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Kia EV6 vs Mercedes E-Class comparison

Compare performance (609 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Mercedes E-Class?

Kia EV6 vs Mercedes E-Class: Key differences

Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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.

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

EV6

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.

Kia EV6 is visibly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,928 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV6 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 582 km, about 466 km more than the Mercedes E-Class.

E-Class

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 marginally more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes E-Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 delivers marginally more torque with 770 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

EV6

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, Mercedes E-Class is barely lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class offers very slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries clearly more – 640 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV6 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Kia EV6
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Kia EV6
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 450 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

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