Audi Q5 Sportback vs Kia EV6
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia EV6
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Light |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | electric |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55,100 | $37,900 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 115 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 237 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 63 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 6.2 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp (best) | 167 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 53.1 cu ft (best) | 46.7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 4,400 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,277 lbs | 4,145 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.9 in | 114.2 in (best) |
| Length | 185.7 in (best) | 184.8 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 74 in |
| Height | 65.5 in (best) | 60.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Q5 Sportback | Kia EV6 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $55,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Light $37,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $57,800 MSRP | Light Long Range $41,200 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $62,800 MSRP | Light Long Range $45,200 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Wind $44,800 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Wind $48,800 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GT-Line $48,700 MSRP |
| 7 | — | GT-Line $53,000 MSRP |