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Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6

Prices, specs and on-road cost, side by side. Updated 7 Oct 2026.

Hyundai Ioniq 5
Kia EV6

Hyundai

Ioniq 5

From ₹55.71 Lakh

Kia

EV6

From ₹65.98 Lakh

Hyundai Ioniq 5Standard · ₹55.71 Lakh
Kia EV6GT Line AWD · ₹65.98 Lakh

What's different

On the versions picked above

Price Ioniq 5: ₹55.71 Lakh (ahead) EV6: ₹65.98 Lakh Ioniq 5 ₹10.27 lakh cheaper
Safety Ioniq 5: 5 stars EV6: 5 stars Euro NCAP
Range Ioniq 5: 690 km (ahead) EV6: 663 km Claimed
Power Ioniq 5: Not published EV6: 325 hp
Boot Ioniq 5: 527 litres EV6: 520 litres Length 4,635 vs 4,695 mm

Pick the Ioniq 5 for the lower price and more range.

Spec by spec

Price

Ex-showroom
₹55.71 Lakh
₹65.98 Lakh
On-road in
₹56.22 Lakh
₹66.49 Lakh
EMI, 5 years, 20% down
₹94,455 a month
₹1,11,715 a month

Headline figures

Powertrain
Electric
Electric
Power
Not listed
325 hp
Torque
Not listed
605 Nm
Gearbox
Automatic
Automatic
Range
690 km
663 km

Vehicle Details

Body Type
Flagship Electric Crossover SUV
Flagship Electric Performance Crossover
Seating Capacity
5 Seats
5 Seats

Motor, Battery & Performance

Motor Type & Placement
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM), Rear-Axle Mounted
Dual Motors (AWD: 165 kW Rear + 74 kW Front) / Single Rear Motor (RWD: 168 kW / 229 PS)
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
All-Wheel Drive (Dual Motor AWD with Electronic Disconnector) on AWD / Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) on RWD
Battery Pack Capacity
84 kWh Liquid-Cooled Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
84 kWh
Battery Chemistry & Ingress Rating
NMC Lithium-Ion, 800V Ultra-Fast Electrical Architecture, IP67 Waterproof Enclosure
NMC Lithium-Ion (800V Ultra-Fast Charging Architecture, IP67 Waterproof, E-GMP Platform)
Top Speed
185 km/h (unverified for the 2026 update, carried over from prior figure)
192 km/h (Electronically Limited)
0-100 km/h
7.74 sec (Autocar India tested figure)
5.2 sec (AWD) / 7.3 sec (RWD)

Range & Charging

AC Charging Time (0-100% at kW)
11 kW AC 3-Phase Wallbox: approx 8h (calculated from 84 kWh pack at 11 kW, not officially confirmed)
11 kW 3-Phase AC Home Wallbox: 0-100% in 7h 20m
DC Fast Charging Time (10-80% at Max kW)
350 kW Ultra-Fast DC Charging: 10-80% in approx 18 mins (800V DC Charger)
350 kW Ultra-Fast DC Fast Charging: 10-80% in 18 mins (800V DC Charger; 50 kW DC in 73 mins)
V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) Support
Yes, V2L via in-cabin 230V socket and external charging port adapter
Yes (V2L Vehicle-to-Load Bidirectional Power Output inside cabin 230V socket + outside charging port adapter up to 3.6 kW)
Regenerative Braking Modes / One-Pedal Drive
Smart Regenerative Braking with i-Pedal One-Pedal Driving Mode and steering wheel paddle selectors
Smart Regenerative Braking 2.0 with i-Pedal One-Pedal Driving Mode & 6-Stage Steering Wheel Paddle Selectors (Auto, 0, 1, 2, 3, Max i-Pedal)

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Brake Type & Diameter
Ventilated Disc (345 mm) with Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) & Auto Hold
Ventilated Disc Brakes on all 4 Wheels (345 mm with Electronic Parking Brake EPB & Auto Hold)
Rear Brake Type & Diameter
Disc (345 mm), all 4 discs standard
Ventilated Disc Brakes (345 mm)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Springs, Gas Dampers & Stabilizer Bar
MacPherson Strut with Coil Springs, Frequency Selective Dampers (FSD) & Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Independent Rear Suspension with Gas Dampers
Multi-Link Independent Rear Suspension with Frequency Selective Dampers (FSD)
Wheel Type & Size
20-inch Alloy Wheels
19-inch Crystal-Cut Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels
Tyre Size
Not confirmed on official site for the 2026 update, check with dealer
235/55 R19 Kumho / Nexen Low-Rolling-Resistance Tubeless Radial
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre Mobility Kit with Compressor
Tyre Mobility Kit with 12V Electric Compressor

Dimensions & Storage

Length
4,635 mm
4,695 mm
Width
1,890 mm
1,890 mm
Height
1,625 mm
1,550 mm
Wheelbase
3,000 mm
2,900 mm (Long EV wheelbase)
Ground Clearance
163 mm (unverified against 2026 update, carried over from prior figure)
178 mm
Kerb Weight
2,015 kg (Autocar India)
2,090 kg (AWD) / 1,980 kg (RWD)
Boot Space
527 Litres, expandable with rear seats folded
520 Litres (expandable to 1,300 L with 60:40 folded rear seats)
Front Trunk / Frunk Space
57 Litres
20 Litres (AWD) / 52 Litres (RWD Front Trunk / Frunk with LED Light)

Safety & ADAS

NCAP Rating
5 stars, Euro NCAP (2021). Adult occupant 33.8/38, child occupant 42.6/49. Euro NCAP ratings last six years, so this one runs until 1 January 2028.
5 stars, Euro NCAP (2022). Adult occupant 34.5/38, child occupant 42.2/49.
Airbags Count & Configuration
6 Airbags Standard (dual front, side, full-length curtain)
8 Airbags Standard (Dual front, front/rear side thorax, full curtain, front center airbag)
ESP, TC, Hill Hold / Descent Control
Yes, Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Stability Management, Hill Start Assist
Yes (Electronic Stability Control ESC, Vehicle Stability Management VSM, Hill-Start Assist Control HAC, Multi-Collision Brake, ABS with EBD)
ADAS Level & Key Features
Level 2 ADAS: Adaptive Cruise Control, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance, Lane Keeping Assist
Level 2 ADAS (Kia Drive Wise with 21 Autonomous Features: Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist FCA-Junction, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance, Lane Keeping & Following Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance, Safe Exit Assist, High Beam Assist, Highway Driving Assist HDA)
360-Degree Camera / Parking Assist
360-Degree Surround View Monitor with Front/Rear Parking Sensors
360-Degree Surround View Camera with Blind View Monitor (BVM in digital cluster) & Front/Rear Parking Sensors
TPMS
Yes, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes (Highline TPMS with individual tyre pressure display)
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes, rear outer seats
Yes (Rear outer seats with ISOFIX)

Interior & Cockpit

Touchscreen Display Size & OS
Dual 12.3-inch Panoramic Curved Displays with Hyundai BlueLink EV Suite
Dual 12.3-inch Curved Panoramic Display: 12.3-inch HD Touchscreen Navigation with Kia Connect EV Suite
Digital Instrument Cluster Size
12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display
12.3-inch Full Digital Color Driver Cluster Display with Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (AR-HUD with turn projection)
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Wireless Android Auto
Connected Car Suite & OTA Updates
Hyundai BlueLink with V2L Controls, Remote Climate Pre-cooling & OTA Updates
Kia Connect with 60+ Connected Features, In-Built Alexa, V2L Charging Management, Remote Climate Pre-cooling, SOTA Updates
Audio System & Speaker Count
Bose Premium Sound System
Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio System with Subwoofer, External Amplifier & Intelli Q Technology
Sunroof Type
Panoramic Fixed Glass Roof with Power Sunblind
Wide Electric Glass Sunroof with One-Touch Operation & Power Sunblind
Ventilated / Powered Front Seats
Power Front Seats with Heating and Ventilation, Power Sliding Rear Seats
Zero-Gravity Premium Relaxation Front Seats with Power Calf Support, Heated & Ventilated (3-Levels), Driver Memory & Vegan Suede/Leatherette Upholstery + Heated Rear Seats
Climate Control
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump
Not listed
Wireless Phone Charger
Yes
Yes (Wireless Smartphone Charging Pad with Active Cooling Fan)
Cabin Colour
Obsidian Black interior (sole cabin colour offered)
Not listed
Climate Control (Auto AC Zones & Heat Pump)
Not listed
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump Standard, Auto Defogger & Rear AC Outlets

Lighting & Exterior

Headlights
Parametric Pixel Full LED Headlights with Pixel LED DRLs
Dual LED Projector Headlights with Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB) & Dynamic Welcome Light Sequence
Tail Lights
Parametric Pixel Full-Width LED Tail Lamps
Not listed
Front Bumper (2026 update)
Redesigned front bumper with V-shaped garnish
Not listed
Rear Styling (2026 update)
Redesigned rear bumper and taller rear spoiler
Not listed
Tail Lights (LED Lightbar)
Not listed
Full-Width Connected Star Map LED Tail Light Arch with Sequential Dynamic Indicators
Fog Lamps & DRLs
Not listed
Integrated LED DRLs, Flush Automatic Pop-Out Door Handles & Aerodynamic Rear Wing Spoiler with Integrated Brake Light

Colours, Charging & Warranty

Charging Port Type
Type 2 AC & CCS-2 DC Fast Charging, 800V Architecture
Type 2 AC & Combined Charging System CCS-2 DC Fast Charging (Rear-Right Motorized Flap, 800V Architecture)
Standard Vehicle Warranty
3 Years / Unlimited km (extendable up to 5 Years / 1,40,000 km)
3 Years / Unlimited km factory warranty (extendable up to 5 Years / 1,00,000 km)
Battery & Motor Warranty
8 Years / 1,60,000 km
8 Years / 1,60,000 km on the high-voltage battery pack (guaranteeing minimum 70% state of health)
Service Interval
12 Months / 10,000 km
12 Months / 15,000 km

Choice

Versions
1 version
1 version
Price range
₹55.71 Lakh
₹65.98 Lakh
Colours
4 colours
4 colours

Features are what each maker lists for its top versions. "Not listed" means the maker's sheet does not mention it, not that the vehicle lacks it.

Same engine and gearbox, closest price

Pick a pair to compare those two versions

Electric

Standard₹55.71 Lakh GT Line AWD₹65.98 Lakh EV6 ₹10.27 lakh more

On-road price by city

Ioniq 5 Standard against EV6 GT Line AWD

CityIoniq 5EV6Gap
Mumbai₹56.22 Lakh₹66.49 LakhIoniq 5 ₹10.27 lakh less
Pune₹56.22 Lakh₹66.49 LakhIoniq 5 ₹10.27 lakh less
New Delhi₹56.22 Lakh₹66.49 LakhIoniq 5 ₹10.27 lakh less
Bengaluru₹61.85 Lakh₹73.15 LakhIoniq 5 ₹11.30 lakh less
Chennai₹56.29 Lakh₹66.57 LakhIoniq 5 ₹10.27 lakh less
Hyderabad₹56.32 Lakh₹66.59 LakhIoniq 5 ₹10.27 lakh less

Ex-showroom price plus road tax, registration and insurance, by each state's rules. Dealers may add handling charges and accessories.

Common questions

Which is cheaper, the Ioniq 5 or the EV6?

The Ioniq 5, by ₹10.27 lakh on the versions compared here: Ioniq 5 Standard at ₹55.71 Lakh against EV6 GT Line AWD at ₹65.98 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹56.22 Lakh against ₹66.49 Lakh.

Which has more range?

The Ioniq 5 claims 690 km against 663 km on the versions compared here. These are official test figures, not road measurements.

Which is safer?

The Ioniq 5: 5 stars, Euro NCAP 2021. The EV6: 5 stars, Euro NCAP 2022. The Ioniq 5 has 6 airbags and the EV6 8 airbags.

Which is bigger?

The EV6 is 60 mm longer. Boot space is 527 litres in the Ioniq 5 and 520 litres in the EV6.

What is the EMI on each?

About ₹94,455 a month for the Ioniq 5 and ₹1,11,715 for the EV6, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over five years at 9.5%.

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