Making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Opel Grandland 82kWh was announced in April 2024. It is powered by a 82.2 kWh usable, 86 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 564 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Front-wheel drive 157 kW (213 hp), enabling an acceleration of 9 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 52000 USD.
Alternatively, the Kia EV9 99kWh RWD officially made its debut in March 2023. Energy is supplied by a 99.8 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 541 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces Rear-wheel drive 150 kW (204 hp), enabling an acceleration of 9.4 sec 0-100 km/h (8.8 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 65000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | April 2024 | March 2023 |
| Release date | October 2024 | September 2023 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 157 kW (213 hp) | Rear-wheel drive 150 kW (204 hp) |
| Torque | 260 Nm (192 lb-ft) | 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 9 sec 0-100 km/h | 9.4 sec 0-100 km/h (8.8 sec 0-60 mph) |
| Top speed | 170 km/h (106 mph) | 190 km/h (118 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 82.2 kWh usable, 86 kWh total | 99.8 kWh total |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (400V type) | Liquid-cooled Lithium-ion Polymer (800V type) |
| Driving range | 564 km | 541 km |
| Consumption | 18.5 kWh/100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW | Type 2 7 kW, Type 2 11 kW |
| Charging station | CCS 160 kW max, 20-80% in 29 min | CCS 235 kW, 10-80% in 25 min |
| Additional | V1G, V2L (up to 3kW, 16A) | Vehicle to load (V2L) 3.6 kW, 230V electrical outlet in the trunk |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats | 5 door SUV, 6/7 seats |
| Dimensions | 4650 x 1905 x 1660 mm (183.1 x 75.0 x 65.4 in) | 5015 x 1980 x 1780 mm (197.4 x 78.0 x 70.1 in) |
| Weight | 2220 kg unladen, 2700 kg gross | 2501 kg unladen, 3070 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R20 | R19, R20, R21 |
| Trunk volume | 550 l, 1641 l max | 313 l, 2400 l max |
| Front trunk | No | 90 l |
| Others | - | Digital side mirrors |
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Display
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| Center screen | 16" touchscreen | 27" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 10" | 12.3" |
| Head-up display | Yes | Yes, projector type |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated/ventilated with massage front seats, heated outer rear seats | Heated and cooled front seats, heated outer rear seats; swivel seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass roof | Glass sunroof, fixed |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, autonomous park assist | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Miscellaneous | - | Tri-zone climate control |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system | Airbags: front, side, center, rear, head airbag system, driver's knee airbag |
| Driving aids | Cameras and radar, Active Lane Keeping assist, Lane positioning assist, Active blind spot monitoring, Automatic Emergency Braking System, Distance Alert System, Driver Attention Alert, Road Sign Recognition, High Beam assist, Blind spot monitoring | 2 LiDARs, cameras, 12 front/rear sensors. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Junction Turning/Crossing function, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning, High Beam Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Recognition, Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist, Front/Rear Parking Distance Warning, Safe Exit Assist |
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Misc
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| Price | 52000 USD | 65000 USD |