Comparing the Kia EV9 and the BMW Z4 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 Z4 is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW Z4's 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i), producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) 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 (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 52 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | — | 11 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) |
| 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 | 281 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 132 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 2 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Single-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 (M40i) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 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 | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | N/A (2-seater) |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes - USB-C |
| 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 | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Roadster) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS (M40i) |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
