Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 Long Range AWD vs EV6 Long Range AWD
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General Info
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €53990. 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 | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | South Korea, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €53990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37999 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia EV6 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 | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 454 km | 475 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 506 km | 546 km |
| Range (GCC) | 432 km | 461 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 | 17.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.84 km/kWh | 5.76 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 240 kW, while the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) maxes out at 233 kW.
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2024-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 10.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 233 kW | 240 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 7.9 |
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 | Kia EV6 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 Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) and Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2024-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4680 mm | 4695 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (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 Long Range AWD (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024).
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2042 kg | 2150 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 520 l | 490 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1300 l | 1290 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | 20 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
