Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 GT vs EV6 Long Range AWD
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General Info
The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €69990. 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 GT | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €69990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €37999 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 372 km | 454 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km | 506 km |
| Range (GCC) | 368 km | 432 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 77.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80 kWh | 74 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.7 kWh/100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.6 km/kWh | 5.84 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.2 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.
The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) 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 GT (2025-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 240 kW | 233 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 478 kW | 239 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 641 hp | 320 hp |
| Motor Torque | 770 Nm | 605 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 5.2 s |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.2 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) and Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Height | 1545 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 GT (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024).
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2190 kg | 2042 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1300 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | 20 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 6.5 |
