Battle Of The Korean Cousins! | Kia EV 6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5

[@Pikminiman]

I much prefer the exterior aesthetic of the Ioniq 5, so that would be my choice.

[@sswildlifevideos]

Same - the rear of the EV6 just kills it. Looks bloated.

[@sak4aak]

I actually bought the EV6 thinking it had a better aesthetic. But both are fantastic cars.

[@twospirits411]

Very good comparison video, and it made me re-consider the EV6 in my ongoing research. The EV6 does have rear heated seats, USB-C ports, and has that huge sub-woofer relocated to give a bigger rear trunk under-storage. But after all is said and done, I still go back to the I5 as the one I'll get. I really love the openness of the center console and the exterior styling more on the I5.

[@JJ-yu]

I've been waiting for a video on this. Seriously considering getting one of the korean twins and this was really helpful for me to help make a decision.... I really want a Model Y LR but just can't swing the cost (and the wait). Cool to know that the awd is quicker 0-60 than the Model Y LR! Thanks for a great comparo Alex.

[@PassportToPimlico]

They are triplets, not twins and the Genesis may be the best. Ioniq 6 now has also thrown its hat into the ring.

[@Antiguan_Dart]

@@PassportToPimlico if luxury is your bag rather than blistering performance the GV60 RWD 228bhp is compelling - with the following over the EV6 and ionic 5 - Nappa leather and suede seats and suede head liner, metal switch gear and metal fascia over piano black, double glazed windows, heat pump included, batter pre-conditioning and plug and go charging capability, full OTA updates, noise cancellation, Band and Olufsen stereo, electric adjustable steering wheel reach and rake, much more physical buttons for HVAC, finger print recognition, rotating crystal sphere ( motor on/off visual notification), massage driver seat while still sharing features which one or the other has like - rear window blinds and heated rear seats. Truly a car which feels like the money paid for it.

[@amigajoe]

Great comparison, but one nice feature that you failed to mention is that the rear seats in the Hyundai slide fore and aft. Gives you a little bit more flexibility for rear passenger room vs cargo room. (If the seats were in the most forward position, that might explain why you found the ev6 roomier back there.)

[@markmiller3279]

I prefer the look of the Hyundai, and the lower price, too. The range difference is minor to me given how quickly these can charge. On a road trip you're going to have to charge every couple of hundred miles either way, and usually just midday and at the end of the day (or throw in another brief stop if you must.) At home either one can handle commutes and charge overnight.

[@Name-jw4sj]

I don't understand these comments, the range of the Ioniq is better than the EV6. EV6 base range is 230 miles where the Ioniq SE is 303 miles.

[@fraserreddick8828]

EV6 all the way (which is just as well as mine is due in a few weeks - pretty much identical to the one here). The small decrease in practicality is not an issue for me and really that's the only area where the Ioniq wins (maybe the bigger sunroof although I do like that mine will open). Looks wise for me the EV6 is fantastic and I much prefer the style of the interior as well. The Ioniq retro look is not for me at all and I suspect will age badly, while the more minimalist interior doesn't do it for me. The EV6 does drive better - less body roll and more road feel, although it's not a huge difference (don't know if the UK spec is tuned differently than in America as seems to be more noticeable here? Could also be our roads). Both great cars and miles ahead of most of the competitors.

[@philhyde983]

I was in the same boat as you, Alex. I bought an EV6 because that's what I found first. I was initially more interested in the IONIC 5. In fact, I haven't seen a single IONIC 5 in my area (Central Oregon) but I've seen a couple of EV6's.

[@GudieveNing]

EV6 for the interior and dash. Have driven both.

[@Wasabi9111]

Great comparison. I love my Ioniq 5 and just drove 500 mi today on a road trip and thought it was very relaxing and quiet. You had previously mentioned the GV60 is quietest. Is it noticeably quieter bc of the active noise cancellation or just slightly quieter? Wondering if it’s worth the trade up….quieter ride and more features for the GV60.

[@sammyjor]

great comparison video. Would you pick these two over the Tesla Model Y?

[@mariomanuel1305]

Alex, I think you keep overlooking the “warmer” button on the IONIQ. That’s probably the quickest way to that seat climate control feature.

[@tbone9405]

Thanks!….Picking up my EV6 tomorrow thanks to this comprehensive review! No other reviewer is as detailed and pre answering all my questions. Thank you Alex!

[@PluginDuo]

Thanks so much Alex for doing this review! We're looking to replace our current short-range Ev, for a long range one, the EV6 and Ioniq 5 are absolutely at the top of the list. Especially because of their fast charging abilities. Please do regular updates on the EV6! We had 2 different generation Sonatas and both suffered from bad A/C compressors that self destroyed in summer weather. So we're a bit apprehensive about purchasing another Hyundai/Kia product. Thanks again Alex, we love your content!

[@user-mx4uv5gn4y]

I am really tempted. Another reveiwer commented on the lack of rear wiper. I live in a snow area and the rear window of my SUVs get dirty quickly from muddy slush. Rear wiper and washer are more important for this than maybe even rain clearing. I know you live in a non snow area Alex, but have you had any problem with visibilty on your EV6 with dirt? Thanks.

[@DustinBatchelor]

I have spent time with both of these cars. I drove the top trim "GT Line 2" (in Canada) of the EV6, and then the long range RWD version of the Ioniq 5. I was shocked by the handling difference between these two cars. The Ioniq 5 wallowed a lot, taking time for the suspension to settle after going around a corner. Your video makes me think that the suspension is firmed up for the top trim, and I wonder if the EV6 if equipped in RWD long range would have the same slow suspension. After driving both of them it was a complete 100% absolutely not buy for the Ioniq 5 in my mind, and I put money down on the EV6.

[@MrGarfield4]

Great review, as usual. I have a deposit on an EV6 AWD Wind. I expect to see it in early August. Oh yeah, I am paying MSRP…no haggling. 😊

[@mark_u]

Really tough to pick between these two. Would choose any one of these over the Genesis GV60 though :D

[@_CarlosA]

Since they are so similar, I would simply take the cheaper one! Love seeing them around here in SoCal

[@michaelnicola5210]

Bought the ionic 5, delivered yesterday and thrilled. Did so much research including your vid’s and realized I wanted rear seat comfort and boot capacity more. Still learning about the vehicle, discovering all the hidden goodies. Thanks for the helpful reviews.

[@baronessoftoys6430]

Ioniq 5 all day long! Looks retro cool! 80’s futuristic with Delorean vibes makes it the clear winner! Winner of multiple world car of the year awards as well! Interior is more airy and clean. Huge vision roof is amazing. Inside feels like a lounge. I have the limited AWD and absolutely love it!

[@Krydolph]

I had a test drive in the Ioniq 5, I don't really like the seats, I am a big guy, and I felt they were too much bucket or what you call it, the sides go in and hug me more than I like! I havent been in a EV6, but after seeing both IRL, I actually like the EV6 looks better! I was sure I liked the Ioniq 5 best, I do on video, but in person I prefer the EV6... I don't know if it matters though. There is more than a years wait on Ioniq 5 here, and Kia has taken prices off their website, so guessing its no better! And they are borderline too expensive for me too, but a man can dream!

[@RiceLaboratoriesandScreening]

Amazing video. Very detailed and if you're looking for a video comparing these two vehicles then this is the one to get all the information you need to know. I can't wait until you do the Genesis gv60 review and do the range test. I know it's small but i really like that luxury style. If the range is way off though then it's off the table for sure

[@rsawyer757]

After test driving both I'm super torn. I LOVE the exterior of the Ioniq 5 and I LOVED the interior of the EV6. The EV6 is a little more expensive in general but I can get a Wind EV6 + tech package that gets most of the features of the Limited Ioniq 5 for thousands less. But stock seems to be way lower in my area for the EV6 and dealers are charging way more because of it. The only one around here is a Wind AWD w/ tech package and they've marked it up to $64k! Gonna sit on it a few months and see what happens. Worst case I end up with something completely different.

[@sentryion3106]

Over here in north cal the 2023 rwd gt line ev6 can be found for 54k with no dealer markup. The ioniq 5 limited is 60k at least.

[@joo02]

I want exterior of Ioniq 5, interior of EV6, and luxury of GV60.

[@joeisawesome540]

lol, EV6 and Ioniq 5 are so similar that Alex got them mixed up at the 4:34 mark xD

[@sparkstack]

The USB sockets are in the seats of the EV6, not Ioniq 5. You even show the EV6 armrest when panning, but narrate as “But in the Ioniq…”

[@mrstinky2421]

The free charging on the ioniq 5 sold me.

[@socrplar125]

Kia has free charging

[@ricke95126]

@@socrplar125 only for 1000 mikes right?

[@alzamborsky7544]

Ioniq 5 has 2 years of unlimited 30-minute charging sessions. EV6 has 1000 kWh of complimentary charging. Both are through Electrify America.

[@be236]

@@ricke95126 I believe it's for 1000 kWh of energy... which could be used up in about 1/2 a year depending on how much you drive...

[@t1328]

Great video. I do find it frustrating that they have so many features that should be standard on both, but are only available on one. For example, the heated rear seats, or the USB C adapters (that one in particular is the ultimate in cheapskate cost cutting on Hyundai’s part. I love my Ioniq 5. But those types of things do annoy me.

[@timaustin2000]

What's odd is that I'm pretty sure you do get heated rear seats on the European Ioniq 5,... Mine should be coming with them

[@t1328]

@@timaustin2000 yeah, I think Hyundai and Kia to vary what they put into these cars Byblos country a fair amount.

[@volcalstone]

​@@timaustin2000Canada has rear heated seats on the Limited. Yeah Hyundai cheapen out for sure. So did Kia as both don't have auto windows on the rears, just the front. I guess they reserved that for the Genesis.

[@MaxPower-11]

I personally prefer the look of the EV6 as I am not a big fan of boxy styling. Of these two vehicles, out on the road I have only seen the Hyundai (a couple of times). It looked smaller than I expected; kind of reminded me of a European VW Golf.

[@timdsd]

Great comparison of the top level trims. I've been on a waitlist for an IONIQ 5 for 13 months in California, not wanting to pay additional dealer markup. I may settle for an ID.4, which I can get at sticker price this fall.

[@applerider4205]

I am regretting the purchase of the ID4. I hope you make a wise choice.

[@Stansbrokenhandle]

Excellent review and comparison, TY

[@Qrail]

That was an excellent review. I was charging my A3 Audi etron in Needles, when I saw the first Ioniq 5. Visited with the very happy driver, and sat in the car. He paid $57k plus sales tax. Then less the federal tax credit. It was still twice as much as what I have in my Audi. The electric car industry will not gain many buyers if they do the actual math. At $7 a gallon, I would have to drive 185,000 miles to make up the difference. That is 18 years for me. Edited for spelling.

[@joeb4294]

The Audi A3 etron cost about $40k new. The base Ioniq 5 starts at $40k. It sounds like you bought your Audi used, so that's not an apples to apples comparison.

[@charleshall7033]

Joe must be right. Even used Audis are going for $60-70k as of July 2022.

[@joeb4294]

@@charleshall7033 The Audi A3 etron (PHEV hatchback version of A3) is no longer sold new and is going for $30k used today, many of these are 2016 through 2018 model years. It's not a bad option, especially if its 17 mile EV only range works for your daily commute. I had always wished that it's cheaper cousin, the VW Golf GTE had been sold in the US.

[@Qrail]

@@joeb4294 yes, I got mine as a certified preowned, and have owned it for 2 years. I had a Nissan Leaf that I used for my local and commute driving. I got rid of it, because the mission my car changed. I retired, and had to do some elder care, resulting in monthly trips of 850 miles. Even with the ChadeMo the Leaf wasn’t the right car for the job. Now as a senior on a fixed income, taking care of a really senior elder, the new electric cars are in a different league. But if you look, you can have options, like the Ford Fusion hybrid for less money. ( also not made anymore ). Also, my car can get between 24 and 27 miles, not 17 only on electric only.

[@joeb4294]

@@Qrail That's awesome - I'm happy to hear that the A3 e-tron works great for you! It was on my short list several years back. But then I moved to a new house and my daily roundtrip commute changed from 11 miles to 47 miles. I ended up getting a 2017 BMW i3 REx which has been great for me; like you, I was lucky enough to buy it used about two years ago (before used car prices went crazy).

[@dwgar1322]

Excellent review.

[@Luma_29]

If Tesla didn’t exist imagine just how more deadly the Ionic 5 would be

[@markmiller3279]

I hardly see any similarity. The Teslas are priced like luxury vehicles, despite offering very little luxury. Even at the same price I'd choose the better looking, roomier Hyundai.

[@Usul-xp6ve]

@@markmiller3279 Also since Tesla is so new in the car manufacturing they have a lot of issues with reliability and manufacturing faults that will appear after the purchase. But sure it looks ok on paper.

[@joeb4294]

If Tesla didn't exist, we wouldn't have gotten the Ioniq 5 for another decade, if ever.

[@Krydolph]

I thank Tesla for waking up the automotive industry, and showing how we CAN have EVs... But I wouldn't want to own one! If you don't have home charging at a possibility, MAYBE I can see some arguments for them! But while the games and the farts sounds are nice gimmicks, its not something that should make you want to buy one car instead of another. The idea that you have to do basically anything from the screen or an app is straight up stupid! It's a solution to a problem that never existed, and its a worse solution than what we had before! And quality isn't really their strongsuit either! For the price of a tesla, misaligned panels and lights you can keep fish in is no less than unacceptable to me! Tesla is not even on my radar when I am looking at EV!

[@PassportToPimlico]

@@Usul-xp6ve Don't forget the panel gaps that you can lose children in.

[@be236]

How's the seat cushion on the back feel between the two? I have Kia Niro EV and its cushion on my back is so firm. I had Nissan LEAF seats once and it was most comfy/soft on my back.

[@pierrehamel1]

Both very attractive. I hope to get my 1st ev in 2-3 yrs. Rear wiper, washer a must where I live. Towing capacity (only 2 to 3000lbs/small trailer) would be a big plus. Also a roof rack to carry canoe/kayak. Which other models in this price range are interesting for outdoorsy folk?

[@drive-channel1834]

Tesla Model Y

[@toddaulner5393]

I think the ev6 is way better looking. I mean the ioniq5 looks like a 1989 golf.

[@peterfessier9780]

I like them both but it’s and easy choice for me, which is the IoniQ 5. Is that lucid blue on the Hyundai in the video? I’ve seen them both around town and they both look much better in person than in pictures. The styling of the Ioniq 5 just works for me with the retro/futuristic vibe. I love those headlights and taillights. Alas I cannot bring myself to pay $5000 over MSRP which is the cheapest I’ve seen. Most dealers are asking $10,000 or more. And I’d just have to have the AWD. : )

[@davidtay3373]

How does the VW ID.4 Pro S AWD compare? I know it lacks some of the features that these two have (e.g. DC fast charging, V2L, fancy tech) but unless I'm mistaken, the range is almost comparable (245 miles), slightly lower entry cost of entry and probably greater availability in the marketplace?

[@ltkwok]

Why the large range difference between the AWD and RWD in the IONIQ 5? I understand the front motor can be decoupled which means there is only a small weight difference. Is the real world range closer?

[@markmiller3279]

He also noted that the RWD models have narrower tires.

[@venkateshd32]

Range is my key consideration in the EV purchase. 1) Kia EV6 Wind VS GT or Ioniq 5 SEL VS Limited - Because the higher trim ( GT or Limited) has bigger wheels and stickier tires, I was expecting a reduction of 10 - 15 Miles in range. The EPA testing doesn't indicate any change. I'm curious to know this. If there is no penalty in range, I'd go for the higher trim.

[@mikepoole1037]

The 1 thing he didn’t mention which I hear a lot is the ionic 5 supposedly is much smother ride over bumps and imperfections

[@Jan123.]

Great review!

[@BTC909]

The 2nd row in the Ioniq 5 slides. The "four dots" is H in morse code.

[@Swo_Olley_63]

Dots are round. The 4 symbols on the steering wheel and in the dash are squares therefore not dots.

[@frankalesso4616]

I would buy the EV6, because the styling is much better. The Inoq 5 looks too much like a 1980s Dodge Omni/Plymouth Horizon, or a 1980s VW. The styling of the EV6 is so sleek and sporty.

[@jimross623]

…. Four dots on the Hyundai steering wheel are there because four dots are Morse Code for the letter ‘H’. I’m buying an EV6 though! Good review by the way. 👍

[@davidjohnson7633]

These are the first EVs that I’m truly excited about. But for road-tripping I would probably upgrade to the GV60 base or Cadillac Lyric. Quieter, better controls and more luxurious. For a daily driver around town, either the EV6 or Ioniq 5 in small battery RWD or the Kia Niro would work for me

[@zengrongxin]

The piano black in the EV6 is a bit too much for me...

[@The72Rabbit]

I prefer black wheels as chrome makes dirt more noticeable.

[@wackit6756]

Alex, you close the right car, right options, and right color. It’s a striking car, elegant, futuristic, sexy, and will age well, unlike the Ionic 5 which looks old already and reminds me of the old Dodge Omni.

[@DBSTekCA]

15:35 Those 3 dots are Morse Code …. for H

[@Swo_Olley_63]

Dots are round. The 4 symbols on the steering wheel and in the dash are 4 small squares, therefore not dots !

[@baldisaerodynamic9692]

i just dont like the look inside or out of the ioniq 5. the EV6 is plain better looking in and out, and worth the extra cash just for that alone. but im not ready to jump yet. the ioniq 6 MIGHT make me consider one....

[@be236]

Great comparison. I prefer SUV/hatchback look of Ioniq 5 , over EV6 (which looks like a sedan). And EV6 headrest looks weird/ugly.

[@colonelkfc33]

I like the Ioniq 5 more but would still take a Model 3 or Y over either. The charging options just doubled after I watched Tom Moulogney's CCS to Tesla adapter video. Neither of these have a frunk and good luck finding one especially if you don't live in a tree hugger state.

[@Lifecoach7Ra]

Since May I drive the EV6 AWD and get a regular range of 517 km per charge, that is less than official rating. How you handle the throttle is the key! Kia is more fine cars from Europe of the past, e.g. Lancia, Jaguar E-Type, Peugeot RCZ and Ioniq 5 more hatch as Fiat or VW Golf..,

[@Lifecoach7Ra]

Sorry, that is MORE…😜

[@jazzfan7491]

Visibility sure looks a lot better in the Ionia 5. EV6 windows are mimicking the trendy design of the small Range Rover. Ionia 5 more similar to a practical Subaru.

[@amigatommy7]

A sunroof that does not open is useless to me. I'm old.

[@drive-channel1834]

Any sunroof or moonroof is useless, I prefer a bulletproof steel roof

[@garrettreven5144]

What are the odds the Ioniq 6 will arrive in time for the federal tax credit? Also: what happens if the tax credit expires after one has ordered it?

[@JamesCovalentBond]

4 dots on the horn of Ioniq5 represents "H" in Morse Code:)

[@mr.c6674]

Kia/Hyundai must not employee any interior designers that reside in colder climates. Otherwise they would have made the seat warmers much easier to access. Here in Michigan, my family ALWAYS turn on and off the seat and/or steering wheel warmers from December through late February. Dumb decision. Add a button!

[@ekyu88]

Please double check, my recent understanding is that they uses LG batteries which is manufactured in China which does not qualify your EV for US rebate.

[@ufdring]

Batteries come fom SK Innovation

[@JBM425]

Suggestion: when comparing vehicle sizes, include more non-EVs and hybrids. It would have been useful to see the RAV4, CX-5/CX-50, and Jeep Cherokee as part of the benchmarks. It’s like how including similar-sized popular non-luxury models help put luxury brands into perspective.

[@callresponse2574]

For what it's worth, the ID4 is similar in size to the RAV4. Because this channel is the "EV Buyers Guide", I suspect Alex wants to keep things mostly EV and PHEV-focused

[@robertehlers3757]

No question. I would go with the EV6 because large glass roofs that don't open are a deal-killer for me.

[@cwheremonster8870]

I’m not trying to be funny here.. but I hate glass roofs. The sun in the summer is brutal. So the option to open is huge. Or at least let me have shade. Please tell me I’m not the only one who feels this way (?)

[@OGGuy-xb1yk]

I heard both now do not qualify for the tax credit.

[@schmidtholger59]

Das Licht ist aber beim Kia EV6 besser, vorallem mit den Matrix Scheinwerfern. Beim Ioniq 5 sehe ich kaum etwas.

[@binhongchan3412]

The 7500 dollas tax credit is the government gift for the dealers

[@amigatommy7]

Saw the 2023 Ionic is getting an upgrade.

[@flolou8496]

What kind of upgrade?

[@joecanis484]

I would opt for the Ioniq 5.

[@PassportToPimlico]

Competitors are the Genesis GV60, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and the updated Kia e Niro. So you're still going to hand over your cash to the Hyundai group.

[@mssnhllss]

I got both cars

[@VinegarAndSaltedFries]

Excited to see the BZ4X after all this recall mess has been handled. I know many dislike it because it’s clear Toyota doesn’t want it’s owners to fast charge and thus made it slow and capped but with the AWD versions using CATL battery packs and the regular using the Panasonic battery tech I feel like Toyota is really putting the emphasis on long lasting EV’s rather than trying to make an EV fit in the Gas powered world of long commutes. The truth is EV’s/Non solid state battery’s aren’t ready to fully replace long distance commuters but most families it would be perfect with a level 2 chargers home installed. I like both of these cars and was trying to get an ionic but I’m not the biggest fan of under the hood’s engineering and Every Hyundai Dealer has been a nightmare to deal with both the Hyundai and Kia dealers around me have all massive mark ups and poor reputations. I’m of the opinion if you are gunna spend 50K plus on a car It better last a long time, and Fast Charging is always going to increase battery degradation. I’m honestly very happy with our Mach E.

[@VinegarAndSaltedFries]

Anyways great video. For reference every Limited Ionic 5 has a sticker price of 56k plus not to mention tax. And for that price it’s a bit rough.

[@wesb217]

The only thing you missed is the fact that only the EV6 has rear climate control vents while the Hyundai doesn’t. This steered me away from the Hyundai as I live in a hot climate and need the rear section to cool as soon as possible for the kids to be comfortable.

[@EVBuyersGuide]

Not sure what you mean, the Ioniq has rear vents they are just on the pillars rather than the console

[@wesb217]

The SE doesn’t have rear air vents you will have to step up to higher trims if you want air vents for the rear passenger something that is standard on the Kia EV6

[@peterfriedman3745]

What was going on the EV6’s DRL’s? Looks like they kept going out while you were driving.

[@tj81164]

That’s what LED looks like on camera. They aren’t actually blinking.

[@sprockkets]

Sadly, both are just too expensive. Still good value compared to the model 3 and the comically expensive y. Since I don't need an ev yet, guess an Equinox is in my future.

[@garyclark6747]

Four inches less of shoulder room is as significant as the aerodynamic gain in the EV6. It would seem the size of your backseat passengers is a deciding factor as to how many could be carried comfortably and for what length of time. Awesome review that removes a ton of baloney and gets it down to where the rubber meets the road‼️

[@amigatommy7]

EV6

[@marccourchesne1200]

Ev6

[@mysteryboyee]

The ev6 objectively looks way better then the ioniq 5 due to one simple fact: it avtuslly looks like a god damn car, the ioniq 5 just looks like a fat prius

[@Marco-ce8kr]

EV6.

[@minniesaab7255]

🆒️🆒️🆒️ both

[@yanivbalas1]

IONIQ5 !!!!!!!!!!!! THE BEST

[@JJAVA-wt6eo]

KIA!!!!!

[@charleshall7033]

Alex, I love your reviews, but please bear in mind that many Kia's are not sold nationwide... and the Hyundai EV's are sold out for a year. How about finding out whether Kia sevices EV's nationwide? And pointing out which cars are unobtainable and thus not in consideration for buyers. A review is no good to me if I can't buy the darn thing!

[@rkgsd]

Tesla has them both beat when it comes to AWD range.

[@841577]

I was considering a model Y. Went with an EV6 for two main reasons. Price, and the fact I’m certain I would dislike how you have to do nearly everything through the touch screen on the Tesla. I like physical buttons.

[@rkgsd]

@@841577 My only concern would be service. For example are the Kia dealers setup for collision repair and general EV repairs like Tesla is? I've read stories of Hyundai's taking weeks or months for Ioniq 5 repairs because the parts weren't readily available.

[@joeb4294]

I'm very disappointed to see that both of these have red rear turn signals. I decided a long time ago that I would never own a car that lacks amber rear turn signals because I think it is just a cheap shortcut that makes the car less safe. Automakers also do this because they think it looks better or is more fashionable - still not a good reason. As more and more EVs come to the US market, this makes my choice easier - I can just forget about the EV6 and the Ioniq 5.

[@lexlopez15]

You're reasoning for the small frunk space is inaccurate seeing as how the European version has a much larger and deeper frunk space in the rear wheel drive ev6 because there's no front motor underneath it...i think Kia just didn't want to spend the extra money to produce the bigger frunk in the U.S.... as far as the 2 cars themselves; the Ioniq is just ugly to me all around. It looks like a modernized Volkswagen rabbit, and they stopped making those ages ago.... you also didn't mention that the rear windows on the Ioniq don't go all the way down, they only go a little further than half way which was something old modern cars used to have for child safety except it could be turned on and off with a button on the driver's door...not so with the Ioniq, you're basically stuck with them... the only thing the Ioniq has over the Ev6 is the footrest in the rear seats when reclining...but in terms of range, power, looks, features, color options, the Ev6 beats the Ioniq across the board...the ev6 looks like it came from the future where the Ioniq looks like it used parts from the past. the only thing i don't like on the ev6 is the car graphic on the screen, it's clearly modeled after the ionic since they share the same software too. I gather they developed the Ioniq 5 1st and then just transferred the software to the ev6. I'm hoping that it can be changed down the road with an over the air system update...still not a deal breaker as is though. Lastly, one thing that tends to be important for a lot of buyers...resell value, you can sell any used Kia a lot easier than any hundai and get more for it.

[@GrumpyShihTzu]

Pfft, can't even go 300 miles on a single charge. Talk to me when they make EV's that can go 400 miles and don't cost an arm & a leg.

[@markmiller3279]

Do you routinely go places between 300 and 400 miles? Road trips likely require topping up the batteries at either range, and commutes rarely require even 100 miles. Extreme ranges require needlessly heavy, expensive battery packs, while adding minimal utility.

[@Qrail]

Look at a hybrid. Use the electric in the city, go to hybrid battery hold on the freeway, and make your trip. I routinely go on an 850 mile trip monthly, and can get 70 miles of electric charge, and 48 mpg. For a combined 61 mpg total.

[@joeb4294]

If you never need to stop and stretch your legs or go to the bathroom, get the Prius Prime - you can get 25 miles EV range for putzing around town, but the total range is 650 miles. You can sit in one place for more than 8 hours straight on the highway (sounds like fun). In the US, with the federal tax credit, the Prius Prime is cheaper than the normal Prius, about $25k.

[@davidmccarthy6061]

Exactly. People throw out their imaginary range numbers as if they drive 300 miles every single day and are never parked long enough for 20 minutes to charge.

[@Monterrey_Manila]

Father vs Son companies .