Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 GT vs Smart #5 Summit Edition
Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!
Your AI Summary Is Ready!
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) has a starting price of €69990, compared to the Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…), which starts at €56900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Smart #5 Summit Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €69990 | €56900 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…).
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Smart #5 Summit Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 372 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km | 540 km |
| Range (GCC) | 368 km | 459 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.7 kWh/100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.6 km/kWh | 4.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.2 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.
The Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 400 kW, while the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) maxes out at 240 kW.
The Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Smart #5 Summit Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.5 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 240 kW | 400 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 10 |
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 | Smart #5 Summit Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 478 kW | 432 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 641 hp | 579 hp |
| Motor Torque | 770 Nm | 643 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 4.9 s |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.2 | 6 |
Dimensions
The Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Smart #5 Summit Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4695 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2169 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1545 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) 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 Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…).
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Smart #5 Summit Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2190 kg | 2370 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 630 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1530 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | 47 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 7.4 |
