Comparing the BMW M340i 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 M340i is available at ₹8,499,000, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm 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 | 2998 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | — |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M 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 | 480 Litres | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 3100 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | 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 - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | Yes - Front + 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 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 | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & 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 - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | 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 | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
