Compare performance (601 HP vs 609 HP), boot space and price (49400 £ vs 38600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Kia EV6?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia EV6 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10809 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW i4: with 14.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Kia EV6 with 15.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.
As for electric range, the BMW i4 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 613 km, about 31 km more than the Kia EV6.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV6 has a slight edge – offering 609 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the BMW i4 takes 3.70 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i4 pulls slight stronger with 795 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia EV6 is slight lighter – 1955 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV6 offers barely noticeable more room – 490 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW i4 minimal takes the win – 480 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
The Kia EV6 comes out modestly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.
detailsThe Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.
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Price
49400 - 62500 £
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
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Curb weight
1955 - 2220 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Length
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Length
4695 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Payload
445 - 480 kg
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 601 HP
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Torque
400 - 795 Nm
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
210 - 442 kW
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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The BMW i4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.