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Tesla Model 3 vs Kia EV6
Which electric vehicle is actually better for commuters? The recommendation below uses the same shared dataset and weighted scorecard as the rest of Voltiq.
Verdict
Tesla Model 3 edges out for commuters
Weighted on range, price, efficiency, and fast charging for this scenario. Keep scrolling for the detailed breakdown.
Range
Tesla Model 3: 272 mi, Kia EV6: 310 mi
Price
Tesla Model 3: $38,990, Kia EV6: $42,600
Efficiency
Tesla Model 3: 4.1 mi/kWh, Kia EV6: 3.4 mi/kWh
Charge speed
Tesla Model 3: 250 kW, Kia EV6: 350 kW
Next steps
Compare Tesla Model 3 to your current car
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Decision framework
Weights efficiency, price, and enough range to comfortably handle daily use without overspending for battery you may never need.
Range
20%
Price
30%
Efficiency
35%
Charge
15%
Tesla Model 3
- Price$38,990
- Range272 mi
- Efficiency4.1 mi/kWh
- Fast Charge250 kW
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Pros
- • Lowest starting price
- • Highest efficiency
- • Tax credit eligible
Cons
- • Shortest range in group
- • Main charging tradeoff
Kia EV6
- Price$42,600
- Range310 mi
- Efficiency3.4 mi/kWh
- Fast Charge350 kW
Calculate Kia EV6 Savings
Pros
- • Best range in this set
- • Fastest DC charging
Cons
- • Highest buy-in cost
Verdict for commuters
For commuters, Tesla Model 3 comes out ahead on the weighted scorecard. It is the better fit when you value this use case most, while Tesla Model 3 remains the smarter pick if lower buy-in matters more than category fit.
Range
Range
Tesla Model 3: 272 mi, Kia EV6: 310 mi
Price
Price
Tesla Model 3: $38,990, Kia EV6: $42,600
Efficiency
Efficiency
Tesla Model 3: 4.1 mi/kWh, Kia EV6: 3.4 mi/kWh
Charge speed
Charge speed
Tesla Model 3: 250 kW, Kia EV6: 350 kW
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