USA EV Comparison: Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD vs Volkswagen ID.4 Pro
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General Info
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $44875. The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as $18995 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Germany, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $44875 |
| Price USA (Used) | $18995 | $26127 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024).
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 232 mi | 291 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 245 mi | 341 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 214 mi | 290 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 58 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 54 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 25.2 kWh/100 mi | 26.6 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.96 mi/kWh | 3.77 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 8.1 |
Charging
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 175 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 210 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 282 hp |
| Motor Torque | 258 lb-ft | 413 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 8.2 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 115 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 4.5 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) has a longer body, while the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.3 in | 180.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 83 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 74 in | 72.9 in |
| Height | 60.8 in | 64.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 108.9 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024), but the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024).
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3984 lb | 4601 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 24.4 ft3 | 30.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 50.2 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.8 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1654 lb | 2200 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 6.9 |
