Comparing the MG Hector 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 Hector is available at ₹1,464,000, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the MG Hector comes with a 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (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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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Electric |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | 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 | 587 Litres | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 192 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1584 kg (Diesel) | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2750 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 | 14-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 Sound System - 6 Speakers | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | 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 - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/65 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° Camera | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
