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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Kia EV6 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Kia EV6?

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

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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.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38500 £, while the Kia EV6 costs 38600 £. That’s a price difference of around 77 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai IONIQ 5: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Kia EV6 with 15.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.30 kWh.

As for range, the Kia EV6 performs minimal better – achieving up to 582 km, about 12 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 650 HP compared to 609 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.50 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 260 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 770 Nm.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1955 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers minimal more room – 520 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs to a small extent better – up to 1580 L, which is about 290 L more than the Kia EV6.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai IONIQ 5 a bit takes the win – 530 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 proves to be performs better in key areas and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai IONIQ 5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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IONIQ 5 @ Hyundai Motor Company

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Kia EV6

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The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
38500 - 64200 £
Price
38600 - 60000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1955 - 2275 kg
Curb weight
1955 - 2220 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Length
4655 - 4715 mm
Length
4695 mm
Width
1890 - 1940 mm
Width
1880 - 1890 mm
Height
1585 - 1605 mm
Height
1545 - 1550 mm
Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
Payload
385 - 530 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia

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What drive types are available for the Hyundai IONIQ 5?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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