Comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Kia EV9 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available at ₹6,199,000, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with a 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) and 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L M254 EQ Boost Mild Hybrid Petrol / 2.0L Diesel OM654 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Electric |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
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 | 455 Litres | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 112 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1635 kg | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 3100 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Instrument Display | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (8-way) | Yes - Front + 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Individual Rear Controls |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available (Integrated) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 (front) / 245/45 R18 (rear) | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - BAS Plus | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with EBP | Yes - VDIM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
