Head-to-head
Kia EV6 vs Kia EV4
At $49,990 the Kia EV4 undercuts the Kia EV6 by $22,600 (31%) — 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 · SUV
Kia EV6
Built on Hyundai-Kia's 800-volt E-GMP platform, the EV6 charges from 10–80% in under 20 minutes on a 350 kW charger. The GT variant is one of the fastest production cars sold in Australia.
- From
- $72,590
- Range
- 528 km
- Battery
- 84 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 Kia EV6 and Kia EV4, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Kia EV6
The Kia EV6 goes 72 km further on a charge (528 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 Kia EV6
The Kia EV6 carries a 25.7 kWh larger battery (84 vs 58.3 kWh).
- 4
Price · advantage Kia EV4
The Kia EV4 undercuts the Kia EV6 by $22,600 (31%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Kia EV6 wins
- ▸ 72 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.3s vs 7.4s)
Where the Kia EV4 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $22,600
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (350 kW vs 233 kW)
Kia EV6
What we like
- ✓ 800V architecture for ultra-fast DC charging
- ✓ Striking exterior design
- ✓ Excellent ride/handling balance
What we don't
- ✕ Rear seat headroom limited by sloping roofline
- ✕ Boot smaller than EV5
- ✕ Updates have pushed price upward each year
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: Kia EV6 vs Kia EV4
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Kia EV6 or the Kia EV4?
- The Kia EV4 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $49,990 versus $72,590 for the Kia EV6, a $22,600 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Kia EV6 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 528 km, 72 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 Kia EV6. 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 Kia EV6?
- On paper the Kia EV4 is $22,600 cheaper, but the Kia EV6 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 one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Kia EV6
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (72 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: frequent road-trippers
Choose the
Kia EV4
if…
- ✓ you want to save $22,600 on the sticker
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you match the profile: tesla model 3 cross-shoppers
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.