Car comparison
BMW i5 vs Kia EV9
M60 xDrive vs GT-Line 99.8 kWh: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Same powertrain (EV)
Nearby budgets (8.4% gap)
BMW i5 M60 xDrive is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
BMW i5
M60 xDrive
|
Kia EV9
GT-Line 99.8 kWh
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹1,19,50,000 | ₹1,29,91,311 |
| Variant | M60 xDrive | GT-Line 99.8 kWh |
| Brand | BMW | Kia |
| Model | i5 | EV9 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Powertrain | EV | EV |
| Engine / battery | - | - |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric |
| Primary specs | Automatic · Electric | Automatic · Electric |
| Price difference Gap ₹10,41,311 · 8.4% | Lower | Higher |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | BMW i5 M60 xDrive | Kia EV9 GT-Line 99.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 601 bhp | — |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 795 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | No | — |
| Battery | Lithium Ion, 83.9 kWh | Lithium Ion, 99.8 kWh, Placed Under Floor Pan |
| Electric Motor | Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle) | Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle) |
| Top Speed | 230 kmph | 200 kmph |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds (claimed) |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| Driving Range | 516 km | — |
| Pure Electric Driving Mode | Yes | — |
| DC Fast Charging | — | 10-80 % : 24 mins, 350 kW charger |
| Officially Certified Range (km) | — | 561 km ARAI Certified Range & 561 km MIDC Certified Range |
| Vehicle to load technology (V2L) | — | Yes |
| Portable EV Charging Cable | — | Yes |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic, Sport Mode | Automatic, Sport Mode |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | Torque-On-Demand | Full-time |
| Chassis Type | — | Unibody/Monocoque Frame |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 5060 mm * 1900 mm * 1505 mm | 5015 mm * 1980 mm * 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 3100 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 Seats and 2 Rows | 6 Seats and 3 Rows |
| Doors | 4 Doors | 5 Doors |
| Ground Clearance | 136 mm | 198 mm (unladen) |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 245 / 40 R20 | 275 / 50 R20 |
| Rear Tyres | 275 / 35 R20 | 275 / 50 R20 |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | No | — |
| Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres |
| Warranty | ||
| Battery Warranty | 8 Years / 160000 Km | — |
| ADAS & Active Safety | ||
| ADAS | Level 1 | Level 2 |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Chrome | Chrome |
| Exterior Door | Chrome Door Handles Finish | Body Coloured Door Handles |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | 490 L | — |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Captain Seats |
| Wheels and Tyres | ||
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | Front 36 psi · Rear 37 psi (cold) | Front 36 psi · Rear 36 psi (cold) |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Input Methods | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming) | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming) |
| Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna |
| Voice Assistant | — | Alexa |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Fuel Consumption | Distance to Empty | Distance to Empty |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Wrappings | Wrapped Steering Wheel | — |
| Scuff Plates | — | Metallic |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | Automatic, Sport Mode | Automatic, Sport Mode |
| Seating Capacity | 4 Seats and 2 Rows | 6 Seats and 3 Rows |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Electric Range | 516 km | 561 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Boot Space | 490 L | 333 L |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 5060 x 1900 x 1505 mm | 5015 x 1980 x 1780 mm |
| Height | 1505 mm | 1780 mm |
| Length | 5060 mm | 5015 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 3100 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 136 mm | 198 mm (unladen) |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | — | McPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi Link |
| Advanced Suspension Features | — | No |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | — | Disc (Front & Rear) |
| Engine | ||
| Horsepower | — | 379 bhp |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | BMW i5 M60 xDrive | Kia EV9 GT-Line 99.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Not available |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes | - |
| Emergency Call | Yes | Yes |
| Tire Repair Kit | Yes | Not available |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
| Downhill Assist Control | - | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| NCAP Safety Rating | - | Yes |
| Exterior | ||
| LED Headlights | Yes | - |
| Auto High Beam | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | - | Yes |
| Roof Rails | - | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | - | Not available |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Yes | Not available |
| Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
| Heads-Up Display | Yes | Yes |
| Connected Services | Yes | Yes |
| OTA Updates | Yes | Yes |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Not available | - |
| AM/FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Amazon Alexa | - | Yes |
| Gesture Control | - | Not available |
| Comfort | ||
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | Yes | Yes |
| Massage Seats | Not available | Yes |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Not available | Yes |
| Cup Holders | - | Yes |
| Sunglass Holder | - | Yes |
| Cabin Boot Access | - | Yes |
| Glovebox Cooler | - | Yes |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | - | Yes |
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