Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 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 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is priced at ₹16,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV's N/A (Electric), producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 544 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC SUV) 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) | 108.4 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | AWD (4MATIC) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | Single-Speed |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 544 bhp (EQS 580 4MATIC SUV) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 858 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh | 108.4 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours | DC Fast: ~31 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) | Yes - DC (200 kW) |
| Range | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) | 660 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk | 658 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 3600 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 2895 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 5125 mm / 1959 mm / 1718 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 3210 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (rear-axle steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | MBUX Hyperscreen 56-inch curved array |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | Yes - Front + 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | MBUX Hyperscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| 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) | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | Burmester 15-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | 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 | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 265/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 21-inch 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 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackSodalite BlueEmerald GreenVelvet BrownHigh-Tech SilverAlpinGrau UnilackOpalith WhiteBlack LacquerSelenit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
