Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Tata Safari 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 Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 168–170 PS @ 3750 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) | 12V |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | FWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | — | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 350 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic |
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 | 420 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | No |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| 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) | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | JBL |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Multiple |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 |
| 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 |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
