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BMW iX3 vs Kia EV6 comparison

Compare performance (469 HP vs 609 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or Kia EV6?

BMW iX3 vs Kia EV6: Key differences

BMW iX3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range

Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

iX3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia EV6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the BMW iX3 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX3 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV6. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 223 km more than the Kia EV6.

EV6

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV6 offers clearly more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 469 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 delivers a bit more torque with 770 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm more.

iX3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV6 is noticeably lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX3 carries only slightly more – 465 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV6 is clearly superior overall 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.

from £38,600
EV6

Kia EV6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 609 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 428 - 582 km
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Johan
20 Sept 2025, 16:15:37

Nice range, fast charging and… bidirectional charging!!

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5 (3 Reviews)
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María Cardoso
11 Feb 2026, 06:43:58

I love this car — it moves super fast, makes me feel safe and wonderfully agile, like it’s got the power of a gasoline V8.

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Janek
4 Feb 2026, 14:52:37

Great for city and recreational driving. Highway speeds and winter reveal its appetite for electricity — range drops quickly. The low beams could be brighter; the high beam is potent! Other than that, the car really pampers you.

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Kia EV6

Costs and Consumption
Price
60,800 - 66,300 £
Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
805 km
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Length
-
Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
1,550 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
Payload
465 kg
Payload
440 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
469 HP
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
185 - 188 km/h
Torque
645 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
345 kW
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the BMW iX3?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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