Comparison
Kia EV6 vs Tesla Model Y
Static side-by-side comparison using range, charging, value, efficiency, performance, and utility metrics.
Kia EV6: 3 Tesla Model Y: 4.2
Spec matrix
Specs comparison
| Spec | Kia EV6 | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | — | $59,900 |
| Range | 319 mi (EPA) | 320 mi (EPA) |
| Efficiency | 296 Wh/mi • 3.38 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | Crossover | SUV |
| DC max | 168 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 20 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 86.9 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 142 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | — | 187 $/mi |
| 0–60 mph | — | — |
| Top speed | — | — |
| Cargo | — | — |
| Tow rating | — | — |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model Y if you want the longer rated range (320 mi vs 319 mi).
- Choose Kia EV6 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 20 min vs 33 min).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (4.2 vs 3).
Kia EV6
3
Tesla Model Y
4.2
Best for X
Best for range
Tesla Model Y
320
Best for charging speed
Kia EV6
20
Best for value
Tesla Model Y
187.2
Best for performance
—
Insufficient data
Best for utility
Tie
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