Comparing the Kia EV9 and the BMW X3 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 X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) 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 | N/A (Electric) | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | — | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
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 | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| 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 Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 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) | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| 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 | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| 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 | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
