How much does it cost to run the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD per year in Australia?

Around $11,746 per year, or $1/km, based on 15,000 km/year in NSW. That covers charging, registration, insurance, servicing and depreciation.

How much does it cost to charge the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD?

Energy averages about $597 a year at 15,000 km with a mix of home, solar and public charging. Charging at home overnight (or on solar) is by far the cheapest option.

What is the 5-year running cost of the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD?

About $58,729 over 5 years at 15,000 km/year in NSW, of which roughly $41,495 is depreciation and $2,984 is charging.

Is the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD cheaper to run than the BMW X3 xDrive20i?

Yes — the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD costs about $20,310 less over 5 years than the BMW X3 xDrive20i, mostly from cheaper "fuel" and lower servicing. Use the calculator above to check your state and driving distance.

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Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD

From $82,990 driveaway · about $11,746/year to run

Battery: 77.4 kWh
Range (real): ~375 km
Efficiency: 18.0 kWh/100km
Cost per km: $1

Vs the BMW X3 xDrive20i, the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD saves about $20,310 over 5 years ($4,062/year) — cheaper "fuel" and servicing outweigh its higher sticker price.

Annual running cost

$11,746/year

At 15,000 km/year in NSW. 5-year total: $58,729.

Energy (charging)Home + public charging$597

RegistrationState-based, EV rates$500

InsuranceSegment average$2,000

ServicingNo oil changes, fewer parts$350

DepreciationResale value loss$8,299

EVs skip oil changes and have far fewer moving parts, so servicing is typically about $350/year. For typical repair and servicing prices on Australian cars, see AutoRepairCost.

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EV Running Cost Calculator

Compare the true 5-year ownership cost of an electric car vs its petrol equivalent in Australia.

⚡ Electric vehicle

⛽ Petrol equivalent

Annual distance15,000 km

Ownership period

State / Territory

EV charging mix

Home (grid)70%

Public charger20%

Home solar10%

Total: 100%

Over 5 years, the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD costs $11,320 less than the BMW X3 xDrive20i. That's $189/month in savings.

Electric

Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD

CHEAPER

Energy / Fuel: $2,984
Registration: $2,500
Insurance: $10,000
Servicing: $1,750
Depreciation: $41,495

5-Year Total

$58,729

$1/km · $11,746/yr

💰 YOU SAVE $11,320

Petrol

BMW X3 xDrive20i

Energy / Fuel: $14,344
Registration: $2,500
Insurance: $10,000
Servicing: $2,750
Depreciation: $40,455

5-Year Total

$70,049

$1/km · $14,010/yr

5-Year Cost Breakdown

Energy / Fuel

$2,984

PET

$14,344

Registration

$2,500

PET

$2,500

Insurance

$10,000

PET

$10,000

Servicing

$1,750

PET

$2,750

Depreciation

$41,495

PET

$40,455

Compare Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD vs BMW X3 xDrive20i in detail See all Kia running costs

Vs comparable petrol cars

5-year running cost against 3 petrol alternatives, same assumptions.

Vehicle	5-yr cost	Per km	Vs EV6 GT-Line AWD
⚡ Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD	$58,729	$1	—
⛽ BMW X3 xDrive20i	$79,039	$1	+$20,310
⛽ Hyundai Kona 2.0 MPI	$40,166	$1	−$18,563
⛽ Toyota RAV4 GX 2.0	$42,639	$1	−$16,090

Green = the EV6 GT-Line AWD is cheaper. Tap any petrol car for the full head-to-head.

FAQ

How much does it cost to run the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD per year in Australia?: Around $11,746 per year, or $1/km, based on 15,000 km/year in NSW. That covers charging, registration, insurance, servicing and depreciation.
How much does it cost to charge the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD?: Energy averages about $597 a year at 15,000 km with a mix of home, solar and public charging. Charging at home overnight (or on solar) is by far the cheapest option.
What is the 5-year running cost of the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD?: About $58,729 over 5 years at 15,000 km/year in NSW, of which roughly $41,495 is depreciation and $2,984 is charging.
Is the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD cheaper to run than the BMW X3 xDrive20i?: Yes — the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD costs about $20,310 less over 5 years than the BMW X3 xDrive20i, mostly from cheaper "fuel" and lower servicing. Use the calculator above to check your state and driving distance.