Kia EV6 vs Lexus NX

The Kia EV6 starts from $72,590 before on-road costs, while the Lexus NX opens at $71,700. That makes the Lexus NX the more affordable entry point by $890.

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 $79,849 and $78,870 respectively.

The Kia EV6 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Lexus NX, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Kia EV6 and Lexus NX hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the Kia EV6 and 91% for the Lexus NX.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Lexus NX, against 5 on the Kia EV6.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Kia EV6 and 8 in the Lexus NX.

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 EV6 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Lexus NX gets a 9.8-inch display and 8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Kia EV6 stands out with V2L that you will not find on the Lexus NX. The Lexus NX counters with head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats, power tailgate, Mark Levinson audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Kia EV6 uses a Electric producing 168kW and 350Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.7 seconds.

The Lexus NX responds with a Hybrid making 179kW and 239Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.7 seconds.

The Lexus NX has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 168kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Kia EV6 measures 4,695mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 35mm longer than the Lexus NX at 4,660mm (2,690mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Kia EV6 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 490L in the Kia EV6 and 520L in the Lexus NX, giving the Lexus NX a 30L advantage.

For towing, the Kia EV6 leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 300kg 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 EV6) vs 4 years / 100,000km (Lexus NX). The Kia EV6 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —4yr (Lexus NX).