A new Kia EV9 would come with a much longer warranty and Kia also has a great reputation for reliability, so it's probably the safer bet. Saying that, the EV9 is also a lovely car, very well specified and spacious.

Make sure you drive examples of both to help you decide – and do let us know which way you go.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor