Comparing the BMW Z4 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 Z4 is available at ₹8,999,000, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) 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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| Battery | — | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | — |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 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 | 281 Litres | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | 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 | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes - Individual Rear Controls |
| Rear Seat Armrest | N/A (2-seater) | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L |
| Voice Command | — | 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 | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Roadster) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS (M40i) | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - VDIM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
