Compare performance (609 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (38600 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Volvo XC60?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia EV6 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10629 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV6 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 582 km, about 500 km more than the Volvo XC60.
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 noticeable edge – offering 609 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 770 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 61 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, Volvo XC60 is minimal lighter – 1900 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV6 offers slight more room – 490 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs a bit better – up to 1543 L, which is about 253 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 somewhat takes the win – 550 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
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.
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 Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 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
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4695 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic 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
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
350 - 709 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
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1969 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, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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The Kia EV6 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.