Chevrolet Bolt EUV vs. Kia EV6

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Bolt EUV and Kia EV6 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Bolt EUV and the Kia EV6.

In comparing the Chevrolet Bolt EUV's and the Kia EV6's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. The Kia EV6 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Bolt EUV's and the Kia EV6's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV is a better car than the Kia EV6.

Pricing: A used 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV ranges from $17,000 to $28,765 while a used 2023 Kia EV6 is priced between $23,046 to $52,585. For a new model, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV's price is between $29,142 and $38,043, with the Kia EV6 priced between $46,995 and $63,931.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV loses 62.8 percent of its value and the Kia EV6 loses 61.5 percent of its value. This means the Kia EV6 retains 1.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Bolt EUV.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Kia EV6 base engine makes 167 horsepower. The Bolt EUV is rated to deliver an average of 125 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 247 miles. The EV6 is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 232 miles.This gives the Kia EV6 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Bolt EUV the advantage in maximum range. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Bolt EUV is 7 hours (240V), while the charge time for the EV6 is 51 hours (120V).

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are electric SUVs, the Kia EV6 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Chevrolet Bolt EUV has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Bolt EUV and the Kia EV6 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.