Comparing the MG Astor 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 MG Astor is available at ₹1,101,000, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the MG Astor comes with a 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) 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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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L NA Petrol / 1.3L Turbo Petrol | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT (NA) / CVT (NA AT) / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (NA) / 4 (Turbo) | — |
| Power | 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 220 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Turbo) | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / CVT | 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 | 443 Litres | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 183 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1250 kg | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4323 mm / 1809 mm / 1648 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2585 mm | 3100 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front + 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | 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 | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Infinity 6-Speaker System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top) | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - VDIM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackStarburst WhiteAurora SilverGlazy RedCandy White | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
