USA EV Comparison: Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD vs Kia EV6 Long Range RWD

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) for as low as $17999, while the Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) begins at $19890.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Years of Production 2021-2024 2021-2024
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea South Korea
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price USA (Used) $17999 $19890
GCC Score 6.5 7

Range and Efficiency

While the Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024).

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Range (EPA) 220 mi 310 mi
Range (WLTP) 249 mi 328 mi
Range (GCC) 212 mi 285 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 58 kWh 77.4 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 54 kWh 74 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 25.5 kWh/100 mi 26 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.93 mi/kWh 3.85 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.7 8.1

Charging

Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 233 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) maxes out at 175 kW.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) is limited to 10.9 kW.

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 10.9 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 175 kW 233 kW
Architecture 800 V 800 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 CCS Type 1
Charging Score 6.9 7.8

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 125 kW 168 kW
Motor Power (hp) 168 hp 225 hp
Motor Torque 258 lb-ft 258 lb-ft
0-60 mph 8.2 s 7.3 s
Top Speed 115 mph 115 mph
Performance Score 3.7 4

Dimensions

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

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Length 182.5 in 184.3 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 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) 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 (2021-2024) has a towing capacity of up to 2300 lb, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD Kia EV6 Long Range RWD
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4023 lb 4255 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 26.3 ft3 24.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 58.5 ft3 50.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 2 ft3 1.8 ft3
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity 2300 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 7 6.5
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