Mustang Premium or Kia EV6 GT-Line… Which one would you pick for the same price?

Hey everyone, thanks so much for all your feedback so far, it’s been super helpful. So here’s my dilemma… I can get a certified pre-owned one-year-old Mustang Premium for $33K, or a Kia EV6 GT-Line for the same price, $33K.

I’ve driven both and while I prefer the Mustang’s style, the EV6 has a bunch of cool features (like the heads-up display). I’m looking for input from people who have owned either of these cars for a while. What are some features or issues that have come up after some time? Any advice would be appreciated!

You might want to try renting both cars for a few weeks each if that’s possible, especially if you plan to take them on road trips. It could give you a better idea of which suits your lifestyle more and help avoid buyer’s remorse.

@Clancy
Unfortunately, I can’t rent either of them where I live.

Lyle said:
@Clancy
Unfortunately, I can’t rent either of them where I live.

Have you checked if Turo is available in your area?

Val said:

Lyle said:
@Clancy
Unfortunately, I can’t rent either of them where I live.

Have you checked if Turo is available in your area?

Yeah, no luck. There are no EV6s or Mach-Es listed.

Lyle said:
@Clancy
Unfortunately, I can’t rent either of them where I live.

That’s frustrating!

I leased an EV6 base model without even seeing it first. I just needed a reliable car, but wow, it’s been fantastic! Super spacious, fun to drive, and I love the physical buttons that make everything so easy to use. Plus, the range is amazing and it’s been very dependable. Definitely would recommend the EV6!

@Harlan
Why lease though? I tend to buy my cars and keep them for about 10 years.

Lyle said:
@Harlan
Why lease though? I tend to buy my cars and keep them for about 10 years.

Sometimes leasing an EV can be cheaper, especially when dealers pass on tax incentives. Even if you normally buy, leasing can save money depending on the situation.

@Tristan
So you’re saying a lease on a 2024 model is cheaper than buying a certified pre-owned 2023? The price difference between those is around $12K!

Lyle said:
@Tristan
So you’re saying a lease on a 2024 model is cheaper than buying a certified pre-owned 2023? The price difference between those is around $12K!

I can’t say for sure without seeing both deals, but it might be worth looking into!

@Tristan
We leased it for $150 a month and needed an extra car for a super busy summer. We work from home, so having a second car wasn’t essential, but the deal was too good to pass up. We might buy it or get the new model when the lease ends.

@Harlan
That definitely makes sense.

Lyle said:
@Harlan
Why lease though? I tend to buy my cars and keep them for about 10 years.

Kia and Hyundai don’t qualify for the consumer $7500 rebate, but they can still apply that rebate on business purchases. That’s why you see these great lease deals, especially on short-term leases. Some folks have gotten monthly payments in the low $200s, though higher trims may push that up to $300 or more.

One big difference is charging time. The extended range Mach-E takes about 45 minutes to charge from 10% to 80%, while the EV6 can do it in just 18 minutes.

Corey said:
One big difference is charging time. The extended range Mach-E takes about 45 minutes to charge from 10% to 80%, while the EV6 can do it in just 18 minutes.

That’s true, but I don’t plan on taking many long trips. I’ll mostly be using Level 2 charging for daily use.

@Lyle
That’s fair, but it does show how much more advanced the EV6’s powertrain and battery cooling are.

Pace said:
@Lyle
That’s fair, but it does show how much more advanced the EV6’s powertrain and battery cooling are.

How exactly does the powertrain affect charging times?

Lennon said:

Pace said:
@Lyle
That’s fair, but it does show how much more advanced the EV6’s powertrain and battery cooling are.

How exactly does the powertrain affect charging times?

In an EV, the battery and its management system are key parts of the powertrain. Kia’s e-GMP platform, which the EV6 uses, is much more advanced than Ford’s Mach-E setup, especially in terms of fast charging and battery efficiency.

@Pace
That’s interesting! I didn’t realize the powertrain had such a big effect on charging speed.