BMW i5 eDrive40 2025 vs Kia EV9 GT-Line

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thumb image BMW i5 eDrive40 2025 US$ 68,000
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thumb image Kia EV9 GT-Line US$ 73,900

BASIC INFO

Brand BMW Kia
Model i5 eDrive40 2025 EV9 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric SUV
Trims i5 eDrive40, i5 xDrive40, and BMW M60 i5 Touring Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line
Release Date July 2025 Q2 2025 (Expected)
Status Available Upcoming
Made In Germany South Korea
Body Type Sedan SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 Year / 50,000 miles 5 years / 60,000 miles (Battery: 10 years / 100,000 miles)
Colors Alpine White, Black Sapphire, etc. (+ custom) Snow White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Pebble Gray, Iceberg Green, Ocean Blue

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single permanent-magnet motor Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual Motor for AWD trims)
Horsepower 335 hp Up to 379 hp (GT-Line)
Torque 317 lb-ft Up to 516 lb-ft
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds 0–60 mph in ~5.0 seconds (GT-Line)
Top Speed 120 mph 124 mph (200 km/h)
Range 295 miles 300–336 miles (EPA estimated)
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) RWD (Base) / AWD (Higher trims)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NMC) Lithium-Ion Polymer
Battery Capacity 84.3 kWh / 81.2 kWh 76.1 kWh (Base), 99.8 kWh (Long Range)
Power Consumption 3.3 mi/kWh 21 kWh/100 miles
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 10 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed (AC 240V, 11 kW) 8.5 hrs (0–100%) 11 kW
Supercharging Speed 205 kW (10–80% in 30 mins) Up to 350 kW
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 205 kW 10–80% in ~25 minutes
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30–35 miles/hour 35 miles (AC), ~200 miles in 15 mins (DC)
Charging Time 10-80%: 31 minutes (DC fast charger) and Full Charge: 8 hours (Level 2 charger) 8 hours (AC), ~25 minutes (DC)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (North America) / Type 2 (EU) CCS Combo
Home Charging Options Included Charger and Wallbox Support of 11 kW Level 2 (optional in some markets) Level 1 & Level 2 (Wallbox)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW AC (48A) 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 199.2 in (5,060 mm) 197.4 inches
Width 74.8 in (1,900 mm) 77.9 inches
Height 59.6 in (1,514 mm) 70.1 inches
Wheelbase 117.9 in (2,995 mm) 122 inches
Ground Clearance 5.1 in (130 mm) 7.8 inches
Cargo Space 17.1 cu ft (trunk) 20.2 cu ft (seats up), 81.9 cu ft (folded)
Curb Weight 4,650 lbs (2,110 kg) 5,700 – 6,200 lbs
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 6 or 7

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels Alloy
Wheel Size 19-inch 19 to 21 inches
Front Tire 245/45 R19 255/60R19 to 285/45R21
Rear Tire 245/45 R19 255/60R19 to 285/45R21

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Transmission Automatic Single Speed Automatic
Turning Radius 40.4 ft (12.3 m) 19.4 ft
Gear Box Direct-Drive Direct Drive
Front Suspension Double-wishbone MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-Link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Driving Assistant Professional (Standard: Lane-keeping, traffic-aware cruise) Kia Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2)
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Tri-Zone Automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input No Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Optional Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Optional Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless
Android Auto Yes Wireless
Touchscreen 14.9" Curved Display 12.3-inch dual screen + 5-inch HVAC screen
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth 5.2 (Dual-phone pairing, audio streaming) Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 12-Speaker Up to 14 (Meridian Sound System)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Regenerative + Disc
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Brakes Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Brakes Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 10 Airbags (Front, knee, side, curtain) 10
Rear Seat Belt 3-Point Belts Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes (Front & Rear)
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes (360° view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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