Comparing the BMW M5 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 M5 is available at ₹18,999,000, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the BMW M5 comes with a 4395 cc unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 727 bhp (combined system output) 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 | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 4395 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | M xDrive AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol + PHEV | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 10.5 kmpl (approx) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 | — |
| Power | 727 bhp (combined system output) | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 1000 Nm (combined) | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) | 99.8 kWh |
| Charging Time | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) |
| Range | 67 km EV range | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3050 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 128 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2440 kg | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 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 (M Integral Active 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 Curved Display (M-specific) | 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 Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating | 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 | 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 | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof | 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 - M-specific wide body | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS + Track mode | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM + 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 | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.8 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
