2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. 2024 Kia EV6 Review

Picture of the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5

2024 Hyundai
IONIQ 5

MSRP*: $41,800 to $59,400
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Picture of the 2024 Kia EV6

2024 Kia
EV6

MSRP*: $42,600 to $61,600
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.3 ft3 50.2 ft3
Engine
  • 168-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 167-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 576-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 168 - 320 hp 167 - 576 hp
Towing Capacity 2,300 lbs 2,300 lbs
Exterior Length 182.5 in 184.3 - 184.8 in
Exterior Width 74.4 in 74.0 - 74.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.0 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.8 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.7 in
Front 36.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Kia EV6. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Kia EV6.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Kia EV6, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is about the same width as the Kia EV6. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia EV6.

Handling
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a larger turning radius than the Kia EV6, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 will do just as well as the Kia EV6, since they have about the same towing capacity. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Kia EV6.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Kia EV6 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Kia EV6. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia EV6.