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Kia EV6 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Two electric SUVs at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Mercedes-Benz GLA is £235 cheaper than the Kia EV6 (£45,400 against £45,635).
- The Mercedes-Benz GLA goes further: about 310 miles against 280 in typical real-world driving.
- The Kia EV6 charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 17 minutes against 18.
- The Mercedes-Benz GLA is more efficient (3.6 against 3.5 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Kia EV6 has the bigger boot: 542 litres against 517.
Side by side
| Kia EV6 RWD 80 kWh | Mercedes-Benz GLA 250+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £45,635 | £45,400 |
| Real-world range | 280 mi | 310 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 362 mi | 408 mi |
| Cold motorway range | 200 mi | 220 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.5 mi/kWh | 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 80 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 263 kW | up to 353 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 17 min | 18 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 542 L | 517 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,800 kg | 1,500 kg |
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,565 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 7.3 s | 7.3 s |
| Heat pump | Optional | Standard |
| V2L | Yes | No |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | 7 years | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Kia EV6 RWD 80 kWh and Mercedes-Benz GLA 250+. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the Kia EV6 or the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is £235 cheaper than the Kia EV6 (£45,400 against £45,635).
Which has the longer range, the Kia EV6 or the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA goes further: about 310 miles against 280 in typical real-world driving.
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