Compare performance (609 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (38600 £ vs 40500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Mercedes GLB?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia EV6 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1947 £.
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 has a clearly edge – offering 609 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 289 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs slight better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Mercedes GLB tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls convincingly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Mercedes GLB is slightly lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers slightly more room – 570 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs noticeable better – up to 1805 L, which is about 515 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLB barely noticeable takes the win – 500 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
Overall, the Kia EV6 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Price
40500 - 65300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
146 - 204 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
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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
1955 - 2220 kg
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Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
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Length
4695 mm
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Length
4634 - 4650 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Width
1834 - 1850 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Height
1665 - 1692 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Kia EV6 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.