2023 Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Comparison: Spec Sheet Battle

Updated Mar 29, 2023

Platform sibling EVs go head-to-head.

In this article...

  1. Introduction
  2. Exterior
  3. Interior
  4. Engine & Performance
  5. Safety
  6. Price
  7. Conclusion

Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Korean EV crossover duel

It has been said that the Philippine market is always lagging behind global markets. This has been made more apparent recently since the car industry is ramping up towards developing and selling electric vehicles.  
 

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Now in 2023 however, it looks like the local car scene has caught up a bit. Heck, we even have two electric vehicle (EV) crossovers from two different Korean car brands available locally. We’re talking about the Kia EV6 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5. 

If you’ve kept up with the car news, you’ll know that both of these are actually platform siblings. Specifically, they both use the Electric Global Modular Platform. Kia after all is a subsidiary of the Hyundai Motor Company. But which of these two is better on paper? 

To find out, we’ll be comparing the Kia EV6 GT-Line Long Range against the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range. This is because their prices are somewhat close to each other.  

Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Exterior

Let’s start this comparison with the EV6 and the Ioniq 5’s dimensions. This is crucial to note, since size may provide clues on how spacious their interiors are. From those figures, one can also determine if it can even fit in one’s garage or not.  

The Kia EV6

The Kia EV6

The EV6 GT-Line Long Range comes with a length of 4,695mm, a width of 1,890mm, and a height of 1,550mm. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,900mm. 

The Hyundai Ioniq 5

The Hyundai Ioniq 5

The Ioniq 5 Long Range, in turn, has a length of 4,635mm, a width of 1,890mm, and a height of 1,605mm. Its wheelbase then spans 3,000mm. 

Kia EV6 GT-Line Long Range 

Exterior 

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range 

4,695mm 

Length 

4,635mm 

1,890mm 

Width 

1,890mm 

1,550mm 

Height 

1,605mm 

2,900mm 

Wheelbase length 

3,000mm 

Based on those figures, the EV6 is longer and taller compared to the Ioniq 5. The Hyundai model then gets a longer wheelbase length. 

The EV6 from the side

The EV6 from the side

With regards to exterior features, both EVs come with LED automatic headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, LED taillights, rain-sensing wipers, and power-folding side mirrors. Passenger enjoyment is then enhanced on both the EV6 and Ioniq 5 thanks to their sunroofs.  

Kia EV6 GT-Line Long Range 

Exterior equipment 

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range 

LED w/ auto on/off 

Headlights 

LED w/ auto on/off 

With 

Daytime running lamps 

With 

LED 

Taillights 

LED 

20-inch  

Wheel size 

20-inch 

Alloy 

Wheel type 

Alloy 

With 

Rain-sensing wipers 

With 

With 

Rear spoiler 

With 

Completing the sleek styling of the Kia EV6 and Ioniq 5 is a set of 20-inch alloy wheels. The appearance of both vehicles is further elevated thanks to the presence of a rear spoiler and flush door handles.  

Ioniq 5 from the side

Ioniq 5 from the side

Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Interior

Both the EV6 GT-Line Long Range and the Ioniq 5 Long Range offer plenty of space for up to five occupants. Found on these two are minimalist-style cockpits and a lot of soft-touch surfaces. All of their seats are likewise clad in leather. Cabin cooling for both cars is then provided by a dual-zone automatic climate control system.   

A peek inside the EV6's cockpit

A peek inside the EV6's cockpit

For the front cabin, these two models come with ventilated power-adjustable front seats. Both also come with a push-to-start button, an electrochromic rear-view mirror, ambient lighting, and a soft leather-wrapped elbow rest. Both also have flat-bottom, two-spoke steering wheels with tilt and telescopic adjustment.   

Kia EV6 GT-Line Long Range 

Interior Equipment 

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range 

Leather 

Seat material 

Leather 

Electronic 

Driver’s seat adjustment 

Electronic 

With 

Seat ventilation 

With 

Tilt & telescopic 

Steering wheel adjustment 

Tilt & telescopic 

Dual zone automatic 

Air-conditioning type 

Dual zone automatic 

Push button 

Ignition 

Push button 

Seating Capacity 

With 

Sunroof 

With 

With 

Power tailgate 

With 

The rear cabin for the EV6 and Ioniq 5 is then provided with 60:40 split folding seats. This makes loading their trunks with more cargo easier. Using the trunk on both EV models is likewise a breeze as both are equipped with power tailgates.

For onboard entertainment, both the EV6 and the Ioniq 5 are kitted out with a 12.3-inch touchscreen headunit. On both cars, these screens come standard with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth.  

Inside the Ioniq 5

Inside the Ioniq 5

On the Kia model, however, its central headunit is linked to a 14-piece Meridian Surround Sound system. The Hyundai model’s headunit in turn, uses an eight-piece Bost sound system. It can then be argued that the EV6 might offer a better sound due to having more speakers.   

Kia EV6 GT-Line Long Range 

On-board tech 

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range 

12.3-inch touchscreen 

Infotainment system 

12.3-inch touchscreen 

Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB 

Connectivity options 

Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB 

14-piece Meridian sound system 

# of speakers 

6-piece Bose sound system 

12.3-inch digital instrument display 

Gauge cluster 

12.3-inch digital instrument display 

With 

Wireless phone charging 

With 

With 

Autochromic rear-view mirror 

With 

With 

Ambient lighting 

With 

With

Keyless entry 

With

Charging one’s smartphones aboard the Kia EV6 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is made easier thanks to their wireless smartphone charging pads. Both cars have several USB chargers as well.  

For the benefit of their drivers, both cars then get a 12.3-inch digital instrument display. On the EV6 and the Ioniq 5, their instrument screens are seamlessly linked together with their central touchscreens to form a large panoramic display.  

Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Engine & Performance

For propulsion, both the EV6 and the Ioniq 5 use a Permanent Magnet Synchronous motor. The two platform siblings are both rear-wheel-drive.  

On the EV6 GT-Line Long Range, the said motor can produce up to 226 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. It is then powered by a 77.4 kWh lithium-ion battery. This provides the Kia EV6 with a total estimated range of 528 kilometers from a single charge.  

The EV6 has more range than the Ioniq 5

The EV6 has more range than the Ioniq 5

The motor on the Ioniq 5 in turn, can churn out 214 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. Powering the said motor on the Hyundai model is a 72.6 kWh lithium-ion battery. The said battery then provides the Ioniq 5 with a claimed range of 451 kilometers on a single charge. 

For transmissions, the Kia model uses a 1-speed electronic transmission with Shiftronic. The Hyundai model, meanwhile, gets a single-speed reduction gear transmission.  

As one can see from the figures above, the Kia EV6 offers slightly more in terms of performance. The Kia gets 12 more horsepower to be exact.

A picture of the Hyundai Ioniq 5

The Ioniq 5's 451 km range is more than enough for daily driving and road trips

The difference in EV ranges, however, is much more substantial. For a clearer perspective on this, the Kia gets 77 km more than the Hyundai. That’s roughly equivalent to a one-way trip from Quezon City to Santo Tomas, Batangas.  

Kia EV6 GT-Line Long Range 

Powertrain and performance 

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range 

Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor 

Motor 

Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor 

77.4 kWh lithium-ion  

Battery 

72.6 kWh lithium-ion 

1-speed electronic transmission 

Transmission 

Single-speed reduction gear transmission 

226 

Horsepower 

214 

350Nm 

Torque 

350Nm 

528 km 

Range 

451 km 

Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Safety

In terms of safety, these two EV models from Kia and Hyundai both come with what you’d expect from a modern vehicle. Both come standard with anti-lock braking, stability control, hill-start assist, tire pressure monitoring, and ISOFIX child seat anchors. Both likewise come with dual front airbags, side airbags, and curtain airbags.  

To support those standard safety bits, both vehicles also get a wide range of driver-assistive safety features. These include adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear-cross traffic avoidance, driver attention warning, a 360-degree view camera, lane keep assist, and a parking distance warning.  

Kia EV6 GT-Line Long Range 

Safety features 

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range 

Airbags 

With 

Anti-lock braking 

With 

With 

Stability control 

With 

With 

Reverse camera 

With 

With 

360-degree camera 

With 

Front and rear 

Parking sensors 

Front and rear 

Adaptive 

Cruise control 

Adaptive 

With 

Hill-start assist 

With 

With 

ISOFIX 

With 

With 

Blind-spot detection 

With 

With 

Emergency braking 

With 

With 

Lane keep assist 

With 

With 

Driver attention warning 

With 

With 

Lane follow assist 

With 

With 

Parking distance warning 

With 

With 

Engine immobilizer 

With 

With 

Tire pressure monitor 

With 

With 

Automatic emergency braking 

With 

Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Price

Kia EV6 Variants 

Price 

EV6 GT-Line Long Range 

Php 3,788,000 

 

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Variants 

Price 

Ioniq 5 Standard Range  

Php 3,068,000 

Ioniq 5 Long Range 

Php 3,698,000 

Note that these prices for both the Kia EV6 and the Ioniq 5 cover extensive warranties.

For the Kia-made EV, it comes packaged with a five-year or 160,000 km vehicle warranty, an eight-year or 160,000 km battery system warranty, a five-year free preventive maintenance package, and five years of free access to Kia’s 24/7 roadside assistance service. A portable charger is likewise included for every purchase of the Kia EV6. 

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 in turn, gets a five-year or 200,000 km (whichever comes first) warranty, an eight-year or 160,000 km battery warranty, and a five-year or 75,000 km free maintenance package. 
 

Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Conclusion

The biggest difference, and the one thing that reflects the price gap between the EV6 and the Ioniq 5, is their performance and range.  

The EV6 from the rear

The EV6 from the rear

As established above, the Kia EV6 provides a slightly more powerful motor and battery pack than the Hyundai Ioniq 5. That said, the 12-horsepower difference might be negligible for most folks, but the range difference of 77 km in favor of the Kia model, however, is enormous.  

If range anxiety is a thing for you as a buyer, then the more expensive Kia might be more suitable for you. But then again, do remember that the Hyundai EV’s 451 km range is nothing to scoff at. That’s more than enough for daily driving, and even the occasional road trip after all.  

In terms of amenities though, the EV6 and Ioniq 5 are just about on par with each other. Both are also quite similar when it comes to onboard safety features. 

The Ioniq 5 from the rear

The Ioniq 5 from the rear

Just like our other comparisons though, do give each car a test drive. We just cover the differences in specs, and driving these EVs in real-world conditions would make for a more informed decision.  

For more car news and car comparisons, keep it here on Philkotse.  

Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

Author

Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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