Compare performance (609 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (38600 £ vs 40700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or NIO ET5?
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 hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2152 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV6: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the NIO ET5 with 18.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.70 kWh.
As for electric range, the NIO ET5 performs slight better – achieving up to 590 km, about 8 km more than the Kia EV6.
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 has a somewhat 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 a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the NIO ET5 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls minimal stronger with 770 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
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 Kia EV6 offers evident more room – 490 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV6 performs a bit better – up to 1290 L, which is about 155 L more than the NIO ET5.
When it comes to payload, NIO ET5 minimal takes the win – 475 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 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.
detailsNIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Price
40700 - 58700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
2215 - 2235 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
4695 mm
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Length
4790 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Width
1960 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Height
1499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Max trunk capacity
1135 L
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
NIO
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The Kia EV6 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.