Kia EV6 vs Rivian R2
Comparing the 2026 Kia EV6 (from $37,900) with the 2026 Rivian R2 (from $44,990). The EV6 offers 237 miles of range while the R2 offers 275 miles.
Quick Take
Kia EV6 charges fastest, while Rivian R2 hauls the most gear.
2026 • SUV
Fastest Charger
- 22 min 10-80% DC fast charge
- 258 kW peak charging speed
- Up to 319 mi EPA-rated range
Kia EV6 vs Rivian R2: Which Should You Buy?
The Kia EV6 starts at $37,900, undercutting the Rivian R2 ($44,990) by about $7,000.
In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R2 covers up to 345 miles, 26 more than the Kia EV6's maximum of 319. At a DC fast charger, the Kia EV6 goes from 10-80% in about 22 minutes vs 29 for the Rivian R2.
The Rivian R2 offers 90.1 cu ft of cargo space vs 50.2 for the Kia EV6.
Bottom line: pick the Kia EV6 if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R2 if cargo space is king.
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