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Kia EV6 vs Mercedes GLC comparison

Compare performance (609 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 50,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Mercedes GLC?

Kia EV6 vs Mercedes GLC: Key differences

Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Mercedes GLC

4.4 (13 Reviews)
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  • 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

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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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,765 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV6 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 582 km, about 454 km more than the Mercedes GLC.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV6 offers markedly more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

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

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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, Kia EV6 is barely lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries visibly more – 575 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 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
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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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Reviews Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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María Cardoso
11 Feb 2026, 06:43:58

I love this car — it moves super fast, makes me feel safe and wonderfully agile, like it’s got the power of a gasoline V8.

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Janek
4 Feb 2026, 14:52:37

Great for city and recreational driving. Highway speeds and winter reveal its appetite for electricity — range drops quickly. The low beams could be brighter; the high beam is potent! Other than that, the car really pampers you.

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Mercedes GLC

The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.

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Reviews Mercedes GLC

4.4 (13 Reviews)
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Zede
10 May 2026, 20:12:35

Too expensive! To justify it with technology that's equal or inferior.

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Marek
2 Jan 2026, 18:32:30

There’s something about a Mercedes — you have to take it for a spin to feel it and understand why it’s special.

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Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 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
122 - 128 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
41 - 214 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
Payload
475 - 575 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Power HP
186 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
380 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Power kW
137 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV6 have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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