The Quick Answer
- Same core hardware: 63- or 84-kWh batteries, 167 to 320 hp, a built-in NACS port and about 20 minutes for 10 to 80% on a 350-kW charger.
- The Ioniq 5 costs less: $2,650 to $5,100 less than a comparable EV6, with nearly the same range.
- The EV6 goes slightly farther: 319 vs. 318 miles (RWD Long Range), 295 vs. 290 (AWD). The Ioniq 5 leads on the base battery, 245 vs. 237.
- The EV6 tows on more trims: Kia rates EV6 Long Range trims for up to 2,700 lbs; Hyundai rates the Ioniq 5 for towing only on the XRT with the factory hitch.
- The Ioniq 5 has more cargo room (26.3 vs. 24.4 cu ft) and an off-road XRT trim.
EV6 vs. Ioniq 5: Side by Side
| 2026 Kia EV6 | 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP range | $37,900–$53,000 | $35,250–$49,125 |
| Batteries | 63.0 / 84.0 kWh | 63.0 / 84.0 kWh |
| Power | 167 hp (Light); 225 hp RWD; 320 hp / 446 lb-ft AWD | 168 hp (SE Standard Range); 225 hp RWD; 320 hp / 446 lb-ft AWD |
| EPA range | 237 mi (Light); 319 mi RWD; 295 mi AWD; 270 mi (GT-Line AWD) | 245 mi (SE SR); 318 mi RWD; 290 mi AWD; 269 mi (Limited AWD); 259 mi (XRT) |
| 0-60 mph, AWD | 5.0 s (Kia) | Not published |
| DC fast charge, 10-80% (350 kW) | About 20 min | About 20 min |
| Charge port / CCS adapter | Built-in NACS / available separately | Built-in NACS / included |
| Max towing | 2,700 lbs (Long Range trims) | 2,700 lbs (XRT with factory hitch only) |
| Rear legroom | 39.0 in. | 39.4 in. |
| Cargo, seats up / folded | 24.4 / 46.7 cu ft | 26.3 / 58.5 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. (XRT 7.0 in.) |
| Length / height | 184.8 / 60.8 in. | 183.3 / 63.0 in. |
| IIHS 2026 | No award | TOP SAFETY PICK+ (2026 model) |
| EV battery warranty | 10-yr/100K | 10-yr/100K |
| Roadside assistance | 5-yr/60K | 5-yr/unlimited miles |
| Destination | $1,545 | $1,650 |
| Assembly | West Point, Georgia | Ellabell, Georgia |
Kia and Hyundai MSRP and specifications as of October 2026, excluding destination. EPA range estimates; charge times are each maker's own estimates.
Price and Range, Trim by Trim
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Price / range | Kia EV6 | Price / range | Ioniq 5 saves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE Standard Range | $35,250 / 245 mi | Light | $37,900 / 237 mi | $2,650 |
| SE RWD | $37,750 / 318 mi | Light Long Range RWD | $41,200 / 319 mi | $3,450 |
| SE AWD | $41,250 / 290 mi | Light Long Range AWD | $45,200 / 295 mi | $3,950 |
| SEL AWD | $43,700 / 290 mi | Wind AWD | $48,800 / 295 mi | $5,100 |
| Limited RWD | $45,225 / 318 mi | GT-Line RWD | $48,700 / 319 mi | $3,475 |
| Limited AWD | $49,125 / 269 mi | GT-Line AWD | $53,000 / 270 mi | $3,875 |
MSRP excludes destination ($1,545 EV6, $1,650 Ioniq 5). EPA range estimates.
Price is the Ioniq 5's strongest card. Equipment narrows the gap on some trims: the EV6 Wind adds ventilated front seats, a power passenger seat, a power liftgate, a 360-degree camera, Blind-Spot View Monitor, Highway Driving Assist 2 and Vehicle-to-Load power. The Ioniq 5 gets ventilated seats only on the Limited and V2L only on the XRT and Limited. Every EV6 has a wireless phone charger; the Ioniq 5 SE doesn't.
Charging
- Same 800-volt speed: both quote about 20 minutes for 10 to 80% on a 350-kW fast charger.
- Tesla Superchargers: both have a built-in NACS port. The EV6 supports Plug & Charge through Kia Charge Pass.
- Adapters: Hyundai includes a CCS adapter for stations such as Electrify America; Kia offers one separately.
- Home charging: both have a 10.9-kW onboard charger, about 7 hours 20 minutes from 10 to 100% on a Level 2 charger with the 84-kWh battery.
Colorado Driving
- AWD: both offer a 320-hp dual-motor AWD system. Kia quotes 0-60 mph in 5.0 seconds for the EV6 AWD.
- Trailheads: the Ioniq 5 XRT adds 7.0 in. of clearance, all-terrain tires and Terrain Mode. The EV6 sits at 6.1 in.
- Towing: a bike rack or small trailer is easier with the EV6, rated for up to 2,700 lbs on Long Range trims.
- Winter range: every EV loses range in freezing weather. Ask us about the heat pump on the exact EV6 you're considering.
- Colorado tax credit: every 2026 EV6 trim and every 2027 Ioniq 5 trim qualifies for the $750 state credit when you take delivery by Dec. 31, 2026. See our Colorado EV tax credit guide.
Where the Ioniq 5 Wins
An honest comparison names the rival's advantages:
- A lower price: $2,650 to $5,100 less than a comparable EV6.
- More cargo room: 26.3 vs. 24.4 cu ft with the seats up, 58.5 vs. 46.7 folded.
- The 2026 Ioniq 5 is a 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+. The EV6 didn't earn a 2026 IIHS award.
- The off-road XRT trim, with 7.0 in. of clearance and all-terrain tires.
- A taller, roomier cabin and a CCS adapter in the box.
- Unlimited-mile roadside assistance for 5 years.
- Slightly more range on the base battery: 245 vs. 237 miles.
Which Should You Buy?
Choose the EV6 if…
You want to tow, prefer a lower, sportier shape, want more standard features on the Wind trim, or want the EV6 GT-Line's Meridian audio and wide sunroof.
Choose the Ioniq 5 if…
Price and cargo space come first, or you want the XRT's off-road clearance.
Drive the EV6 at Emich Kia
We stock the EV6, including Light Long Range, Wind and GT-Line AWD models. Ask us about home charging and the Colorado tax credit.
- Family-owned since 1922 at 1260 S. Colorado Blvd. in Denver, a few minutes from I-25 and Cherry Creek.
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EV6 vs. Ioniq 5: FAQ
Are the Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 the same car?
They share batteries, motors and 800-volt charging, and both are built in Georgia, but they have different bodies, interiors and features. The Ioniq 5 is taller and boxier with more cargo room; the EV6 is lower and sportier.
Which is cheaper, the EV6 or Ioniq 5?
The Ioniq 5. The 2027 Ioniq 5 starts at $35,250 versus $37,900 for the 2026 EV6, and comparable trims are $2,650 to $5,100 less.
Which has more range?
They're nearly tied. With the long-range battery, the EV6 is rated 319 miles (RWD) and 295 miles (AWD) versus 318 and 290 for the Ioniq 5. With the base battery, the Ioniq 5 leads, 245 to 237.
Can the EV6 and Ioniq 5 tow?
Kia rates EV6 Long Range trims for up to 2,700 lbs. Hyundai rates the Ioniq 5 for 2,700 lbs only on the XRT with the factory tow hitch.
Which charges faster?
They're the same: about 20 minutes from 10 to 80% on a 350-kW DC fast charger, per each maker. Both have a built-in NACS port for Tesla Superchargers.
Do the EV6 and Ioniq 5 qualify for Colorado's EV tax credit?
Yes. Every 2026 EV6 and 2027 Ioniq 5 trim qualifies for Colorado's $750 credit if you take delivery by Dec. 31, 2026. The federal EV credit ended Sept. 30, 2025.
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