Head-to-head
Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs Kia EV4
At $49,990 the Kia EV4 undercuts the Hyundai Ioniq 6 by $15,510 (24%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Sedan
Hyundai Ioniq 6
The Ioniq 6 swaps the 5's upright stance for a slippery streamliner shape — drag coefficient of 0.21 — yielding a class-leading 614 km WLTP range from a 77.4 kWh battery.
- From
- $65,500
- Range
- 614 km
- Battery
- 77.4 kWh
Option B · Sedan
Kia EV4
Kia's electric sedan slots beneath the EV6 and is positioned to undercut the Tesla Model 3 in Australia. Bold fastback styling, 7-year warranty, and an under-$50k from-price are the headline pitch.
- From
- $49,990
- Range
- 456 km
- Battery
- 58.3 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and Kia EV4, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 6
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 goes 158 km further on a charge (614 vs 456 km WLTP).
- 2
DC charging · advantage Kia EV4
The Kia EV4 accepts 117 kW more DC peak charging (350 vs 233 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 3
Battery · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 6
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 carries a 19.1 kWh larger battery (77.4 vs 58.3 kWh).
- 4
Price · advantage Kia EV4
The Kia EV4 undercuts the Hyundai Ioniq 6 by $15,510 (24%) on starting price.
- 5
Warranty · advantage Kia EV4
The Kia EV4 covers the vehicle for 2 more years (7 vs 5 yrs).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Hyundai Ioniq 6 wins
- ▸ 158 km longer WLTP range
Where the Kia EV4 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $15,510
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (350 kW vs 233 kW)
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
Hyundai Ioniq 6
What we like
- ✓ Best range in segment for the price
- ✓ Excellent highway efficiency
- ✓ Genuinely distinctive styling
What we don't
- ✕ Rear headroom suffers vs the Ioniq 5
- ✕ Some cabin plastics feel scratchy
- ✕ Polarising 'pebble' design
Kia EV4
What we like
- ✓ Undercuts Tesla Model 3 from-price
- ✓ Kia's 7-year vehicle warranty
- ✓ Distinctive fastback styling stands out
What we don't
- ✕ Standard Range battery limits highway range
- ✕ AWD not yet offered
- ✕ Newer model — long-term reliability unproven
Frequently asked: Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs Kia EV4
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 or the Kia EV4?
- The Kia EV4 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $49,990 versus $65,500 for the Hyundai Ioniq 6, a $15,510 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 6 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 614 km, 158 km further than the Kia EV4's 456 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Kia EV4 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 350 kW versus 233 kW for the Hyundai Ioniq 6. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Is the Kia EV4 better value than the Hyundai Ioniq 6?
- On paper the Kia EV4 is $15,510 cheaper, but the Hyundai Ioniq 6 edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The Kia EV4 is covered by a 7-year vehicle warranty, versus 5 years for the Hyundai Ioniq 6. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Hyundai Ioniq 6
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (158 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: sales reps
Choose the
Kia EV4
if…
- ✓ you want to save $15,510 on the sticker
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.