Comparing the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel 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 Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel is available at a price on request, while the Kia EV9 is priced at ₹13,000,000. On the engine front, the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel comes with a 2996 cc unit compared to the Kia EV9's N/A (Electric), producing 300 bhp 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 | 12V Mild Hybrid Battery | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 2996 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel (Ingenium, Mild Hybrid) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60-65 litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Diesel Mild Hybrid | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-speed Automatic | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Mileage | 13-15 km/l | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | — |
| Power | 300 bhp | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Start | Electric |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 700 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 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 | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 650 litres | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2,050 kg | 2600 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,803 mm x 1,937 mm x 1,665 mm | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2,874 mm | 3100 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Power Adjustable with Memory | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Four-zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - Front + 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | Pivi Pro Touchscreen with Navigation | 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 | Premium Windsor Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Meridian Signature Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Multiple USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front and Rear Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 285/45 R21 |
| Tyre Type | Performance Tyres | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | — | Yes |
| Airbags | Multiple | 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 | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Santorini Black, Fuji White, Eiger Grey, Portofino Blue, Lantau Bronze, Hakuba Silver, Belgravia Green, Deep Satin Blue | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.7 |
