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Kia EV6 vs NIO EL6 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia EV6 or NIO EL6 fits your lifestyle better.

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

EV6 @ press.kia.com

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia EV6 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £, while the NIO EL6 costs 45900 £. That’s a price difference of around 7295 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV6: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the NIO EL6 with 20.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.50 kWh.

As for range, the Kia EV6 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 582 km, about 53 km more than the NIO EL6.

EL6 @ nio.com/media-kit

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 Kia EV6 has a slightly edge – offering 609 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs evident better – reaching 260 km/h, while the NIO EL6 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 770 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

EV6 @ press.kia.com

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 curb weight, Kia EV6 is slightly lighter – 1955 kg compared to 2215 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

In terms of boot space, the NIO EL6 offers to a small extent more room – 597 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

In maximum load capacity, the NIO EL6 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1430 L, which is about 140 L more than the Kia EV6.

When it comes to payload, NIO EL6 barely noticeable takes the win – 475 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia EV6 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV6 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
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Kia EV6

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The Kia EV6 is an impressive contender in the electric vehicle market, blending futuristic design with sustainable driving. Its sleek exterior combined with a spacious and tech-savvy interior provides both style and comfort for modern drivers. With a focus on performance, the EV6 delivers an exhilarating driving experience while maintaining an eco-friendly footprint.

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NIO EL6

The NIO EL6 is a testament to cutting-edge electric vehicle technology, blending sleek design with sustainable innovation. Its spacious interior is thoughtfully crafted, providing supreme comfort and modern amenities for drivers and passengers alike. With its impressive range and efficient performance, the NIO EL6 redefines expectations for eco-friendly luxury driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38600 - 60000 £
Price
45900 - 63900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1955 - 2220 kg
Curb weight
2215 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
4695 mm
Length
4854 mm
Width
1880 - 1890 mm
Width
1987 mm
Height
1545 - 1550 mm
Height
1703 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
Max trunk capacity
1430 L
Payload
440 - 450 kg
Payload
455 - 475 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
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.50 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
NIO

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What drive types are available for the Kia EV6?

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

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