Compare performance (609 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (38600 £ vs 23000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Mercedes T Class?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes T Class has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23000 £ , while the Kia EV6 costs 38600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15595 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV6 has a clearly edge – offering 609 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 478 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 T Class takes 11.60 s. That’s about 8.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Mercedes T Class tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls significantly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 500 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 T Class is evident lighter – 1556 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 399 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes T Class offers hardly perceptible more room – 520 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes T Class performs decisively better – up to 3600 L, which is about 2310 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes T Class distinct takes the win – 630 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.
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.
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 T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Price
23000 - 30500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 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
135 - 167 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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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
1556 - 1678 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 520 L
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Length
4695 mm
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Height
1811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Max trunk capacity
2127 - 3600 L
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
521 - 630 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
164 - 184 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
200 - 270 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
70 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 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
F, D, E
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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.