Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD vs Kia EV6 Long Range RWD

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General Info

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $51000. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD (2021-2022) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Years of Production 2021-2022 2024-…
Current Status Discontinued Produced
Country of Manufacture Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea South Korea, USA
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $51000
Price USA (Used) - Price USA (Used) $33250
GCC Score 6.8 7.2

Range and Efficiency

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD (2021-2022).

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 319 mi
Range (WLTP) 301 mi 362 mi
Range (GCC) 254 mi 308 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 72.6 kWh 84 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 70 kWh 80 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 27.6 kWh/100 mi 26 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.63 mi/kWh 3.85 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.3 8.7

Charging

Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 240 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD (2021-2022) maxes out at 221 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 10.9 kW.

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 10.9 kW 10.9 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 221 kW 240 kW
Architecture 800 V 800 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 Tesla (NACS)
Charging Score 7.6 7.9

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Although the Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) has more power, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD (2021-2022) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type 1 motor: PMSM 1 motor: PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 160 kW 168 kW
Motor Power (hp) 215 hp 225 hp
Motor Torque 258 lb-ft 258 lb-ft
0-60 mph 7.1 s 7.4 s
Top Speed 115 mph 115 mph
Performance Score 4 4

Dimensions

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD (2021-2022) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…).

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD (2021-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Length 182.5 in 184.8 in
Width (with Mirrors) 84.7 in - Width (with Mirrors)
Width (w/o Mirrors) 74.4 in 74 in
Height 63.2 in 60.8 in
Wheelbase 118.1 in 114.2 in

Cargo and Towing

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD (2021-2022) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD (2021-2022).

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4376 lb 4398 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 26.3 ft3 24.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 58.5 ft3 46.7 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 2 ft3 1.8 ft3
Towing Capacity 2300 lb 2700 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 7 6.6
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