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Hyundai Tucson vs Kia EV6 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 609 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Kia EV6?

Hyundai Tucson vs Kia EV6: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Tucson is visibly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Kia EV6 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,285 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV6 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 582 km, about 512 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

EV6

Engine and Performance:

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 321 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 Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 delivers substantially more torque with 770 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 391 Nm more.

Tucson

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.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is noticeably lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 413 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV6 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Hyundai Tucson
Kia EV6

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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Kia EV6

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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Hyundai Tucson
Kia EV6

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 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
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
440 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
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