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

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General Info

The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $44000. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as $17999 on the used car market.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD
Years of Production 2024-… 2021-2024
Current Status Produced Discontinued
Country of Manufacture South Korea, USA Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price USA (New) $44000 - Price USA (New)
Price USA (Used) $22977 $17999
GCC Score 6.4 6.5

Range and Efficiency

While the Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (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 Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD
Range (EPA) 240 mi 220 mi
Range (WLTP) 266 mi 249 mi
Range (GCC) 227 mi 212 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 63 kWh 58 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 59.8 kWh 54 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 26.3 kWh/100 mi 25.5 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.8 mi/kWh 3.93 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.8 6.7

Charging

Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.

The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 180 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) maxes out at 175 kW.

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

Property Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 10.9 kW 10.9 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 180 kW 175 kW
Architecture 800 V 800 V
Charge Port Tesla (NACS) CCS Type 1
Charging Score 6.9 6.9

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 125 kW 125 kW
Motor Power (hp) 168 hp 168 hp
Motor Torque 258 lb-ft 258 lb-ft
0-60 mph 8.3 s 8.2 s
Top Speed 115 mph 115 mph
Performance Score 3.6 3.7

Dimensions

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

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

Property Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD
Length 184.8 in 182.5 in
Width (with Mirrors) - Width (with Mirrors) 84.7 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 74 in 74.4 in
Height 60.8 in 63.2 in
Wheelbase 114.2 in 118.1 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 Standard Range RWD (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1654 lb, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD Hyundai Ioniq 5 Standard Range RWD
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4132 lb 4023 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 24.4 ft3 26.3 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 46.7 ft3 58.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1.8 ft3 2 ft3
Towing Capacity 1654 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 6.6 7
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