Comparing the Kia EV9 and the BMW X7 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 X7 is priced at ₹14,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW X7's 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8), producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) 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) | 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 3.0L B58 Petrol (xDrive40i) / 3.0L B57 Diesel (xDrive40d) / 4.4L V8 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 105 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | — | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 6 / 8 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 500 Nm (6-cyl) / 700 Nm (Diesel) / 750 Nm (V8) |
| 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 | 326 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 3100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 241 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 2445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 5151 mm / 2000 mm / 1805 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 3105 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row (4-Zone) Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | Yes - Front + 2nd Row (Massage) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 14.9-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | Yes - Individual 4-Zone |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | Yes - 2nd Row Executive Lounge |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (32-Speaker) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes - USB-C throughout |
| 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 (Crown Shape) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 275/50 R20 (front) / 315/45 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch / 22-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes - DSC + xDrive + ADB |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - Surround View + 3D View |
| 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 | Mineral WhiteCarbon BlackBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit GreyCopper Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
