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Kia EV6 vs Cadillac OPTIQ comparison
Compare performance (609 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Cadillac OPTIQ?
Kia EV6 vs Cadillac OPTIQ: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
EV6
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia EV6 is considerably cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Cadillac OPTIQ costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,152 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV6 is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 19.9 kWh/100km for the Cadillac OPTIQ. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV6 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 582 km, about 157 km more than the Cadillac OPTIQ.
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 304 HP. That’s roughly 305 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 Cadillac OPTIQ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Kia EV6 is marginally faster – reaching 188 km/h, while the Cadillac OPTIQ tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 delivers clearly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.
EV6
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Kia EV6 is visibly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,376 kg. The difference is around 421 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV6 offers barely more boot space – 490 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,340 L, about 50 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, the Cadillac OPTIQ carries moderately more – 524 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 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
Kia EV6
Kia EV6
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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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Cadillac OPTIQ
The Cadillac Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.
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Kia EV6
Cadillac OPTIQ
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
55,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Electric Range
425 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
75 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
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
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Curb weight
2,376 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Length
4,695 mm
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Length
4,820 mm
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Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
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Width
1,912 mm
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Height
1,550 mm
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Height
1,643 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,340 L
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
524 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Power HP
304 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
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Max Speed
185 - 188 km/h
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Max Speed
184 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Power kW
224 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Cadillac
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