Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Tata Nexon EV 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 Tata Nexon EV is priced at ₹1,249,000. 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) | High-Energy Density Lithium-Iron-Phosphate (LFP) chemistry with IP67 liquid cooling protection |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | — |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous AC Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 1-Speed Single-Stage Reduction Gearbox |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 106 kW |
| Starter | Electric | Electronic |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 215 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh | 45 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours | 6 hrs 36 min (SOC 10% to 100% from 7.2 kW AC fast charger) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) | CCS-II port that hooks up to 60 kW DC Fast Chargers, filling the battery from 10% to 80% in exactly 40 minutes |
| Range | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) | 489 km |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen | 4-level adjustable multi-mode regenerative braking operated via steering-mounted paddle shifters |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk | 350 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 1400 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 3995, 1802, 1625 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2498 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electric power-assisted steering wheel with Tilt adjustment functionality |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Electrochromic auto-dimming interior rearview mirror on higher specs |
| Central Locking | Yes | Smart speed-sensing auto-door central lock system with impact-sensing auto unlock |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic climate control paired with a single-zone front-row cooling system |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | 26.00 cm (10.25-inch) High-Definition Digital Cockpit / Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Cruise control system fitted with multi-level adjustments |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | 6-Way manually adjustable front seats with 3-stage driver & co-passenger seat ventilation |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 31.24 cm (12.3-inch) Cinematic Touchscreen by HARMAN with Arcade.ev app suite, wireless Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Passive keyless entry via smart proximity fob sensors |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Standard electrically adjustable mirrors with auto-folding convenience |
| Power Windows | Yes | Comfort touch-toggle power windows across all 4 doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Motor Start-Stop cabin button |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | Dedicated rear-facing climate conditioning ducts |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | Central fold-out armrest with integrated dual cupholders |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Premium perforated eco-leatherette upholstery on top-tier trims |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | 9-Speaker Premium JBL Cinematic Sound Array with a dedicated subwoofer on flagship variants |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof styled with remote open/close functionality |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | High-output Type-A and fast-charging Type-C USB ports mounted front and rear |
| Voice Command | Yes | Multi-lingual voice assistant managing sunroof, media, navigation, and climate controls |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Integrated inductive smartphone wireless charging pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone body-colored bumpers with rugged lower body cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Full-width connected LED Daytime Running Lamps with welcome and goodbye animations |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front LED fog lamps equipped with speed-sensitive cornering assistance |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | LED projector headlamp clusters with automatic rain-sensing and cornering lights |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding side mirrors finished in piano black with integrated sequential LED turn signals |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Integrated rear wash wiper assembly with a heating defogger grid |
| Roof Rails | — | Sporty aerodynamic roof rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Full-width X-factor connected sequential LED taillight arrays |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 215/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Intelligent electronic brake actuation control |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Active Hill Start Assist + Hill Descent Control |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated rear outer seat anchor points |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | 360-degree high-definition surround-view camera layout with a dynamic blind-view monitor |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Reverse distance sonar sensors with audible proximity warnings |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Real-time Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | OxidePure GreyOcean BluePristine WhiteDaytona Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
