Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol: 5-year cost to own (Ireland)
Over 5 years in Ireland (15,000 km/yr), as of July 1, 2026, the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol stays the cheaper car to own — about €42,309 vs €46,399 for the Kia EV6, a €4,090 difference over 5 years.
Ireland SEAI grant: up to €3,500 off a new BEV, plus VRT relief (price-capped). Shown for reference; not in the totals above. Source: SEAI.
Cheaper to own over 5 years · IrelandHyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol · €42,309 total · €4,090 less than the Kia EV6
Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol — where the money goes
| Cost component | Electric · Kia EV6 | Petrol · Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol |
|---|---|---|
| Depreciation (estimated) | €28,520 (61%) | €20,900 (49%) |
| Charging / fuel | €4,044 (9%) | €7,274 (17%) |
| ↳ of which charging loss | 12% (~€485) | — |
| Maintenance | €1,748 (4%) | €3,503 (8%) |
| Insurance | €3,400 (7%) | €3,000 (7%) |
| Financing interest | €8,087 (17%) | €6,583 (16%) |
| Registration & fees | €600 (1%) | €1,050 (2%) |
| Total cost of ownership | €46,399 | €42,309 |
When does the Kia EV6 win?
The Kia EV6 pulls ahead of the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol if you drive more than about 27,500 km/yr — or keep it longer than 9 years. Cheaper home charging flips it sooner.
Kia EV6 vs Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol, side by side
Electric
Kia EV6
- 5-yr total cost
- €46,399
- Cost / month
- €773
- Cost / km
- €0.62
- Starting price
- €46,000
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Efficiency
- 14.6 kWh/100km
Petrol
Lower 5-yr cost
Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol
- 5-yr total cost
- €42,309
- Cost / month
- €705
- Cost / km
- €0.56
- Starting price
- €38,000
- Powertrain
- Petrol
- Efficiency
- 5.3 L/100km
- Ireland electricity
- 25.00c/kWh CRU/SEAI
- Petrol (Ireland)
- €1.83/L AA Ireland
FAQ
Is the Kia EV6 or the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol cheaper to own over 5 years in Ireland?
The Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol stays the cheaper car to own — about €42,309 vs €46,399 for the Kia EV6, a €4,090 difference over 5 years.
When does the Kia EV6 become cheaper than the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol?
The Kia EV6 pulls ahead of the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol if you drive more than about 27,500 km/yr — or keep it longer than 9 years. Cheaper home charging flips it sooner.
How much more does the Kia EV6 cost to buy than the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol?
The Kia EV6 starts at €46,000 — €8,000 more than the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol (€38,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is €4,090 in favour of the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol.
Which costs less per km — the Kia EV6 or the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol?
The Hyundai Tucson 1.6 petrol: €0.56 vs €0.62 per km all-in (€705 vs €773 per month).