BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Kia |
Mercedes-Benz |
| Model |
EV9 Wind 2025 |
GLC EV (GLC with EQ Technology) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric |
Electric Compact Luxury SUV |
| Trims |
Light, Wind, Land, and GT-Line |
GLC 300+ (RWD), GLC 400 4Matic (AWD) (plus possible additional options/packages) |
| Release Date |
April 2025 |
Unveiled Sept 2025; market launch expected late 2026 → early 2027 (staggered by region) |
| Status |
Available |
Unreleased/Pre-production → Production scheduled (late 2026+ depending on market) |
| Made In |
South Korea |
Germany (Bremen) — plus regional production in China and planned lines depending on market |
| Body Type |
SUV |
5-door compact luxury crossover SUV |
| Vehicle Warranty |
5 years/60,000 miles |
Manufacturer standard warranty |
| Colors |
Standard Colors: Snow White Pearl, Midnight Lake Blue, Pebble Gray Premium Colors: Panthera Metal (matte, extra cost), Ocean Blue (GT-Line exclusive) |
Multiple factory colors and special finishes (standard Mercedes palette + optional special paints) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Single Electric Motor |
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor(s) |
| Horsepower |
215 hp / 379 hp |
hp (estimate from available specs) |
| Torque |
258 lb-ft / 516 lb-ft |
504 Nm (reported/estimated) |
| Acceleration |
0-60 mph in 8.8 or 5.7 seconds |
4.4 s (0–60 mph ≈ 4.4 s reported) |
| Top Speed |
115 mph / 124 mph |
210 km/h (manufacturer / press reports) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion (NCM) |
650–713 km WLTP (multiple sources |
| Battery Capacity |
99.8 kWh |
NMC lithium-ion cell chemistry |
| Power Consumption |
3.2 mi/kWh (31 kWh/100 mi) RWD / 2.9 mi/kWh (34 kWh/100 mi) AWD |
94–94.5 kWh (nominal pack quoted in press |
| Battery Warranty |
10 years / 100,000 miles (70% capacity retention) |
Manufacturer battery warranty typical for Mercedes |
| Home Charging Speed |
9.5 hrs |
AC Level 2 up to typical onboard capability |
| Supercharging Speed |
10 to 80% in 24 mins |
320–330 kW (800V |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
350 kW |
320 kW |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
25–30 miles/hour |
Varies by charger |
| Charging Time |
(DC 10-80%): Around 20-25 minutes |
Manufacturer/press cite very fast numbers — example: ~10 min |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS1 (North America) |
8–12 hours typical if ~11 kW) |
| Home Charging Options |
Level 1 (120V, 1.4 kW): Included (portable cable). Level 2 (240V, 11.5 kW): Requires separate hardwired or NEMA 14-50 wall charger (e.g., Kia’s recommended 48A charger). |
Wallbox (recommended) |
| Onboard Charger Power |
10.9 kW |
Likely ~11 kW (estimate / common for this class) |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
197.2 in (5,010 mm) |
(~4.7–4.9 m depending on spec) |
| Width |
77.9 in (1,980 mm) |
width (~1.9 m) |
| Height |
68.9 in (1,750 mm) |
Compact SUV height (with aerodynamic roofline) |
| Wheelbase |
122.0 in (3,100 mm) |
Extended vs current ICE GLC |
| Ground Clearance |
7.5 in (191 mm) |
Adjustable (air suspension / Airmatic) |
| Cargo Space |
81.9 cu ft |
20.1 cu ft (rear) up to ~61.4 cu ft |
| Curb Weight |
5,800 lbs (2,630 kg) |
likely in the 2,100–2,500 kg range |
| No. of Doors |
5 Doors (including liftgate) |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
6 or 7 Seater |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy Wheel |
Alloy wheels |
| Wheel Size |
20-inch |
Common options 19″–22″ depending on trim/package |
| Front Tire |
255/55 R20 |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
| Rear Tire |
255/55 R20 |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Rack-mounted motor-driven power steering |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Single-speed automatic |
Single-speed reduction per motor (EV) |
| Turning Radius |
39.4 ft (12.0 m) |
Improved maneuverability vs ICE GLC due to wheelbase & steering tech (exact number TBA in official spec) |
| Gear Box |
Direct-drive |
Single reduction gear per motor |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson Strut |
Airmatic air suspension (adaptive) |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link |
Multi-link with air suspension / adaptive setup |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
Yes |
No Tesla-style |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
4x USB-C, 12V |
Media & connectivity via USB |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
No |
Sky panorama |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Wireless Apple CarPlay supported (region dependent) |
| Android Auto |
Yes |
Available |
| Touchscreen |
12.3" touchscreen |
Optional 39.1″ Hyperscreen (MBUX Hyperscreen) |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
5.0, multi-device |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
8-Speaker |
10 speakers typical |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) |
Brake-by-wire regenerative |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated discs Brake |
Ventilated discs |
| Rear Brakes |
Solid Disc Brake |
Ventilated discs |
| 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 |
8 airbags (Front, side, curtain, front-center) |
Yes |
| Rear Seat Belt |
3-point belts for all seats |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
Yes |
360° surround camera system |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No |
Not a primary feature |
| 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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