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Kia EV6 vs Mercedes S Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (609 HP vs 802 HP), boot space and price (38600 £ vs 97200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Mercedes S Class?

Kia EV6

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Mercedes S Class

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the Mercedes S Class costs 97200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58608 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV6 performs clearly better – achieving up to 582 km, about 465 km more than the Mercedes S Class.

S 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 Mercedes S Class has a distinct edge – offering 802 HP compared to 609 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S Class is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Kia EV6 takes 3.50 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs minimal better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Mercedes S Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes S Class pulls decisively stronger with 1430 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 660 Nm difference.

EV6

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 curb weight, Kia EV6 is slight lighter – 1955 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes S Class offers slightly more room – 550 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class noticeable takes the win – 730 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV6 is decisively ahead 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.

Kia EV6
Mercedes S Class

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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
  • Electric Range : 428 - 582 km

Kia EV6

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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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Mercedes S Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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Kia EV6
Mercedes S Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
38600 - 60000 £
Price
97200 - 204400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 13.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Electric Range
31 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
10.40 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
52 - 301 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 76 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1955 - 2220 kg
Curb weight
2070 - 2650 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
325 - 550 L
Length
4695 mm
Length
5179 - 5469 mm
Width
1880 - 1890 mm
Width
1921 - 1954 mm
Height
1545 - 1550 mm
Height
1503 - 1515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 450 kg
Payload
420 - 730 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Power HP
336 - 802 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
500 - 1430 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 12
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Power kW
247 - 590 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2989 - 5980 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Kia EV6?

The Kia EV6 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.