Comparing the BYD Seal 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 BYD Seal is available at ₹4,199,000, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the BYD Seal comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 308 bhp (RWD) / 523 bhp (AWD) 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 | Blade LFP 82.56 kWh | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual or Single) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Power | 308 bhp (RWD) / 523 bhp (AWD) | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 360 Nm (RWD) / 670 Nm (AWD) | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 82.56 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~26 min (10-80%) | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (150 kW) | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) |
| Range | 650 km - WLTP (RWD) | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 400 Litres + 50 L frunk | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 150 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1975 kg (AWD) | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4800 mm / 1875 mm / 1460 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2920 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 | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive ADAS | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - Front + 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 15.6-inch Rotating Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | 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 | Leather / Nappa Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Dynaudio 12-Speaker | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C + V2L | 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 | LED Matrix Headlamps | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R19 | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch 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 - iTAC | 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 |
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| Color Options | Aurora WhiteCosmos BlackAtlantic GreyShark Grey | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
