Audi Q5 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 Q5Premium | 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 Q5Premium | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $52,800 | $37,900 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $11,093 (best) | $25,089 |
| Median listing price | $42,995 (best) | $43,236 |
| Highest listing price | $68,618 | $56,608 (best) |
| For sale now | 103 (best) | 90 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q5Premium | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 29 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 Q5Premium | 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 Q5Premium | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 56.9 cu ft (best) | 46.7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 4,400 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,211 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 | 65.7 in (best) | 60.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q5Premium | 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 | Kia EV6 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $52,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Light $37,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $55,700 MSRP | Light Long Range $41,200 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $60,700 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 |
Live inventory
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Audi Q5 vs Kia EV6 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Kia EV6?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 vs 2026 Kia EV6 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Kia EV6?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia EV6 starts lower at $37,900. Live Audi Q5 listings start at $11,093. Live Kia EV6 listings start at $25,089.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Kia EV6?
- The 2026 Kia EV6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Kia EV6?
- The 2026 Audi Q5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Kia EV6?
- The 2026 Kia EV6 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (319).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Kia EV6?
- The 2026 Kia EV6 leads on horsepower in this comparison (320).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Kia EV6?
- The 2026 Audi Q5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 vs 2026 Kia EV6?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Kia EV6 (5/5 NHTSA overall).