Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 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) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | — | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (DSG) |
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 | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless 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) | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix 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 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| 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 | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
