Side-by-side comparison · Carivo expert scores & specs
| Specification |
★ Best Overall
EV
2024 Mercedes-Benz
EQS
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|
EV
2024 Kia
EV9
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|
|---|---|---|
| Carivo Score |
9.3
/10
Winner
| 9.0 /10 |
| Reliability | 9.3 ★ | 8.7 |
| Safety | 8.9 ★ | 8.7 |
| Value | 8.7 | 9.3 ★ |
| Performance | 9.1 | 9.2 ★ |
| Technology | 9.8 ★ | 9.3 |
| Category | EV | EV |
| Price Range | $105,450 – $125,000 | $54,900 – $73,400 |
| Fuel / Range | ⚡ Electric | ⚡ Electric |
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Verdict | Class-defining | Class-defining |
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS earns a Carivo score of 9.3/10 — Class-defining. It is a EV starting at $105,450, fully electric, seating 5 passengers.
The 2024 Kia EV9 earns a Carivo score of 9.0/10 — Class-defining. It is a EV starting at $54,900, fully electric, seating 7 passengers.
Carivo scores are calculated across five expert-evaluated dimensions: reliability, safety, value for money, performance, and technology. A score of 8.5+ is exceptional; 7.5–8.4 is recommended; 6.5–7.4 is good. Scores range from 1 (poor) to 10 (outstanding).