Comparing the BMW iX 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 iX is available at ₹11,999,000, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) 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 | 111.5 kWh NMC (xDrive50) / 76.6 kWh (xDrive40) | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Power | 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 630 Nm (xDrive40) / 765 Nm (xDrive50) / 1100 Nm (M60) | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 111.5 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~35 min (10-80%) / AC: ~11 hours (22 kW) | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (200 kW) | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) |
| Range | 630 km - WLTP (xDrive50) | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen (B mode) | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres + 80 L frunk | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2530 kg (xDrive50) | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4953 mm / 1967 mm / 1696 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 3100 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Professional | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | 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 Plus | 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 | Microfibre / Veganza / Merino Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (30-Speaker) | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - Integrated LED | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/50 R21 (front) / 275/45 R21 (rear) | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive + ADB | Yes - VDIM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Surround View | 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 | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireArctic Race BlueSophisto GreyStorm BayAlpine WhiteDark GraphiteAventurin Red MetallicDune Grey | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
