Two cars, one duel: Kia EV6 meets VW ID.4.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW ID.4 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34600 £, while the Kia EV6 costs 38600 £. That’s a price difference of around 3990 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.4: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Kia EV6 with 15.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.30 kWh.
As for range, the Kia EV6 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 582 km, about 13 km more than the VW ID.4.
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 convincingly edge – offering 609 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 269 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 VW ID.4 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs evident better – reaching 260 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls to a small extent stronger with 770 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm difference.
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 minimal lighter – 1955 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers barely noticeable more room – 543 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs to a small extent better – up to 1575 L, which is about 285 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 slightly takes the win – 551 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.
Overall, the Kia EV6 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.
detailsThe VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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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
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 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
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
1975 - 2248 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Length
4695 mm
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
511 - 551 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 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 - 2025
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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
VW
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The Kia EV6 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.