BMW i5 eDrive40 2024 vs Kia EV9 Wind 2025

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thumb image BMW i5 eDrive40 2024 US$ 67,000
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thumb image Kia EV9 Wind 2025 US$ 65,200

BASIC INFO

Brand BMW Kia
Model i5 eDrive40 2024 EV9 Wind 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric
Trims i5 eDrive40, i5 xDrive40, and M60 xDrive Light, Wind, Land, and GT-Line
Release Date March 2024 April 2025
Status Available Available
Made In Germany South Korea
Body Type Sedan SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years or 50,000 miles 5 years/60,000 miles
Colors Alpine White (standard), Black Sapphire Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, and Phytonic Blue Metallic Standard Colors: Snow White Pearl, Midnight Lake Blue, Pebble Gray Premium Colors: Panthera Metal (matte, extra cost), Ocean Blue (GT-Line exclusive)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Rear Motor (RWD) Single Electric Motor
Horsepower 335 hp 215 hp / 379 hp
Torque 317 lb-ft 258 lb-ft / 516 lb-ft
Acceleration 0-60 in around 5.5 seconds 0-60 mph in 8.8 or 5.7 seconds
Top Speed 130 mph 115 mph / 124 mph
Range 290-300 miles 280–304 miles
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (NCM)
Battery Capacity 84 kWh 99.8 kWh
Power Consumption 300-350 Wh/miles 3.2 mi/kWh (31 kWh/100 mi) RWD / 2.9 mi/kWh (34 kWh/100 mi) AWD
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 10 years / 100,000 miles (70% capacity retention)
Home Charging Speed 11 kW 9.5 hrs
Supercharging Speed Up to 200 kW 10 to 80% in 24 mins
DC Fast Charging Speed 205 kW 350 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30-35 miles (with Level 2 charger) 25–30 miles/hour
Charging Time 8 hours (DC 10-80%): Around 20-25 minutes
Charging Connector Type CCS (Combined Charging System) CCS1 (North America)
Home Charging Options Level 1 Charger (120V) Level 2 Charger (240V) 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).
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 10.9 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 199.2 inches (5060 mm) 197.2 in (5,010 mm)
Width 74.8 inches (1900 mm) 77.9 in (1,980 mm)
Height 59.6 inches (1515 mm) 68.9 in (1,750 mm)
Wheelbase 117.9 inches (2995 mm) 122.0 in (3,100 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.5 inches 7.5 in (191 mm)
Cargo Space 17 cubic feet (490 liters) 81.9 cu ft
Curb Weight 4,800 lbs 5,800 lbs (2,630 kg)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5 Doors (including liftgate)
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 6 or 7 Seater

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Wheels Alloy Wheel
Wheel Size 19-inch standard 20-inch
Front Tire 245/45 R19 255/55 R20
Rear Tire 275/40 R19 255/55 R20

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power steering Rack-mounted motor-driven power steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic
Turning Radius 20.3 feet 39.4 ft (12.0 m)
Gear Box Direct drive Direct-drive
Front Suspension Double Wishbone MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No (but includes Driving Assistance Professional Package with similar features) Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input No 4x USB-C, 12V
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes No
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 12.3 to 14.9-inch Curved Touchscreen 12.3" touchscreen
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes 5.0, multi-device
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 10 (standard), 16 (optional Harman Kardon Premium Audio) 8-Speaker

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking with anti-lock braking system (ABS) Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated discs Brake
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Solid Disc Brake
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 8 airbags (Front, side, curtain, front-center)
Rear Seat Belt 3-Point Belts 3-point belts for all seats
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes (360-degree camera system) Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No No
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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