Cadillac OPTIQ vs Kia EV6
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia EV6
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac OPTIQLuxury | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Luxury | Light |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | electric |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | electric |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac OPTIQLuxury | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50,900 | $37,900 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac OPTIQLuxury | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | 105 MPGe | 115 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | 317 mi (best) | 237 mi |
| Battery capacity | 85 kWh (best) | 63 kWh |
| 240V charge time | 9.5 hr | 6.2 hr (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac OPTIQLuxury | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 315 hp (best) | 167 hp |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac OPTIQLuxury | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 57 cu ft (best) | 46.7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,192 lbs | 4,145 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6 in | 6.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 116 in (best) | 114.2 in |
| Length | 189.8 in (best) | 184.8 in |
| Width | 75.3 in (best) | 74 in |
| Height | 64.7 in (best) | 60.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac OPTIQLuxury | Kia EV6Light |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 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 | Cadillac OPTIQ | Kia EV6 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luxury $50,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Light $37,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $51,500 MSRP | Light Long Range $41,200 MSRP |
| 3 | Premium Luxury $53,200 MSRP | Light Long Range $45,200 MSRP |
| 4 | Premium Sport $53,700 MSRP | Wind $44,800 MSRP |
| 5 | V $67,500 MSRP | Wind $48,800 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GT-Line $48,700 MSRP |
| 7 | — | GT-Line $53,000 MSRP |