Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Which EV Fits the Tri-Cities?
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Specs note: I checked every figure on kia.com and hyundaiusa.com on Oct 31, 2026. kia.com lists the 2026 EV6, and hyundaiusa.com lists the 2027 Ioniq 5. Specs vary by trim. Confirm on the window sticker.
Quick answer: These two share a lot under the skin, so this one comes down to details. The 2026 EV6 has the longer top range (319 vs 318 miles RWD), a lower, sportier shape and a 2,700 lb tow rating. The 2027 Ioniq 5 has the lower starting MSRP, more cargo room and a taller, boxier cabin. Both have a NACS port and 10-year/100,000-mile battery coverage.
Sources: kia.com 2026 EV6 page and specs/compare; kia.com warranty page; hyundaiusa.com 2027 Ioniq 5 page and specs. All checked Oct 31, 2026.
Hey, I’m Rick G. at Overturf KIA in Pasco. I sell Kias, so I’ll be straight about where the Ioniq 5 wins too. Every number below comes from kia.com or hyundaiusa.com, with the date I checked. Where a brand doesn’t publish a number, I say so instead of guessing. Compare on paper here, then come drive the EV6.
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Range and charging
| 2026 Kia EV6 | 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA-est. range | 237 mi (Light RWD), 319 mi (Light Long Range, Wind, GT-Line RWD), 295 mi (Light Long Range and Wind AWD), 270 mi (GT-Line AWD) | 245 mi (SE Standard Range RWD), 318 mi (SE, SEL, Limited RWD), 290 mi (SE and SEL AWD), 269 mi (Limited AWD), 259 mi (XRT AWD) |
| Battery | 63.0 kWh (Light), 84.0 kWh (others) | 63 kWh (Standard Range), 84 kWh (others) |
| Charge port | NACS, standard | NACS, standard (CCS adapter included) |
| DC fast, 10 to 80% | about 20 min on a 350 kW charger (Kia testing, about 72°F battery) | about 20 min on a 350 kW charger with the included CCS adapter; about 24 to 30 min on a NACS 150 kW charger |
| DC fast at 50 kW, 10 to 80% | about 61 min (Light), 81 min (others) | Not listed on the pages I checked |
| Level 2 (240V) at home | about 5 hrs 40 min (Light) to 7 hrs 20 min on 11 kW, 10 to 100% | about 5 hrs 40 min (63 kWh) or 7 hrs 20 min on 10.9 kW, 10 to 100% |
| Level 1 (120V) | about 54 hrs (Light) to 72 hrs, 10 to 100% | Not listed on the pages I checked |
| Heat pump | available on all but Light | Not listed on the pages I checked |
| Drive | RWD or AWD | RWD or AWD |
Sources: kia.com 2026 EV6 page and specs/compare; kia.com warranty page; hyundaiusa.com 2027 Ioniq 5 page and specs. Checked Oct 31, 2026. Charge times vary with the charger, the battery’s state and temperature.
Home charging in the Tri-Cities
A regular 120V outlet is fine for topping off, but it won’t refill a battery this size overnight. If you commute from Pasco to Richland or Kennewick every day, plan on a 240V Level 2 charger in the garage. kia.com lists about 5 hrs 40 min (Light) to 7 hrs 20 min on 11 kW, 10 to 100% for the EV6. Ask your electrician about your panel before you buy, and check with your utility about off-peak rates.
Winter range
Neither Kia nor Hyundai publishes a cold-weather range figure, so I won’t make one up. Both note that range and charging vary with conditions like temperature, and Kia’s EV6 fast-charge times assume a warm battery (about 72°F). On a January morning in the Tri-Cities, expect less than the EPA number. Charging at home overnight and preheating the cabin while you’re still plugged in both help. On the EV6, the heat pump is available on all but the Light trim.
Size, cargo
| Kia EV6 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior | 184.8 in long, 114.2 in wheelbase, 74.0 to 74.4 in wide, 60.8 in tall | 183.3 in long, 118.1 in wheelbase, 74.4 in wide, 63 to 64 in tall |
| Cargo | 24.4 cu ft behind the rear seat, 46.7 cu ft folded | 26.3 cu ft behind the rear seat, 58.5 folded, plus a 0.85 cu ft front tray |
| Towing | 2,700 lb (not offered on Light) | Not listed on the pages I checked |
Sources: kia.com 2026 EV6 page and specs/compare; kia.com warranty page; hyundaiusa.com 2027 Ioniq 5 page and specs. Checked Oct 31, 2026.
Trims and starting MSRP
| Model | Trim | Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Kia EV6 | Light | $37,900 |
| 2026 Kia EV6 | Light Long Range | $41,200 |
| 2026 Kia EV6 | Wind | $44,800 |
| 2026 Kia EV6 | GT-Line | $48,700 |
| 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | SE Standard Range | $35,250 |
| 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | SE | $37,750 |
| 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | SEL | $40,200 |
| 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Limited | $45,225 |
| 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | XRT | $46,525 |
Starting MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title, license, options and dealer fees on each brand’s site. I’m not listing payments or discounts. Ask me about current published Kia incentives on the EV6 when you visit.
Sources: kia.com EV6 page; hyundaiusa.com 2027 Ioniq 5 page and specs. Checked Oct 31, 2026.
Warranty
| Kia EV6 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage | 10 yr/100,000 mi EV system and battery capacity coverage; 5 yr/60,000 mi basic | 10 yr/100,000 mi hybrid/electric battery; 5 yr/60,000 mi new vehicle limited |
Sources: kia.com warranty page; hyundaiusa.com 2027 Ioniq 5 page and specs. Checked Oct 31, 2026. Warranties are limited; see each brand for details.
Which one is right for you?
Lean Ioniq 5 if the lowest starting MSRP, the most cargo space, or a taller, more upright cabin matter most.
Lean EV6 if you want a little more range on the long-range RWD trims, a lower, sportier drive, or a published 2,700 lb tow rating.
Either way, compare on paper here, then come drive the EV6 at Overturf KIA in Pasco.
FAQs
Which has more range, the EV6 or the Ioniq 5?
Per kia.com, the 2026 EV6 is rated 237 mi (Light RWD), 319 mi (Light Long Range, Wind, GT-Line RWD), 295 mi (Light Long Range and Wind AWD), 270 mi (GT-Line AWD). Per hyundaiusa.com, the 2027 Ioniq 5 is rated 245 mi (SE Standard Range RWD), 318 mi (SE, SEL, Limited RWD), 290 mi (SE and SEL AWD), 269 mi (Limited AWD), 259 mi (XRT AWD). Pick the trim you’d actually buy and compare those two numbers.
Which charges faster?
On a DC fast charger, kia.com lists about 20 min on a 350 kW charger (Kia testing, about 72°F battery) for the EV6. For the Ioniq 5, hyundaiusa.com lists: about 20 min on a 350 kW charger with the included CCS adapter; about 24 to 30 min on a NACS 150 kW charger. At home on Level 2, the EV6 takes about 5 hrs 40 min (Light) to 7 hrs 20 min on 11 kW, 10 to 100%; the Ioniq 5: about 5 hrs 40 min (63 kWh) or 7 hrs 20 min on 10.9 kW, 10 to 100%.
Can I use Tesla Superchargers?
The EV6 has a NACS port as standard per kia.com. The Ioniq 5’s port: NACS, standard (CCS adapter included). Always check the station and your brand’s app before you count on one.
How does winter affect range?
Neither brand publishes a winter range number. Both say cold weather cuts range and slows charging. Charge at home overnight and preheat while plugged in.
How much can it tow?
kia.com lists 2,700 lb (not offered on Light) for the EV6. For the Ioniq 5: not listed on the pages I checked. Towing cuts electric range a lot, so plan charging stops.
What’s the battery warranty?
Kia lists 10 years/100,000 miles for the EV system and battery capacity coverage. For the Ioniq 5: 10 yr/100,000 mi hybrid/electric battery; 5 yr/60,000 mi new vehicle limited.
Checked Oct 31, 2026 (PT): kia.com 2026 EV6 specs; kia.com 2026 EV6; Kia warranty; hyundaiusa.com 2027 Ioniq 5; hyundaiusa.com 2027 Ioniq 5 specs. Specs and MSRP can change. Confirm on the window sticker.