Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Mahindra BE.6 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 Mahindra BE.6 is priced at ₹1,890,000. 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) | 79 kWh Lithium-ion |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | — |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric | — |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | Single-Speed |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 210 kW |
| Starter | Electric | Touch-based engine Start/Stop button |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 380 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours | 8 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) | 20% to 80% in just 20 minutes |
| Range | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) | 683 km |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen | 4-level multi-step manual adjustment coupled with an intelligent Auto Mode and a one-touch Single Pedal Drive function |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk | 455 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 2490 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 207 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 2070 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 4371 mm, 1907 mm, 1627 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2775 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | High-power Electric Power Steering column with a Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) matrix, mechanically supporting both Tilt & Telescopic adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror assembly |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) framework with dedicated rear AC ventilation grids |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) to 31.24 cm (12.3-inch) digital driver instrument cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | Multi-way power-adjustable front row seats accompanied by a plush cooled seating grid |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 31.24 cm (12.3-inch) high-definition twin super screens supporting 5G connectivity, built-in Alexa, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart remote proximity entry system backed by a secure NFC Key Card module |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically/Powered Adjustable ORVMs |
| Power Windows | Yes | One-touch express up/down power window panels on all doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Push Button Start/Stop system |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | Multi-functional foldable rear central armrest with deep beverage cup slots |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | Multi-functional foldable rear central armrest with deep beverage cup slots |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Leatherette Seat Upholstery |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | 16-speaker Harman Kardon Sonic Studio audio layout with Dolby Atmos processing on high variants |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Infinity Roof equipped with integrated customizable ambient lighting bands |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Multiple fast-charging 65W Type-C USB ports |
| Voice Command | Yes | Advanced AI voice command assistant built into the OS |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | High-output front-row drop-in wireless induction phone charging pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone integrated bumpers coupled with protective glossy black off-road cladding panels |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | C-shaped signature dual-function front LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front LED cornering and auto-booster fog lamp |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | High-intensity automatic LED headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically power-adjustable and auto-folding side mirrors featuring integrated sequential LED turn signals |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Rear Defogger |
| Roof Rails | — | Sleek integrated low-drag roof styling lines |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | C-shaped signature LED tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Brake-by-Wire system |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated second-row safety anchoring frame |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | 360-Degree Surround View Camera Suite |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Bumper-flush sonar proximity tracking modules |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Deep ForestFirestorm OrangeDesert MystDesert Myst SatinEverest WhiteTango RedEverest White SatinStealth Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
