BMW i5 vs Kia EV9
Compare prices, claimed and real-world range, battery capacity, charging, performance, space and ownership-relevant specifications side by side.
Updated 23 September 2026 · Specifications can vary by variant and model year.
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Comparison overview
| Specification | BMW i5 | Kia EV9 |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | M60 xDrive | GT-Line 99.8 kWh |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹1.20 Cr | ₹1.30 Cr |
| Claimed range | 516 km | 561 km |
| Real-world range | 413 km | 445 km |
| Battery capacity | 83.9 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Motor power | 442 kW | 282.62 kW |
| DC fast charge | 30m | 24m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 6 seats |
What the numbers say
- BMW i5 has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹1.20 Cr.
- Kia EV9 has the highest displayed claimed range at 561 km.
- Kia EV9 has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 24m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
Kia EV9
561 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
Kia EV9
₹1.30 Cr for 561 km
Best Performance
Winner
BMW i5
442 kW, 0-100 in 3.8s
Best for City
Winner
BMW i5
6.2 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
Kia EV9
0-80% in 24 min
Most Spacious
Winner
BMW i5
490L boot, 5 seats
Winners are calculated from the displayed specifications. They are not paid rankings and should be considered alongside price, charging access and your daily usage.
Detailed specifications
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹1.20 Cr | ₹1.30 Cr |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 1 Jan 2024 | 1 Oct 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 516 km | 561 km Best |
| Real World Range | 413 km | 445 km Best |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh | 99.8 kWh Best |
| Efficiency | 6.2 km/kWh Best | 5.6 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 30m | 24m Best |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 9 hrs Best | 24 hrs |
| Motor Power | 442 kW Best | 282.62 kW |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h Best | 200 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8s Best | 5.3s |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 6 seats Best |
| Boot Space | 490 L Best | 333 L |
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Data and comparison methodology
Prices are ex-showroom unless stated otherwise. Claimed range comes from the applicable certification or manufacturer figure stored in the BestEV catalogue; real-world range is shown separately when available. Charging times depend on the charger, battery temperature and stated charge window. Confirm the current variant, price and warranty with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before buying.
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