Tesla Model Y vs Kia EV6: Home Charging Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of home charging for the Tesla Model Y (60kWh, 455km range) and Kia EV6 (77.4kWh, 528km range). Which charges faster, which costs less, and which charger brand works best for each.
| Spec | Tesla Model Y | Kia EV6 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 60kWh | 77.4kWh | Kia EV6 |
| Range (WLTP) | 455km | 528km | Kia EV6 |
| Max AC charge | 11kW (3-phase) | 11kW (3-phase) | Tie |
| 7kW charge speed | 39km/hr | 39km/hr | Tie |
| 20-100% at 7kW | 6.9 hrs | 8.9 hrs | Tesla Model Y |
| Efficiency | 15.2kWh/100km | 16.7kWh/100km | Tesla Model Y |
| Price from (indicative) | $60,000 | $70,000 | Tesla Model Y |
Prices are indicative NZ pricing, June 2026. Verify with the dealer.
Charging Cost Comparison by Region
| Region | Tesla Model Y (full charge) | Kia EV6 (full charge) | Tesla Model Y /100km | Kia EV6 /100km |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AKL | $17 | $22 | $5.3 | $5.8 |
| NTL | $17 | $22 | $5.5 | $6.0 |
| WKO | $17 | $22 | $5.3 | $5.8 |
| BOP | $17 | $22 | $5.3 | $5.8 |
| GIS | $18 | $23 | $5.6 | $6.2 |
| HKB | $17 | $22 | $5.5 | $6.0 |
| TKI | $17 | $22 | $5.5 | $6.0 |
| MWT | $17 | $22 | $5.5 | $6.0 |
| WGN | $17 | $22 | $5.3 | $5.8 |
| NSN | $17 | $22 | $5.5 | $6.0 |
| MBH | $17 | $22 | $5.5 | $6.0 |
| WTC | $18 | $24 | $5.8 | $6.3 |
| CAN | $16 | $21 | $5.2 | $5.7 |
| OTA | $17 | $22 | $5.3 | $5.8 |
| STL | $16 | $20 | $5.0 | $5.5 |
Electricity only, at regional average residential rates (33-38c/kWh band). Both vehicles also pay identical Road User Charges of $7.60 per 100km, so RUC does not change the head-to-head result. Overnight EV power plans can lower the electricity cost.
Best Charger for Each Vehicle
Tesla Model Y
Supports up to 11kW three-phase AC charging.
Kia EV6
Supports up to 11kW three-phase AC charging.
Tesla Model Y vs Kia EV6 FAQ
Which charges faster at home, Tesla Model Y or Kia EV6?
The Tesla Model Y charges faster on a standard 7kW home charger, taking 6.9 hours from 20% to 100% compared to 8.9 hours for the Kia EV6.
Which is cheaper to charge, Tesla Model Y or Kia EV6?
The Tesla Model Y is more efficient at 15.2kWh/100km, making it slightly cheaper to charge per kilometre. For a typical 15,000km year at the NZ average power price of about 35c/kWh, the difference is about $79 per year. Both pay the same Road User Charges ($76 per 1,000km), and both cost far less per kilometre than a petrol car at home-charging rates.
Do the Tesla Model Y and Kia EV6 use the same charger?
Both the Tesla Model Y and Kia EV6 use Type 2 AC charging, so any home EV charger sold in New Zealand works with both vehicles. Both support three-phase AC charging.
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