Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 Long Range AWD vs Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro
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General Info
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €56950. 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 Long Range AWD | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €56950 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37999 | €46880 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024).
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 454 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 506 km | 539 km |
| Range (GCC) | 432 km | 439 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77.4 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km | 17.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.84 km/kWh | 5.7 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 7.4 |
Charging
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 233 kW, while the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) maxes out at 175 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 233 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 239 kW | 210 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 320 hp | 282 hp |
| Motor Torque | 605 Nm | 679 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2 s | 6.6 s |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.2 | 4.9 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) has a longer body, while the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4680 mm | 4588 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1880 mm | 1865 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 1614 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2764 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) 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 Long Range AWD (2021-2024), but the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV6 Long Range AWD (2021-2024) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…).
| Property | Kia EV6 Long Range AWD | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2042 kg | 2235 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 520 l | 535 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1300 l | 1460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 6.5 |
