Comparison
Kia EV6 vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Kia EV6 319 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $42,600 vs $38,950
Faster charging Kia EV6 20 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Kia EV6 7.3 vs 2.7
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Kia EV6
319 mi vs 261 mi
Value winner
Kia EV6
$134/mi vs $149/mi
Charging winner
Kia EV6
20 min vs 26 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 296 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Kia EV6
84.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Kia EV6 | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $42,600 | $38,950 |
| Range | 319 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 296 Wh/mi • 3.38 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | Crossover | SUV |
| DC max | 168 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 20 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 86.9 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 142 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 134 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 115 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Kia EV6 if you want the longer rated range (319 mi vs 261 mi).
- Choose Kia EV6 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 20 min vs 26 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Kia EV6 looks better ($134/mi vs $149/mi).
Weighted verdict
Kia EV6 has the stronger weighted profile (7.3 vs 2.7).
Kia EV67.3 Volvo EX32.7 168 kW20 min 153 kW26 min
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