Kia EV4 vs Mazda 6e

The Kia EV4 starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Mazda 6e opens at $49,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $54,989 and $54,989 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Kia EV4 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Mazda 6e gets a 14.6-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Kia EV4 stands out with wireless charging and heated front seats — features our data doesn't list for the Mazda 6e. The Mazda 6e counters with Sony audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Kia EV4 uses a Electric Motor producing 150kW and 283Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.4 seconds.

The Mazda 6e responds with a Electric Motor making 190kW and 290Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels.

The Mazda 6e has the clear power advantage at 190kW vs 150kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 58.3kWh (Kia EV4) vs 78kWh (Mazda 6e), giving WLTP ranges of 630km and 560km. DC fast charging peaks at 140kW (Kia EV4) vs 194kW (Mazda 6e).

The Kia EV4 measures 4,730mm long on a 2,820mm wheelbase, 191mm shorter than the Mazda 6e at 4,921mm (2,895mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda 6e generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 490L in the Kia EV4 and 337L in the Mazda 6e, giving the Kia EV4 a 153L advantage.

For towing, the Mazda 6e leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 500kg. That 1,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Kia EV4) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda 6e). The Kia EV4 has longer coverage.