BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Kia |
Mercedes-Benz |
| Model |
EV9 Wind 2025 |
C-Class EV (Next-Gen) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric |
Electric Luxury Sedan |
| Trims |
Light, Wind, Land, and GT-Line |
Standard, AMG Line, 4MATIC (expected) |
| Release Date |
April 2025 |
2026 (expected) |
| Status |
Available |
Upcoming / Prototype Stage |
| Made In |
South Korea |
Germany |
| Body Type |
SUV |
4-Door Sedan |
| Vehicle Warranty |
5 years/60,000 miles |
4 Years / 50,000 miles (expected) |
| Colors |
Standard Colors: Snow White Pearl, Midnight Lake Blue, Pebble Gray Premium Colors: Panthera Metal (matte, extra cost), Ocean Blue (GT-Line exclusive) |
Multiple premium shades (Black, White, Silver, Grey, Blue, optional AMG colors) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Single Electric Motor |
Dual-Motor Setup (RWD standard, AWD optional) |
| Horsepower |
215 hp / 379 hp |
300–400 hp (expected base), AMG >500 hp |
| Torque |
258 lb-ft / 516 lb-ft |
400–550 Nm (estimated) |
| Acceleration |
0-60 mph in 8.8 or 5.7 seconds |
4.5–6.0 sec (0–60 mph depending on trim) |
| Top Speed |
115 mph / 124 mph |
130–155 mph (electronically limited) |
| Range |
280–304 miles |
350–400 miles (WLTP, expected) |
| Drivetrain |
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) |
RWD / AWD (4MATIC) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion (NCM) |
Lithium-ion (next-gen chemistry, likely silicon-anode or LFP options) |
| Battery Capacity |
99.8 kWh |
85–100 kWh (expected) |
| Power Consumption |
3.2 mi/kWh (31 kWh/100 mi) RWD / 2.9 mi/kWh (34 kWh/100 mi) AWD |
15–17 kWh/100 km (expected efficiency) |
| Battery Warranty |
10 years / 100,000 miles (70% capacity retention) |
8 Years / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
9.5 hrs |
Up to 11 kW AC (Level 2) |
| Supercharging Speed |
10 to 80% in 24 mins |
250 kW DC (expected) |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
350 kW |
10–80% in ~20–25 minutes |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
25–30 miles/hour |
30–40 miles (home), ~200+ miles in 15 min (DC fast) |
| Charging Time |
(DC 10-80%): Around 20-25 minutes |
8–10 hrs (AC), ~20–25 mins (DC fast) |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS1 (North America) |
CCS Combo |
| 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, Standard AC Plug, Solar Integration (optional) |
| Onboard Charger Power |
10.9 kW |
11–22 kW (expected, depending on region) |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
197.2 in (5,010 mm) |
4,800 mm (189 in) |
| Width |
77.9 in (1,980 mm) |
1,850 mm (73 in) |
| Height |
68.9 in (1,750 mm) |
1,450 mm (57 in) |
| Wheelbase |
122.0 in (3,100 mm) |
2,870 mm (113 in) |
| Ground Clearance |
7.5 in (191 mm) |
130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Cargo Space |
81.9 cu ft |
450 liters (expected, front + rear trunk possible) |
| Curb Weight |
5,800 lbs (2,630 kg) |
2,000–2,200 kg |
| No. of Doors |
5 Doors (including liftgate) |
2 |
| Seating Capacity |
6 or 7 Seater |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy Wheel |
Alloy / AMG Performance Wheels |
| Wheel Size |
20-inch |
18–20 inches (trim dependent) |
| Front Tire |
255/55 R20 |
225/50 R18 (base, expected) |
| Rear Tire |
255/55 R20 |
245/45 R18 (base, expected) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Rack-mounted motor-driven power steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) with variable assist |
| Transmission |
Single-speed automatic |
Single-speed direct drive |
| Turning Radius |
39.4 ft (12.0 m) |
11.5 m |
| Gear Box |
Direct-drive |
Single-speed EV reduction gear |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson Strut |
Independent multi-link (adaptive optional) |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link |
Independent multi-link (adaptive optional) |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
Yes |
Mercedes Drive Pilot (Level 3 autonomy in supported regions) |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
MBUX AI-based navigation with AR HUD |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Multi-zone Automatic |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
4x USB-C, 12V |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
No |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Wireless |
| Android Auto |
Yes |
Wireless |
| Touchscreen |
12.3" touchscreen |
12–15" OLED MBUX Hyperscreen (trim-based) |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
5.0, multi-device |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
8-Speaker |
10–15 (Burmester Surround Sound optional) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated discs Brake |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Solid Disc Brake |
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 |
8 airbags (Front, side, curtain, front-center) |
6 |
| 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 View |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No |
Optional (for AMG trims) |
| 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 |
