Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 GT vs Tesla Model Y Performance
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) has a starting price of €69990, compared to the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...), which starts at €61990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China, Germany, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €69990 | €61990 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…).
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 372 km | 492 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km | 580 km |
| Range (GCC) | 368 km | 480 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.7 kWh/100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.6 km/kWh | 5.85 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.2 | 8.1 |
Charging
The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) maxes out at 240 kW.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 240 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 7.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 478 kW | 461 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 641 hp | 618 hp |
| Motor Torque | 770 Nm | 741 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 3.5 s |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.2 | 7 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) is longer, wider, and taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4796 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2129 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1890 mm | 1982 mm |
| Height | 1545 mm | 1611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) 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 GT (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...).
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2190 kg | 2108 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 854 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 2138 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | 117 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 7.7 |
