Kia EV6 Long Range RWD vs Mercedes EQE SUV 300
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) has a starting price of $51000, while the Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea, USA | USA, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price USA (New) | $51000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 319 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 362 mi | 365 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 308 mi | 295 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 26 kWh/100 mi | 30.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.85 mi/kWh | 3.26 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.8 | 7.6 |
Charging
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.9 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 258 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 6.6 |
Performance
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 168 kW | 180 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 225 hp | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | 258 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.4 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 115 mph | 130 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.9 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.8 in | 191.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 84.3 in |
| Height | 60.8 in | 66.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 119.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range RWD | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4398 lb | - Curb Weight |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 24.4 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 46.7 ft3 | 59.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.8 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2700 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 7.8 |
