Kia EV6 vs Tesla Model Y
Comparing the 2026 Kia EV6 (from $37,900) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y (from $39,990). The EV6 offers 237 miles of range while the Model Y offers 321 miles.
Quick Take
Kia EV6 plays nicest with your phone, while Tesla Model Y is quickest off the line.
Price
$37,900 - $53,400
$39,990 - $57,990
Range
237-319 miles
306-357 miles
Horsepower
167-320 hp
258-460 hp
0-60 mph
5.2-8 sec
3.3-6.8 sec
Battery Size
63-84 kWh
69.5-84.6 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
Unknown
125-155 mph
Towing Capacity
2000 lbs
3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
184.8"
187"
Width
74.4"
75.6"
Height
60.8"
64"
Cargo Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
Kia EV6 vs Tesla Model Y: Which Should You Buy?
The Kia EV6 starts at $37,900, undercutting the Tesla Model Y ($39,990) by about $2,000.
In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model Y covers up to 357 miles, 38 more than the Kia EV6's maximum of 319.
Bottom line: pick the Kia EV6 if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves, or the Tesla Model Y if you want the quickest acceleration.
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