Pioneer TS-G1620F 6.5-inch Coaxial Speakers
- 40 W nominal
- 1-5/8 in deep
- Grilles included
Approximate installed estimate $210 parts $60 + labor $150
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6.5-Inch Car Speakers Compared: Coaxial vs Component from Kicker, Focal, Hertz and Pioneer
Pick a coaxial pair like the Pioneer TS-G1620F, Kicker DS 43DSC6504 for a simple drop-in upgrade on a factory radio. Pick a high-sensitivity pair like the Focal ICU 165 or ISU 165 if you are keeping the factory radio and want more volume from it. Pick a component set like the Kicker KS 51KSS6504 when you can mount the tweeters up high and plan to add an amplifier.
Coaxial or component
A coaxial speaker has the tweeter mounted in the middle of the woofer, so one speaker goes in one hole. It is the easiest swap for a factory door speaker. A component set splits the woofer and the tweeter, with a separate crossover, so the tweeter can sit higher in the dash or the sail panel.
Every speaker here is a 6.5-inch model on our listings. We install in our own bay at 22025 S Avalon Blvd Ste A.
Side by side
This table is built only from our own product listings. Where a listing does not state a spec, the cell says so instead of guessing.
Sensitivity tells you how loud a speaker plays on a given amount of power, so it matters most on a factory radio. Mounting depth matters for fit: a door with a window close behind the speaker needs a shallow one.
6.5-inch coaxial and component car speakers compared, from our product listings. "Not in our listing" means our product page does not state that spec, so ask us before you count on it.
| Model | Type | Power (as listed) | Sensitivity | Mounting depth | Tweeter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer TS-G1620F | Coaxial | 40 W nominal, 300 W max | 89 dB | 1-5/8 in | 30 mm PET dome |
| Kicker DS 43DSC6504 | Coaxial | 60 W RMS recommended | 90 dB | 1-11/16 in | 1/2 in PEI, zero protrusion |
| Kicker KS 51KSC6504 | Coaxial | 15-100 W RMS recommended | 90 dB | 1-13/16 in | 3/4 in silk dome |
| Focal ICU 165 | Coaxial | 70 W RMS | 93 dB | 1-29/32 in | Aluminum/magnesium inverted dome |
| Kicker CS 46CSS654 | Component | 100 W RMS recommended | Not in our listing | 1-11/16 in | 3/4 in titanium dome |
| Hertz Dieci DSK 165.3 | Component | 80 W RMS | Not in our listing | Not in our listing | Separate tweeter |
| Focal ISU 165 | Component | 70 W RMS | 93 dB | 1.9 in | Aluminum/magnesium inverted dome |
| Kicker KS 51KSS6504 | Component | 15-125 W RMS recommended | 90 dB | 1-13/16 in | 1 in silk dome |
On a factory radio
A factory radio has little power, so efficient speakers make the biggest difference. The Focal ICU 165 coaxial and ISU 165 component set both list 93 dB sensitivity, the highest in this table, and the ISU 165 listing notes it sounds good even on a factory radio. The Kicker DS and KS pairs and C2 sets sit at 90 to 91 dB.
The Pioneer TS-G1620F is the simplest budget swap, with a shallow 1-5/8-inch depth and grilles included. The Kicker DS 43DSC6504 has a tweeter with zero protrusion, which helps behind tight factory grilles.
With an amplifier
The Kicker KS 51KSS6504 takes 15 to 125 W RMS and its crossover has 0, 4.5 or 9 dB tweeter attenuation for tuning.
More power than the factory radio gives lets any of these play louder and cleaner.
6.5 or 6.75, and what fits your car
Many factory doors take a speaker in the 6.5 to 6.75-inch class, and some cars use 6x9, 6x8 or 5.25-inch speakers instead. Do not guess: pick your year, make and model in Shop by vehicle, or open the speaker upgrade guide for your car, to see the verified sizes by spot. Anything we have not verified says Confirm fit at the shop.
Everything is bought and installed or picked up at the shop at 22025 S Avalon Blvd Ste A in Carson, and you can ask about our Payment Plan.Stock moves, so call us or text us to confirm the pair is on the wall before you drive over.
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Gear from this post
Kicker DS 43DSC6504 6.5-inch Coaxial Speakers
- 60 W RMS
- 90 dB sensitivity
- Zero tweeter protrusion
Approximate installed estimate $234.99 parts $84.99 + labor $150
In-store pickupPaid at the shop.
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Kicker KS 51KSC6504 6.5-inch Coaxial Speakers
- 15-100 W RMS
- 90 dB sensitivity
- Silk dome tweeter
Approximate installed estimate $279.99 parts $129.99 + labor $150
In-store pickupPaid at the shop.
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Focal ICU 165 6.5-inch Coaxial Speakers
- 70 W RMS
- 93 dB sensitivity
- Shallow mount
Approximate installed estimate $349.99 parts $199.99 + labor $150
In-store pickupPaid at the shop.
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Kicker CS 46CSS654 6.5-inch Component Speakers
- 100 W RMS
- Titanium tweeters
- Tweeter level switch
Approximate installed estimate $479.99 parts $179.99 + labor $300
In-store pickupPaid at the shop.
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Hertz Dieci DSK 165.3 6.5-inch Component Speakers
- 80 W RMS
- 4 ohm
- Separate tweeters
Approximate installed estimate $499.99 parts $199.99 + labor $300
In-store pickupPaid at the shop.
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Focal Integration ISU 165 6.5-inch Component Speakers
- 70 W RMS
- 93 dB sensitivity
- 1.9 in deep
Approximate installed estimate $689.99 parts $389.99 + labor $300
In-store pickupPaid at the shop.
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Kicker KS 51KSS6504 6.5-inch Component Speakers
- 15-125 W RMS
- 1 in silk tweeter
- Tweeter level switch
Approximate installed estimate $549.99 parts $249.99 + labor $300
In-store pickupPaid at the shop.
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Are component speakers better than coaxial?
For sound staging, usually yes: the separate tweeter can sit higher in the dash or sail panel, and Hertz listings note a clearer front stage than a coaxial. A coaxial is the simpler drop-in swap.
Which speakers sound best on a factory radio?
Efficient ones. The Focal ICU 165 and ISU 165 list 93 dB sensitivity, the highest in our table, and the ISU 165 listing notes it sounds good even on a factory radio.
Do I need an amplifier for new speakers?
No, but it helps.
Will a 6.5-inch speaker fit my car?
It depends on the car. Pick your year, make and model in Shop by vehicle or open the speaker upgrade guide for your car to see the verified sizes. Anything not verified says Confirm fit at the shop.
Can you install them the same day?
Often, yes. Call or text first so we can set aside time in the bay and confirm the pair you want is on the wall.