Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 GT vs Mercedes G 580 EQ
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General Info
The Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €142622. The Kia EV6 GT (2022-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €44900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Austria |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €142622 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €44900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV6 GT (2022-2024).
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 351 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 424 km | 473 km |
| Range (GCC) | 347 km | 396 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77.4 kWh | 124 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 116 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km | 29.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.69 km/kWh | 3.41 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 3.8 |
Charging
The Kia EV6 GT (2022-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Kia EV6 GT (2022-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 233 kW, while the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 233 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) has more power, the Kia EV6 GT (2022-2024) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 430 kW | 432 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 577 hp | 579 hp |
| Motor Torque | 740 Nm | 1164 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Kia EV6 GT (2022-2024).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4624 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1880 mm | 1931 mm |
| Height | 1545 mm | 1986 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes G 580 EQ (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 GT (2022-2024), but the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV6 GT (2022-2024) has a towing capacity of up to 1800 kg, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2125 kg | 3085 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 480 l | 555 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1260 l | 1990 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 7.6 |
