2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs 2022 Kia EV6
Overview | |
MSRP$40,900 | MSRP$77,850 |
Average price$42,723 | Average price$98,237 |
Listings24 | Listings22 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
2022 Kia EV6 Reviews SummaryWe didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is an electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. | |
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS Reviews SummaryThe SUV that’s now known as the GLS was launched for the 2007 model year as the GL-Class, when Mercedes decided it needed a bigger, more luxurious SUV to sit above the M-Class in its lineup. The GL-Class and M-Class were rebadged the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class and GLE-Class, respectively, in 2014 when Mercedes introduced a new naming scheme across its lineup. The current version of the GLS was introduced for the 2020 model year, and represents the model’s third generation. It’s aimed at other full-size luxury SUVs, including the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, Infiniti QX80, Land Rover Range Rover, Lincoln Navigator, and Lexus LX. Four models are available in Canada: the base six-cylinder GLS 450 4Matic, the GLS 580 4Matic, the AMG GLS 63 4Matic+, and the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic. Availability is currently limited, and specifications for the 2022 model year are not available. However, they are expected to be very close to those listed for 2021, which were used as reference for the information provided here. We tested a U.S.-specification 2022 GLS 450 for this review. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine167 hp Electric | Engine3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity58 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City127 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway100 | MPG Highway24 |
Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
Engine | |
Engine Name167 hp Electric | Engine Name3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Torque | Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity58 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City127 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway100 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space24.4 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4017 lbs | Curb Weight5467 lbs |
Height60.8 in | Height72.4 in |
Length184.3 in | Length205.0 in |
Width74.0 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase123.4 in |
Maximum Payload987 lbs | Maximum Payload1808 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,900 | $77,850 |
Average price | $42,723 | $98,237 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | We didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is an electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. | The SUV that’s now known as the GLS was launched for the 2007 model year as the GL-Class, when Mercedes decided it needed a bigger, more luxurious SUV to sit above the M-Class in its lineup. The GL-Class and M-Class were rebadged the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class and GLE-Class, respectively, in 2014 when Mercedes introduced a new naming scheme across its lineup. The current version of the GLS was introduced for the 2020 model year, and represents the model’s third generation. It’s aimed at other full-size luxury SUVs, including the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, Infiniti QX80, Land Rover Range Rover, Lincoln Navigator, and Lexus LX. Four models are available in Canada: the base six-cylinder GLS 450 4Matic, the GLS 580 4Matic, the AMG GLS 63 4Matic+, and the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic. Availability is currently limited, and specifications for the 2022 model year are not available. However, they are expected to be very close to those listed for 2021, which were used as reference for the information provided here. We tested a U.S.-specification 2022 GLS 450 for this review. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 167 hp Electric | 3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | |
MPG City | 127 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 100 | 24 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 167 hp Electric | 3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | |
MPG City | 127 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 100 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 24.4 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4017 lbs | 5467 lbs |
Height | 60.8 in | 72.4 in |
Length | 184.3 in | 205.0 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 123.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 987 lbs | 1808 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | |
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