Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Renault Kwid 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 Renault Kwid is priced at ₹466,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Renault Kwid's 799 cc / 999 cc, producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) 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) | 799 cc / 999 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 28 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | — | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
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 | 279 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 1100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 184 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 710 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2422 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | Semi-Digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | — |
| 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 | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs (top) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
