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Kia EV6 vs. Tesla Model X

In comparing the Kia EV6 to the Tesla Model X, the Kia EV6 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Tesla Model X has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia EV6 versus the Tesla Model X, the Tesla Model X is a better car than the Kia EV6.

Kia EV6 versus Tesla Model X Pricing

A used 2023 Kia EV6 ranges from $48,868 to $64,258 while a used 2023 Tesla Model X is priced between $99,957 to $131,999.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Kia EV6’s base engine makes 225 horsepower, and the Tesla Model X base engine makes 670 horsepower. The EV6 is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 310 miles. The Model X is rated to deliver an average of 107 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 348 miles. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the EV6 is 68 hours (120V), while the charge time for the Model X is 14 hours (240V).

Passenger Space Comparison

The Tesla Model X has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Kia EV6 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Tesla Model X has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity, ground clearance, and payload capacity than the Kia EV6.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Tesla Model X has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Kia EV6

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2023 Tesla Model X

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$50,459 - $65,014

Used Asking Price:

$48,868 - $64,258

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$99,957 - $131,999

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

47%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.1 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

9.2 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

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iSeeCars Rankings

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1 / 14
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1 / 9

Most Reliable Luxury Electric SUVs

1 / 9

Electric SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 14

Luxury Electric SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 9

Summary Review

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Summary Review

Tesla’s Model X is a minivan/crossover-type vehicle with up to three rows of seating for up to seven passengers. It features a unique set of “Falcon” second-row doors that open up, rather than swinging out.

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Pros and Cons

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Pros and Cons

  • Roomiest Tesla available
  • Outstanding performance in upper trims
  • Class-leading range

  • No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay
  • No spare tire on any trim
  • Few luxury features

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Electric

Available Drivetrain Options

Electric

Trim Levels

GT, GT-Line, Wind

Trim Levels

Base, Plaid

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

8 years / 150000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years / 50000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

225 hp

Torque:

258 foot-lbs

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.053 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

670 hp

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.129 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

4960 lbs

Engine Specifications

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

MPGe:

127 / 101 / 117

Range (city/hwy):

310 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity

Battery Size/Capacity :

77.4 kWh

Maximum Charging Rate:

68 hours (120V)

Engine Specifications

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

MPGe:

107 / 97 / 102

Range (city/hwy):

348 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity

Battery Size/Capacity:

100 kWh

Maximum Charging Rate:

14 hours (240V)

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

38 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

24.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

50.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

127.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

60.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

41 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.9 inches

Cargo Space:

43.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

91.6 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

131.1 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4255 lbs

Width:

74 inches

Height:

60.8 inches

Length:

184.3 inches

Wheelbase:

114.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.1 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

5185 lbs

Width:

89.4 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

199.1 inches

Wheelbase:

116.7 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.6 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/55R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

20.0 x 9.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum

Tire Size:

265/45R20