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Kia EV9 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS

Should you buy Kia EV9 or Mercedes-Benz GLS? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Kia EV9 price starts at Rs 1.30 Cr ex-showroom for GT Line (Electric) and Mercedes-Benz GLS price starts Rs 1.32 Cr ex-showroom for 450 4matic (Petrol).

EV9 Vs GLS

Key HighlightsKia EV9Mercedes-Benz GLS
On Road PriceRs.1,36,31,570*Rs.1,59,12,833*
Range (km)561-
Fuel TypeElectricDiesel
Battery Capacity (kWh)99.8-
Charging Time24Min-(10-80%)-350kW-
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Kia EV9 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS comparison

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    • Brand / Model
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        Kia EV9
        Kia EV9
        Rs1.30 Cr*
        *Ex-showroom Price
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            Mercedes-Benz GLS
            Mercedes-Benz GLS
            Rs1.37 Cr*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price in New Delhi
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          Rs.1,36,31,570*
          Rs.1,59,12,833*
          Finance Available (EMI)
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          Rs.2,59,465/month
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          Rs.3,05,086/month
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          Insurance
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          Rs.5,11,670
          Rs.1,91,078
          User Rating
          5
          Based on 7 Reviews
          4.4
          Based on 20 Reviews
          Brochure
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          Running Cost
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          ₹ 1.78/km
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          Engine & Transmission
          Displacement (cc)
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          Not applicable
          2925
          No. of Cylinders
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          Not applicable
          Fast Charging
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          Yes
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          Charging Time
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          24Min-(10-80%)-350kW
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          Battery Capacity (kWh)
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          99.8
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          Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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          379bhp
          362.07bhp@4000rpm
          Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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          700Nm
          750Nm@1350-2800rpm
          Valves Per Cylinder
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          Not applicable
          4
          Turbo Charger
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          Not applicable
          Yes
          Range (km)
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          561 km
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          Charging Time (D.C)
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          24Min-(10-80%)-350kW
          Not applicable
          Regenerative Braking
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          Yes
          Not applicable
          Charging Port
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          CCS-II
          Not applicable
          Transmission Type
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          Automatic
          Automatic
          Gearbox
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          1-Speed
          9-Speed TRONIC AT
          Drive Type
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          AWD
          Fuel & Performance
          Fuel Type
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          Electric
          Diesel
          Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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          12
          Emission Norm Compliance
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          ZEV
          BS VI 2.0
          Suspension, Steering & Brakes
          Front Suspension
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          MacPherson Strut suspension
          Air suspension
          Rear Suspension
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          Multi-link suspension
          Air suspension
          Steering Type
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          Electric
          Electric
          Steering Column
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          Tilt & Telescopic
          Tilt & Telescopic
          Steering Gear Type
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          Rack & Pinion
          Front Brake Type
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          Disc
          Ventilated Disc
          Rear Brake Type
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          Disc
          Ventilated Disc
          0-100kmph (Seconds)
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          5.3 s
          6.1 s
          Tyre Size
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          275/ 50 R20
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          Tyre Type
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          Tubeless Radial
          Tubeless,Radial
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          No
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          Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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          20
          R21
          Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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          20
          R21
          Dimensions & Capacity
          Length (mm)
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          5015
          5209
          Width (mm)
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          1980
          2157
          Height (mm)
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          1780
          1823
          Wheel Base (mm)
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          3100
          2782
          Grossweight (kg)
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          3250
          Approach Angle
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          27
          Break Over Angle
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          15
          Departure Angle
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          24
          Seating Capacity
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          6
          7
          No. of Doors
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          5
          5
          Comfort & Convenience
          Power Steering
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          YesYes
          Automatic Climate Control
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          3 Zone
          5 Zone
          Air Quality Control
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          YesYes
          Accessory Power Outlet
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          YesYes
          Trunk Light
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          Yes
          Vanity Mirror
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          YesYes
          Rear Reading Lamp
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          -
          Yes
          Rear Seat Headrest
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          Adjustable
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          Adjustable Headrest
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          YesYes
          Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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          YesYes
          Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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          YesYes
          Rear AC Vents
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          YesYes
          Lumbar Support
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          Yes
          Active Noise Cancellation
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          Yes
          Multifunction Steering Wheel
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          YesYes
          Cruise Control
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          -
          Yes
          Parking Sensors
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
          Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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          Yes
          Foldable Rear Seat
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          3rd Row 50:50 Split
          50:50 Split
          Engine Start Stop Button
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          YesYes
          Cooled Glovebox
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          YesYes
          Bottle Holder
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          -
          Front & Rear Door
          Voice Commands
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          Yes
          Paddle Shifters
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          YesYes
          USB Charger
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
          Central Console Armrest
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          With Storage
          Yes
          Tailgate Ajar Warning
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          YesYes
          Hands-Free Tailgate
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          NoYes
          Rear Curtain
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          Yes
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          Luggage Hook And Net
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          YesYes
          Lane Change Indicator
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          Yes
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          Additional Features
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          Steering Wheel with Memory Function,Shift-by-wire Selector,18-way Driver Power Seat,Easy Access Driver Seat,Driver Comfort Seat,12-way Front Passenger Power Seat,Passenger Seat Electric Adjust - Rear Buttons,2nd Row Captain Seats with 8-Way Power Adjust,Massage Seats -2nd Row,Wide Wing out Headrests-2nd Row,1st & 2nd Row Relaxation Comfort Seats with Leg Support,2nd Row Seat–One Touch Fold,Remote Folding Seats - 2nd & 3rd Row,Rear Occupant Alert
          "AIRMATIC Package(Adaptive damping system,Level control,Lowering the rear,Car wash function),THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control(fine dust activated carbon filter, defrosting system and residual heat function and rear passengers can determine the temperature and air distribution), Multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather (3-spoke design with steering wheel shift paddles,silver chrome and touch control panels), Energizing Air Control(Monitoring of air quality including a two-stage filter concept), Memory Package with seat kinematics( Memory function: Memory function allows drivers and passengers individual settings, including seat adjustment options like height, cushion, and headrest alignment, 4-way lumbar support: The front seats’ backrest curve can be adjusted individually for improved comfort and ergonomics, with two air cushions integrated and a 4-way switch for height Adjustment, 3-stage ventilation and 3-stage heating for a comfortable seating climate, with the ability to adjust the intensity of these functions separately or combined ) , Chauffeur Package (rear passenger on the side of the front passenger can move the front passenger seat forward electrically), Rear Comfort Package Plus(Comfort headrests,Comfort center armrest,Extended center armrest,Extended center console), 2 USB ports for charging(Rear), Center armrest(storage compartment), 2 cup holders for the rear, Comfort headrests for the two outer rear seats (Padded additional cushions,Tilt adjustment,Extended comfort center armrest integrated illuminated storage compartment,2 USB interfaces (5 volt charging port) expanded center console,2 cup holders), EASY-PACK tailgate(easily start opening and closing at the push of a button and interrupt it at any time by pressing another button and lower the car from the rear. Lowering the rear makes it easier for you to load and unload), Acoustic Comfort Package(Laminated safety glass for the front and side windows as well as additional insulation measures improve your noise comfort, Acoustic Comfort package reduces outside noises with sound insulation and laminated safety glass, providing a quiet travel atmosphere even at high speeds,The vehicle’s windows are protected by an infrared film, blocking UVA and UVB rays, reducing heat and maintaining pleasant temperatures even on hot suer days, Sound insulation: The safety glass, coated with acoustic film and insulation, effectively minimizes external noise, such as those from vehicles, tunnel walls, or wet conditions, Infrared-absorbing film: The infrared-absorbing film on the windows effectively blocks UVA and UVB rays, reducing heat and maintaining a pleasant temperature even during warm suer days.),"
          Massage Seats
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          Front
          Front
          Memory Function Seats
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          Front
          Front
          One Touch Operating Power Window
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          All
          Autonomous Parking
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          Full
          Glove Box Light
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          YesYes
          Idle Start Stop System
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          Yes
          Vehicle to Load Charging
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          Yes
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          Power Windows
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          Front & Rear
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          Cup Holders
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          Front & Rear
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          Heated Seats
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          Front Only
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          Air Conditioner
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          YesYes
          Heater
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          YesYes
          Adjustable Steering
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          Height & Reach
          Yes
          KeyLess Entry
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          YesYes
          Ventilated Seats
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          YesYes
          Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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          YesYes
          Electric Adjustable Seats
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          Front & Rear
          Front
          Automatic Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Follow Me Home Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Interior
          Tachometer
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          YesYes
          Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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          YesYes
          Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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          Yes
          Glove Box
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          YesYes
          Digital Odometer
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          Yes
          Dual Tone Dashboard
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          Yes
          Interior Lighting
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          Ambient light,Footwell Lamp,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp,Glove Box Lamp
          Additional Features
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          4-spoke Leatherette Steering Wheel,Illuminated Steering Wheel Emblem,Cupholder with Sliding Cover - 1st Row,Suede Headlining,Metal Scuff Plates,Sporty Alloy Pedals,Roof AC Vents - 2nd Row & 3rd Row
          "Mirror package (interior mirror can also register distracting headlights from behind,Depending on the glare and ambient light,it dims automatically),Interior Chrome Package( Controls and trim in the interior door area in silver chrome, EASY-ENTRY switch in silver chrome, Controls to the left of the steering wheel in silver chrome, Hand flatterer, control switch and cup holder on the center console are made or framed in silver chrome, Climate control panel in silver chrome), Widescreen Cockpit (select the display from “Classic”, “Sport”, “Progressive” and “Subtle” display styles), EASY-PACK cargo area cover(Removable roller blind to protect and rear seats protects your Luggage,EASY-PACK cargo area cover at any time and store), Velour floor mats(can be removed, vacuumed or cleaned), MBUX rear tablet (7.4-inch MBUX rear tablet, Use all the MBUX multimedia system and control comfort features),"
          Digital Cluster
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          Yes
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          Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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          12.3
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          Upholstery
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          Leatherette
          Leather
          Ambient Light Colour
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          64
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          Exterior
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          Rear Right SideKia EV9 Rear Right SideMercedes-Benz GLS Rear Right Side
          WheelKia EV9 WheelMercedes-Benz GLS Wheel
          Front Left SideKia EV9 Front Left SideMercedes-Benz GLS Front Left Side
          Available Colors
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          Panthera MetalPebble GrayAurora Black PearlSnow White PearlOcean Blue PearlEV9 ColorsSelenite GreyHigh Tech SilverSodalite BluePolar WhiteObsidian BlackGLS Colors
          Body Type
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          Adjustable Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Rain Sensing Wiper
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          YesYes
          Rear Window Wiper
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          YesYes
          Rear Window Washer
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          YesYes
          Rear Window Defogger
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          YesYes
          Wheel Covers
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          No
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          Alloy Wheels
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          YesYes
          Rear Spoiler
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          Yes
          Sun Roof
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          Yes
          Side Stepper
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          Yes
          Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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          YesYes
          Integrated Antenna
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          YesYes
          Projector Headlamps
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          Yes
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          Cornering Foglamps
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          Yes
          Roof Rails
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          Yes
          LED DRLs
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          YesYes
          LED Headlamps
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          YesYes
          LED Taillights
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          YesYes
          LED Fog Lamps
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          YesYes
          Additional Features
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          GT-Line Exterior Styling,Body Colored Exterior Flush Door Handles - Automatic,Starmap Daytime Running Lights (SDRL),Digital Pattern Lighting Grille,Intelligent Ice Cube LED Projection Headlamps (ILED),Dynamic Welcome Function,Starmap LED Rear Combination Lamp,Glossy Black ORVM (heated & memory function),Glossy Black Beltline,Glossy Black Door Garnish with,Gunmetal Paint Accents,Gunmetal Sporty Skid Plates,Black Bridge Type Roof Rack,Glossy Black Wheel Arch Cladding,Rear Spoiler with LED HMSL,Frunk (52l)
          "MULTIBEAM LED(headlight LEDs to adapt to traffic situations),Aluminium-look, illuminated running boards with rubber studs,Mirror package (fold the exterior mirrors electrically,), Under body protection, 5-triple-spoke light-alloy wheels,"
          Automatic Headlamps
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          Fog Lights
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          Rear
          Front
          Sunroof
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          Dual Sunroof
          Panoramic
          Boot Opening
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          Electronic
          Automatic
          Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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          Yes
          Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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          Powered & Folding
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          Tyre Size
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          275/ 50 R20
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          Tyre Type
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          Tubeless Radial
          Tubeless,Radial
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          No
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          Safety
          Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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          YesYes
          Brake Assist
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          YesYes
          Central Locking
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          YesYes
          Child Safety Locks
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          YesYes
          Anti Theft Alarm
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          Yes
          No. of Airbags
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          10
          10
          Driver Airbag
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          YesYes
          Passenger Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag Rear
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          YesYes
          Day Night Rear View Mirror
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          YesYes
          Seat Belt Warning
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          YesYes
          Door Ajar Warning
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          YesYes
          Traction Control
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          YesYes
          Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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          YesYes
          Engine Immobilizer
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          YesYes
          Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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          YesYes
          Rear Camera
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          With Guidedlines
          With Guidedlines
          Anti Theft Device
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          -
          Yes
          Anti Pinch Power Windows
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          -
          All Windows
          Speed Alert
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          YesYes
          Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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          Yes
          Knee Airbags
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          Driver
          Driver and Passenger
          Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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          YesYes
          Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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          Yes
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          Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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          All
          All
          Sos Emergency Assistance
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          YesYes
          Blind Spot Monitor
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          YesYes
          Geo Fence Alert
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          -
          Yes
          Hill Descent Control
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          Yes
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          Hill Assist
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          YesYes
          Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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          Yes
          360 View Camera
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          YesYes
          Curtain Airbag
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          YesYes
          Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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          YesYes
          Acoustic Vehicle Alert System
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          -
          Yes
          ADAS
          Forward Collision Warning
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          Yes
          -
          Oncoming Lane Mitigation
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          Yes
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          Speed Assist System
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          No
          Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
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          Yes
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          Lane Departure Warning
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          Yes
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          Lane Keep Assist
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          Yes
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          Lane Departure Prevention Assist
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          Yes
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          Driver Attention Warning
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          Yes
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          Adaptive Cruise Control
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          Yes
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          Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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          Yes
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          Adaptive High Beam Assist
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          Yes
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          Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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          Yes
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          Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
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          Yes
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          Advance Internet
          Live Location
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          Yes
          Remote Immobiliser
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          -
          Yes
          Engine Start Alarm
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          Yes
          Remote Vehicle Status Check
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          -
          Yes
          Digital Car Key
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          YesYes
          Hinglish Voice Commands
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          -
          Yes
          Navigation With Live Traffic
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          -
          Yes
          E-Call & I-Call
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          -
          Yes
          Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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          Yes
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          Google / Alexa Connectivity
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          Yes
          SOS Button
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          YesYes
          RSA
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          Yes
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          Over Speeding Alert
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          Yes
          In Car Remote Control App
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          -
          Yes
          Remote AC On/Off
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          Yes
          Remote Door Lock/Unlock
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          YesYes
          Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop
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          Yes
          Remote Boot Open
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          -
          Yes
          Inbuilt APPs
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          -
          MBUX
          Entertainment & Communication
          Radio
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          YesYes
          Integrated 2DIN Audio
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          Yes
          Wireless Phone Charging
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          YesYes
          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          YesYes
          Touchscreen
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          YesYes
          Touchscreen Size
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          12.3
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          Connectivity
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          Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
          Android Auto
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          YesYes
          Apple Car Play
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          YesYes
          Internal Storage
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          Yes
          No. of Speakers
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          14
          13
          Rear Entertainment System
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          -
          Yes
          Additional Features
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          Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay,Next-gen Kia Connect with 100+ Features,Hidden Haptic Touchscreen Buttons,Meridian Premium Sound System with 14 Speakers,Active Sound Design
          "Burmester surround sound system( 590 watts of system power,audio experience with Dolby Atmos,Advanced noise compensation (VNC) dynamically adapts music and sounds),Sound Personalization (option for personal profile), Wireless charging system for mobile devices at the front and rear, MBUX Entertainment (Music streaming like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify into vehicles, providing access to internet radio stations and podcasts),MBUX Entertainment and Extended functions(Music streaming like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify into vehicles, providing access to internet radio stations and podcasts,Natural language understanding,Learning-capable MBUX language assistant,Personal profiles(Customize your mood by saving individual theme worlds, such as DYNAMIC SELECT driving programs, radio stations, and ambient lighting.), Prediction functions(personal assistant for phone number on the multimedia system, Hard-Disc Navigation(Hard-Disc navigation,2D and 3D map display, MBUX voice assistant to input data and start route guidance, even understanding everyday language, online connectivity, map data is updated as needed and automatically via the mobile network.), Smartphone integration (Wireless smartphone integration supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Display apps from selected third-party providers, Access to current software and data e.g. for navigation, traffic information, contact details, messaging, telephony, media, IP radio,User interface optimized for driving,Control of smartphone functions via voice control), MBUX rear tablet (7.4-inch MBUX rear tablet, Use all the MBUX multimedia system and control comfort features,HDMI or Bluetooth via mobile device, tablet or laptop. It Has touch and voice input both), Power closing (servo closing function pulls your doors gently and almost silently into the lock),"
          Usb Ports
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          YesYes
          Rear Touchscreen
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          Yes
          Rear Touch Screen Size
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          7.4 inch
          Speakers
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
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          Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia EV9 and Mercedes-Benz GLS?
          A ) Kia EV9 price starts at ₹ 1.30 Cr & Mercedes-Benz GLS price starts at ₹ 1.32 Cr in New Delhi. Kia EV9 is cheaper between these two cars.
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