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BMW iX3 vs Kia EV6
Selected trim40Change trim395 mi · 82.6 kWh · £53,250
Selected trimAir361 mi · 84 kWh · £45,635
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX3 leads on family practicality, while the Kia EV6 leads on value for money.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX3 if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Kia EV6 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX3 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueKia
BMW
6.2
Kia
6.7
Motorway Range
BMW
7.8
Kia
8.2
Too close to call
FamilyBMW
BMW
8
Kia
7.2
Charging
BMW
8.3
Kia
8.4
Too close to call
Cost Per Mile
BMW
6.4
Kia
6.6
Too close to call
City Driving
BMW
3.3
Kia
3.4
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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BMW iX3
Kia EV6
Length
BMW iX34,782mm
Kia EV64,695mm-87mm
Width
BMW iX31,895mm
Kia EV61,890mm-5mm
Height
BMW iX31,635mm
Kia EV61,550mm-85mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX340 | Kia EV6Air |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,895 mm | 1,890 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,093 mm (better) | 2,141 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 505 mm spare | 510 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BMW iX3
- 395 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 300 kW, faster than 90% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Uses 146 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of SUVs we track.
Kia EV6
- 361 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 258 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX3 40 |  Kia EV6 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.78m | 4.70m-87mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.89m-5mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.09m | 2.14m+48mm |
| Height | 1.64m | 1.55m-85mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.90m+4mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L (better) | 490L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1750L (better) | 1300L |
| Frunk | 58L (better) | 52L |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,200kg | 2,055kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,800kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 82.6kWh | 84kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 395 mi (better) | 361 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 300kW (better) | 258kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £53,250 | £45,635 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | BMW iX340 | Kia EV6Air |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 395 miles (better) | 361 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 293 miles | 301 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 21 min | 18 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 300 kW (better) | 258 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 146 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 82.6 kWh | 84 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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BMW iX3
40
Kia EV6
Air
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX3 40
Tested 2026
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Kia EV6 Air
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist87%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Buying options
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BMW iX3
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX3 worth the extra £7,615 over the Kia EV6?
The BMW iX3 costs £7,615 more than the Kia EV6. For that premium it adds 34 miles more WLTP range, 42 kW faster peak rapid charging and 67 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW iX3 or the Kia EV6?
The Kia EV6 is £7,615 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Kia EV6 comes out roughly £7,615 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW iX3 and Kia EV6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 293 miles for the BMW iX3 and 301 miles for the Kia EV6 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 18-21 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX3 or the Kia EV6?
The two are within 5 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV6 and about 505 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX3. The Kia EV6 also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .