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Kia Picanto vs Maxus Euniq 6 comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 45,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Maxus Euniq 6?

Kia Picanto vs Maxus Euniq 6: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Maxus Euniq 6

2.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Picanto

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia Picanto is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Maxus Euniq 6 costs 45,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,772 £.

Euniq 6

Engine and Performance:

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 Maxus Euniq 6 offers considerably more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maxus Euniq 6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.5 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus Euniq 6 delivers substantially more torque with 310 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 214 Nm more.

Picanto

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is clearly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,960 kg. The difference is around 836 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maxus Euniq 6 offers substantially more boot space – 754 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 499 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Picanto carries very slightly more – 332 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maxus Euniq 6 is far ahead overall 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.

£45,849
Euniq 6

Maxus Euniq 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 177 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 km
Kia Picanto
Maxus Euniq 6

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Maxus Euniq 6

The Maxus Euniq 6 arrives as a practical, family-friendly electric MPV that blends sensible packaging with a surprisingly upmarket feel inside. It’s an easy choice for buyers after roomy versatility and low running costs, with a no-nonsense charm that makes daily driving less of a chore and more of a sensible pleasure.

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Kia Picanto
Maxus Euniq 6

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
754 L
Length
-
Length
4,735 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
1,736 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
325 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Maxus
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