2025 Kia EV6 vs. 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 Comparison

Buyers considering an electric vehicle that’s practical and personable should look to the 2025 Kia EV6 and 2025 Volkswagen ID.4. Both offer a slightly elevated ride height typical of an SUV, along with fresh, modern cabins filled with the latest technology.

Of the two, the Kia EV6 is the extrovert. Its swept-back shape makes it look like a cross between a wagon, SUV, and sports car. Now in its fourth model year, the EV6 continues to impress us with its power, efficiency, and sharp handling. The Volkswagen ID.4 may not possess the same visual pull as the EV6, but it’s still an attractive 5-seat SUV in a more reserved way. This more conservative approach has other benefits, such as a roomy cargo area and an excellent outward view.   

Let’s see how the 2025 Kia EV6 and the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 compare.

2025 Kia EV6

On the styling front, the Kia EV6 is compelling, forward-thinking, and almost makes you forget it’s a crossover you’re looking at. That look carries over to the interior as well. The EV6 is an early adopter of Kia’s “Opposites United” design philosophy, mixing aggressive styling with sustainable materials and processes. The results are an attractive and useful crossover that, even at its slowest, will push you back in your seat — a potent combination.

The EV6 enjoys improved battery technology for 2025, meaning the entry-level version offers a not-unreasonable 237 miles of range. The number of miles you can drive ramps up from there, topping out at 319 miles. If you want to win the Traffic Light Grand Prix, the GT model with its 3.5-second zero-to-60 mph time may be for you.

Kia EV6 Highlights

Technological marvel: The EV6 is often lauded for its looks, but this is really a case of “it’s what’s on the inside that counts.” It can be used to power items while out and about and even act as a generator for your home in the event of a power outage. It can also charge from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes.

Plenty of protection: Kia protects you in two ways, starting with a 5-year, 60,000-mile basic warranty and a 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain plan. Additionally, it gets 5 stars on frontal and side crash ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Super fast: The fastest EV6, the GT model, races from zero to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds — the rarified sub-4-second air was where only McLarens and Lamborghinis existed just a few years ago. Not anymore.

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2025 Volkswagen ID.4

The Volkswagen ID.4 enters its fifth model year with notable performance updates that apply to the larger of the two available battery packs. A rear-wheel-drive ID.4 with this updated 82-kWh battery sees horsepower jump from 201 to 282. Meanwhile, the all-wheel-drive ID.4 with this same battery now has 335 hp versus 330 previously.

The maximum range comes in at 291 miles, which is the same as last year, but an improvement over the 2023 ID.4 bat 263 miles. A 12.9-inch touchscreen is fitted to upper trims this model year, too.

Volkswagen ID.4 Highlights

Standard safety features: The ID.4 has several active safety features bundled into what Volkswagen calls the IQ.Drive safety suite. This consists of automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic warning, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and more. 

Improved horsepower: Volkswagen keeps improving the ID.4, giving the all-wheel drive (AWD) model a small boost to 335 hp.

Cargo volume: True, the ID.4 lacks the visual punch of the Kia EV6. But you can get more cargo inside courtesy of its rounder shape. Behind the split-folding rear seats, there are 30.3 cubic feet of cargo volume. That’s a generous amount of space and more than the Kia EV6 provides.

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Similarities

The EV6 and ID.4 enjoy similar maximum ranges and also score top marks in crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Those are major bragging points for any vehicle, gas- or electric-powered.

Pricing

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for New 2025 Kia EV6 vehicles and New 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.

Specifications

Conclusion

Electric car shoppers who want to stand out from the crowd will likely prefer the Kia EV6. It features a head-turning shape that gives this Kia a seriously sporty flair. Having a high-performance model like the GT only adds to this Kia’s racy allure, although the range takes a hit.

The Volkswagen ID.4 is more sensible and straightforward in its approach. It looks more like a regular run-of-the-mill SUV with room for five on board, which makes it attractive. For many people, having extra cargo space is far more important than flashy looks and blisteringly quick acceleration. It also has a significantly tighter turning radius than the Kia.

Still, all things considered, the Kia EV6 gets the nod in this comparison. You get more for your money with the Kia, which is loaded with personality and is offered in a greater variety of trims than the ID.4.