Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Hyundai Exter 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 Hyundai Exter is priced at ₹649,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Hyundai Exter's 1197 cc, producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm 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) | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | — | 19.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | 5-Speed Manual |
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 | 391 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 912 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket |
| Voice Command | Yes | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Available (Integrated with ESC) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline/Digital |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
