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Kia EV6 vs Zeekr 7X
Selected trimAir361 mi · 84 kWh · £45,635
Selected trimCore RWDChange trim298 mi · 75 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV6 leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs, while the Zeekr 7X leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia EV6 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 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
Choose the Zeekr 7X if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV6 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueKia
Kia
6.7
Zeekr
0
Motorway RangeKia
Kia
8.2
Zeekr
6.9
Family
Kia
7.2
Zeekr
7.6
Too close to call
ChargingZeekr
Kia
8.4
Zeekr
9
Cost Per MileKia
Kia
6.6
Zeekr
4.6
City DrivingKia
Kia
3.4
Zeekr
2.4
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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Kia EV6
Zeekr 7X
Length
Kia EV64,695mm-92mm
Zeekr 7X4,787mm
Width
Kia EV61,890mm-40mm
Zeekr 7X1,930mm
Height
Kia EV61,550mm-100mm
Zeekr 7X1,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | Kia EV6Air | Zeekr 7XCore RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,890 mm (better) | 1,930 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,141 mm | 2,100 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 510 mm spare (better) | 470 mm spare |
People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Zeekr 7X
- Peak DC charging of 480 kW, faster than 100% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Braked towing capacity of 2,000 kg, a stronger tow rating than 80% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV6 Air |  Zeekr 7X Core RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.70m | 4.79m+92mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.93m+40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | 2.10m-41mm |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.65m+100mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.90m |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 172mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 490L | 539L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1300L | Not available |
| Frunk | 52L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,055kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | 2,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 84kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 361 mi (better) | 298 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 258kW | 480kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £45,635 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Kia EV6Air | Zeekr 7XCore RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 361 miles (better) | 298 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 301 miles (better) | 249 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min | 13 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 258 kW | 480 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 84 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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Kia EV6
Air
Zeekr 7X
Core RWD
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Kia EV6
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - Zeekr 7X Core RWD
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant90%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Kia EV6 and Zeekr 7X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 301 miles for the Kia EV6 and 249 miles for the Zeekr 7X - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV6 goes roughly 52 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 13-18 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV6 or the Zeekr 7X?
The Kia EV6 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Zeekr 7X. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV6 and about 470 mm of total clearance for the Zeekr 7X.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia EV6 or the Zeekr 7X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Kia EV6 and 90% for the Zeekr 7X. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The Zeekr 7X'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.
Go deeper on each car
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See both cars in our rankings
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .