Global EV Comparison: Mazda MX-30 Electric vs Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD
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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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €35990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €13000 | €29440 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 6.4 |
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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 161 km | 373 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 200 km | 394 km |
| Range (GCC) | 161 km | 345 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 35.5 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 30 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.37 km/kWh | 6.39 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.4 | 6.8 |
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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 7 |
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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 107 kW | 125 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 143 hp | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 s | 8.5 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.6 | 3.7 |
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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4395 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2035 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1795 mm | 1880 mm |
| Height | 1555 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2655 mm | 2900 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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Kia EV6 Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1720 kg | 1807 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 366 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1171 l | 1300 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 52 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 6.5 |
