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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Kia EV6 (2021-2024)
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Mustang Mach-E stays competitive across the board, while the Kia EV6 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia EV6 (2021-2024) if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV6 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueKia
Ford
4.8
Kia
6.1
Motorway RangeKia
Ford
2.8
Kia
7.6
Family
Ford
6.8
Kia
7.2
Too close to call
ChargingKia
Ford
3.9
Kia
8.3
Cost Per MileKia
Ford
2
Kia
6.3
City DrivingKia
Ford
2.7
Kia
3.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia EV6
Air 77.4kWh
- £9,945 cheaper
- 36 miles more WLTP range
- 88 litres more boot space
- 89 kW faster rapid charging
- 14 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 1600 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £50,840 | £40,895 (better) |
| Official range | 292 miles | 328 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 402 L | 490 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 32 min | 18 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Kia EV6
Length
Ford Mustang Mach-E4,713mm
Kia EV64,680mm-33mm
Width
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,930mm
Kia EV61,880mm-50mm
Height
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,624mm
Kia EV61,550mm-74mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,713 mm | 4,680 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,930 mm | 1,880 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,097 mm (better) | 2,141 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 470 mm spare | 520 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 997 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 402 L | 490 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1420 L (better) | 1300 L |
| Frunk | 100 L (better) | 52 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,600 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- A 100 L frunk, one of 8 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 100 L or more.
- 2,984 mm wheelbase, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Kia EV6
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD |  Kia EV6 Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.71m | 4.68m-33mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.88m-50mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.14m+44mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.55m-74mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.98m | 2.90m-84mm |
| Ground Clearance | 116mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 402L | 490L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1420L (better) | 1300L |
| Frunk | 100L (better) | 52L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 997mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,166kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,600kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 72.6kWh | 77.4kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 292 mi | 328 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 239kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £50,840 | £40,895 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2021–2024 |
* Kia EV6: Heat pump: optional on GT-Line and GT-Line S, standard on GT, not offered on the entry car at launch.
* Kia EV6: Headline WLTP figure for this drive type; versions on larger wheels are rated lower.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 292 miles | 328 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 210 miles | 273 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 32 min | 18 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 239 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 179 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 72.6 kWh | 77.4 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec | Not available |
| Power | 197 kW (better) | 168 kW |
| Torque | 525 Nm (better) | 350 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Select RWD
Kia EV6
Air 77.4kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £21,905 | £16,040 |
| Average used price | £24,497 | £19,440 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 10 listings | 16 listings (better) |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 18% over ~6 months | Down 18.8% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users69%
Safety Assist82%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Kia EV6 Air 77.4kWh
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist87%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Kia EV6Air 77.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Kia EV6
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- £23,3742024Car360View
- £27,7952024Cars2View
Kia EV6
- £23,2642023Car360View
- £28,4002023EV ExpertsView
- £28,9002023EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Mustang Mach-E worth the extra £9,945 over the Kia EV6?
The Ford Mustang Mach-E costs £9,945 more than the Kia EV6. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Kia EV6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 36 miles more WLTP range, 89 kW faster peak rapid charging and 88 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Kia EV6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Kia EV6?
The Kia EV6 is £9,945 cheaper to buy. The Kia EV6 is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 a year versus £192 for the Ford Mustang Mach-E, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Kia EV6 comes out roughly £10,105 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Kia EV6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 210 miles for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 273 miles for the Kia EV6 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV6 goes roughly 63 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 32 minutes in the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 18 in the Kia EV6, so the Kia EV6 loses less time at each stop. That makes the Kia EV6 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Kia EV6?
The Kia EV6 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 50 mm narrower than the Ford Mustang Mach-E. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 520 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV6 and about 470 mm of total clearance for the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Kia EV6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 89% for the Kia EV6. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The Ford Mustang Mach-E's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia EV6's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. The Ford Mustang Mach-E has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia EV6.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .