Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 Long Range AWD vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD
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General Info
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €59400. The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €37999 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €59400 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37999 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 7.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024).
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 454 km | 467 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 506 km | 546 km |
| Range (GCC) | 432 km | 451 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77.4 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.84 km/kWh | 5.64 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 263 kW, while the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) maxes out at 233 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 233 kW | 263 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 239 kW | 239 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 320 hp | 320 hp |
| Motor Torque | 605 Nm | 605 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2 s | 5.3 s |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.2 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024).
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4680 mm | 4655 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2152 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
Cargo and Towing
While the trunks are the same size in both cars, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) provides more cargo room when the rear seats are folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1600 kg).
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2042 kg | 2175 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 520 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1300 l | 1580 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | 24 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 7 |
