Comparing the Kia EV9 and the BMW M5 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia EV9 is available at ₹13,000,000, while the BMW M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 727 bhp (combined system output) 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) | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | — | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 8 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) | — |
| Range | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
