Comparing the BMW 5 Series and the Kia EV9 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW 5 Series is available at ₹7,499,000, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the BMW 5 Series comes with a 1998 cc (4-cyl) / 2998 cc (6-cyl) unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 252 bhp (520i) / 374 bhp (M550i) / 190 bhp (520d) and 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 1998 cc (4-cyl) / 2998 cc (6-cyl) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / xDrive AWD (top) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 15.17 kmpl (520d) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 / 6 | — |
| Power | 252 bhp (520i) / 374 bhp (M550i) / 190 bhp (520d) | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 350 Nm (520i) / 500 Nm (M550i) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 99.8 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) |
| Range | — | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 520 Litres | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1790 kg | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4996 mm / 1900 mm / 1510 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 3100 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering optional) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Lane Change Assist | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | Yes - Front + 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Individual Rear Controls |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker (top) | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof / Sky Lounge Panoramic (top) | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps / Laserlight (top) | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 245/45 R19 (top) | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - VDIM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | M Carbon Black metallicMineral White metallicOxide Grey metallicPhytonic BlueSparkling Copper Grey metallic | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
