BMW i5 vs Kia EV9 - Which One Should You Buy

BMW i5 vs Kia EV9 Comparison at CarHP India. Compare BMW i5 and Kia EV9 Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The BMW i5 comes in 1 variants. The selected variant is priced at ₹1.20 Cr. The cheapest variant, M60 xDrive, costs ₹1.20 Cr, while the top-end variant, M60 xDrive, is priced at ₹1.20 Cr. The Kia EV9 comes in 1 variants. The selected variant is priced at ₹1.30 Cr. The cheapest variant, GT Line, costs ₹1.30 Cr, while the top-end variant, GT Line, is priced at ₹1.30 Cr.

Specification	BMW i5	Kia EV9
Price	₹119.50 Lakh	₹129.90 Lakh
Engine	Electric	Electric
Range	516 km km	561 km km
Motor	-	Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Transmission	-	1-Speed

Price

₹119.50 Lakh

₹129.90 Lakh

Engine

Electric

Range

516 km km

561 km km

Motor

Permanent Magnet Synchronous

Transmission

1-Speed

BMW i5

₹ 1.20 Cr

M60 xDrive

Kia EV9

₹ 1.30 Cr

GT Line

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

592.73bhp

379bhp

Max Torque

795Nm

700Nm

Battery Capacity

83.9 kWh kWh

99.8 kWh

Battery Saver

Charging Port

CCS-II

Performance Specifications

Acceleration 0 100kmph

5.3

Drive Mode Types

ECO | NORMAL | SPORT

Paddle Shifters

Fuel Specifications

Battery Type

Lithium lon

Emission Norm Compliance

ZEV

Fuel Type

Electric

Max Range

516 km km

561 km km

Dimensions and Design

Ground Clearance

136 mm

198 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

136 mm

198 mm

Height

1505 mm

1780 mm

Length

5060 mm

5015 mm

Wheelbase

2995 mm

3100 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

333 Litres

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Tyre Size

275/ 50 R20

Tyre Type

Tubeless Radial

Wheel Covers

Not Available

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Ventilated Disc

Disc

Front Suspension

Multi link suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

Ventilated Disc

Disc

Rear Suspension

Multi link suspension

Multi-link suspension

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Adaptive Cruise Control

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Pinch Power Windows

Driver and Passenger

Anti Theft Alarm

Interior Features

Ambient Light Colour Numbers

Digital Cluster

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Upholstery

Leatherette

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height & Reach

Air Conditioner

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Antenna

Shark Fin

Apple Carplay

Bluetooth Connectivity

Digital Car Key

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Powered

Hands-Free

Fog Lights

Front

Rear

Led Drls

Led Fog Lamps

Led Headlamps

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

BMW i5 - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹95,60,000

Interest: 9.5%

₹9,08,200

Down Payment (20%)

₹23,90,000

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹2,00,778/month

Kia EV9 - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹1,03,92,000

Interest: 9.5%

₹9,87,240

Down Payment (20%)

₹25,98,000

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹2,18,251/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in BMW i5

Powerful electric powertrain with impressive acceleration (especially M60 xDrive).
Long electric range (realistic 400-450 km).

Things We Like in Kia EV9

ARAI-certified 561 km range is among the longest in this segment.
DC fast charging covers 10% to 80% in just 24 minutes.

Things We Don't Like in BMW i5

High price point, typical for a CBU luxury EV.
Ground clearance might be a concern on some Indian roads (136mm).

Things We Don't Like in Kia EV9

AWD-only means no efficiency-focused rear-wheel-drive variant is available.
No spare tyre, only a Tyre Mobility Kit is provided.

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