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Kia EV6 vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (609 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Kia EV6 vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • barely more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • visibly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EV6

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia EV6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,410 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV6 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 3.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers a bit more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 113 km more than the Kia EV6.

EQS SUV

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 Mercedes EQS SUV offers barely more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 609 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers moderately more torque with 950 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 180 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 clearly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 740 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers visibly more boot space – 645 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 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
Kia EV6
Mercedes EQS SUV

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 EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Kia EV6
Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 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
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
-
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
440 - 450 kg
Payload
425 - 570 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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