What drive types are available for the Kia EV6?

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

How powerful is the Kia EV6's engine?

Depending on the version, the Kia EV6 delivers up to 609 HP.

What is the Kia EV6’s energy consumption?

Average electricity consumption is 15.90 kWh.

How far can the Kia EV6 go on a full charge?

According to WLTP, the Kia EV6 can travel up to 582 km on a single charge.

How many kWh does the Kia EV6’s battery hold?

The Kia EV6 comes with a 84 kWh battery.

What is the top speed of the Kia EV6?

Depending on the model, top speed is 260 km/h.

How big is the Kia EV6 overall?

The Kia EV6 measures 4695 mm long, 1880 mm wide and 1550 mm high.

What drivetrain options does the VW Arteon have?

The VW Arteon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the VW Arteon?

The VW Arteon reaches a peak output of 320 HP, depending on the model.

What are the consumption figures for the VW Arteon in liters per 100 km?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5.10 L.

What is the top speed of the VW Arteon?

Depending on the model, top speed is 250 km/h.

What is the VW Arteon’s trunk volume?

Depending on configuration, up to 590 L fit inside.

What are the dimensions of the VW Arteon?

The VW Arteon measures 4866 mm long, 1871 mm wide and 1451 mm high.

Kia EV6 vs VW Arteon - Differences and prices compared

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

EV6

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 VW Arteon costs 43300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4719 £.

Arteon

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 significantly edge – offering 609 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 289 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 VW Arteon takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the VW Arteon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls clearly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 350 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, VW Arteon is noticeable lighter – 1607 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 348 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers slightly more room – 590 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs distinct better – up to 1632 L, which is about 342 L more than the Kia EV6.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon noticeable takes the win – 569 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia EV6 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 38600 - 60000 £	Price 43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km -	Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km 15.9 - 20.9 kWh	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 428 - 582 km	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity 63 - 84 kWh	Battery Capacity -
co2 0 g/km	co2 133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity -	Fuel tank capacity 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type Estate
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1955 - 2220 kg	Curb weight 1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity 480 - 490 L	Trunk capacity 590 L
Length 4695 mm	Length 4866 mm
Width 1880 - 1890 mm	Width 1871 mm
Height 1545 - 1550 mm	Height 1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity 1250 - 1290 L	Max trunk capacity 1632 L
Payload 440 - 450 kg	Payload 467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Electric	Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox	Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 170 - 609 HP	Power HP 150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.5 - 8.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed 185 - 260 km/h	Max Speed 216 - 250 km/h
Torque 350 - 770 Nm	Torque 320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders -	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 125 - 448 kW	Power kW 110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity -	Engine capacity 1968 - 1984 cm3