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Kia EV6 vs Tesla Model Y L

Comparing the 2026 Kia EV6 (from $37,900) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y L (from $61,990). The EV6 offers 237 miles of range while the Model Y L offers 325 miles.

Quick Take

Kia EV6 wins on price, while Tesla Model Y L hauls the most gear.

Kia EV6

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Kia EV6

Best Value

  • Starts at $37,900
  • About $119 per mile of range
  • Up to 319 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Tesla Model Y L

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Tesla Model Y L

Most Cargo Space

  • 89 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 6
  • 195.9" long
  • 119.7" wheelbase
Price
$37,900 - $53,400
$61,990
Range
237-319 miles
325 miles
Horsepower
167-320 hp
456 hp
0-60 mph
5.2-8 sec
4.4 sec
Battery Size
63-84 kWh
82 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Seats
5
6
Top Speed
115-117 mph
125 mph
Towing Capacity
2700 lbs
3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
22 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
184.8"
195.9"
Width
74.4"
75.6"
Height
60.8"
65.7"
Cargo Capacity
50.2 cu ft
89 cu ft

Kia EV6 vs Tesla Model Y L: Which Should You Buy?

The Kia EV6 starts at $37,900, undercutting the Tesla Model Y L ($61,990) by about $24,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model Y L covers 325 miles, 6 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 30 for the Tesla Model Y L.

The Tesla Model Y L seats 6 to the Kia EV6's 5. The Tesla Model Y L offers 89 cu ft of cargo space vs 50.2 for the Kia EV6. The Kia EV6 is also 11 inches shorter than the Tesla Model Y L, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Kia EV6 if you want the most for your money, or the Tesla Model Y L if cargo space is king.

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