Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD vs Mazda MX-30 Electric
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General Info
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €35990. The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €29440 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Mazda MX-30 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €35990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €29440 | €13000 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…).
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Mazda MX-30 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 373 km | 161 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 394 km | 200 km |
| Range (GCC) | 345 km | 161 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 58 kWh | 35.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 54 kWh | 30 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.39 km/kWh | 5.37 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 4.4 |
Charging
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) maxes out at 50 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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 4.3 |
Performance
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Mazda MX-30 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 107 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 143 hp |
| Motor Torque | 350 Nm | 271 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 s | 9.7 s |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 2.6 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…).
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Mazda MX-30 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4680 mm | 4395 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2035 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1880 mm | 1795 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 1555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2655 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) 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 Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD (2021-2024) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD | Mazda MX-30 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1807 kg | 1720 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 520 l | 366 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1300 l | 1171 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 52 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 5.5 |
