Kia EV6
Kia EV6 GT-Line
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Model codeCV[1]
Production2021–present
Model years2022–present (North America)
AssemblySouth Korea: Hwasung (Hwasung Plant)
Designer
  • Lee Hyo-Sung and Choi Hong-Seok[2][3]
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformHyundai E-GMP
Related
Powertrain
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous motor
Power output125–430 kW (170–585 PS; 168–577 hp)
TransmissionSingle-speed reduction gear
Battery58 kWh or 77.4 kWh nickel-cobalt-manganese lithium[4]
Electric rangeUp to 510 km (317 mi)
Plug-in charging
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,900 mm (114.2 in)
Length4,680–4,695 mm (184.3–184.8 in)
Width1,880–1,890 mm (74.0–74.4 in)
Height1,550 mm (61.0 in)
1,545 mm (60.8 in) (GT)
Curb weight1,825–2,090 kg (4,023–4,608 lb)

The Kia EV6 is a battery electric compact crossover SUV produced by Kia.[8][9] Introduced in March 2021, it is the first Kia dedicated electric vehicle, and the first model developed on the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) similar to the Hyundai Ioniq 5.[10][11] It is also the first model to be named under the new nomenclature designated for a line of Kia electric cars, which will range from EV1 to EV9.[12] The EV6 is the 2022 European Car of the Year.

Overview

The EV6 was released on 2 August 2021 after a set of pictures were revealed on 15 March 2021.[13][14][15] Developed under the codename CV,[16] it is the first Kia model based on the E-GMP electric car platform.

The GT model is claimed to have a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) time in 3.5 seconds, with dual electric motors producing 430kW of power (576hp) and 740Nm of torque combined, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, a rear electronic limited-slip differential, electronically controlled suspension, and minor exterior and interior changes.[17]

It features a panoramic curved display panel inside, which opens up more space while a controller for transition between infotainment and HVAC below the navigation screen and touch buttons for using heated seat as well as steering wheel further enhance driver usability. The EV6's boot space is 520 L (18.4 cu ft) (VDA standard) and it can be increased up to 1,300 L (45.9 cu ft) when the rear seats are folded. The crossover is claimed to be furnished with eco-friendly materials across the interior, fabric or artificial suede/leatherette seats, and ambient lighting. It's also availbale with an augmented reality head-up display, 360° camera option, remote controlled parking, along with safety technologies including Lane Follow Assist, Highway Driving Assist 2 (semi-autonomous adaptive cruise control) including auto lane changing, AEB collision avoidance, remote smart parking assist and Safe Exit Assist.[18]

GT-Line

EV6 GT

The EV6 GT was released on October 4, 2022; it is a high-performance version of the EV6, supposed to go from zero to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds.[19] The EV6 GT features four-piston calipers with a monoblock front wheel that improves size/performance over the base model, and a body strengthened with front strut ring and rear luggage floor reinforcement bars. There's also Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, a rear electronic limited-slip differential, and electronically controlled suspension.

In addition, rack-driven power steering and variable gear ratio technology optimises steering response to speed, and GT Mode with RBM function that maximizes the use of regenerative braking and Kia's first Drift Mode are applied.

As for the design, it features GT-specific 21-inch wheels with contrasting neon green coloured brake calipers, vertical elements across the front Digital Tiger Nose Grille, front and rear bumpers, and a rear diffuser. The interior is equipped with unique sports bucket seats with neon green piping and stitching, artificial suede door cards, and a GT Mode button on the steering wheel.

However, compared to regular EV6 models, the EV6 GT does not come with ventilated seat functionality, electric seat adjustment, auto dip-down wing mirrors when reversing, and has less claimed driving range with higher energy consumption.[20]

Specifications

Trim Battery Layout Power Torque 0–100 km/h
(0-62 mph)
(Official)		 Top speed Charging time[21]
Standard Range 58 kWh 2WD 125 kW (170 PS; 168 hp) 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) 8.5s 185 km/h (115 mph) 0-100%:

1480 minutes (AC Schuko 2.3 kW) 360 minutes (AC 3-phase wallbox/charging station 11.0 kW) 0-80%:63 minutes (DC charging station 50.0 kW) 18 minutes (DC charging station 180.0 kW)

4WD 173 kW (235 PS; 232 hp) 605 N⋅m (446 lb⋅ft)
Long Range 77.4 kWh 2WD 168 kW (228 PS; 225 hp) at 4,600–9,200 rpm 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 0–2,600 rpm 7.3s 0-100%:

1965 minutes (AC Schuko 2.3 kW) 440 minutes (AC 3-phase wallbox/charging station 11.0 kW) 0-80%:73 minutes (DC charging station 50.0 kW) 18 minutes (DC charging station 240.0 kW)

4WD 239 kW (325 PS; 321 hp) at 6,800–9,200 rpm 605 N⋅m (446 lb⋅ft) at 0–4,400 rpm 5.2s
GT 430 kW (585 PS; 577 hp) at 6,800–9,000 rpm 740 N⋅m (546 lb⋅ft) at 0–4,200 rpm 3.5s 260 km/h (162 mph)

Awards

  • 'Best of the Best' in 2022 Red Dot Design Awards[22]
  • 2022: European Car of the Year[23]
  • 2022: Irish Car of the Year[24]
  • 2022: What Car? Car of the Year[25]
  • 'Premium' winner in the German Car of the Year 2022 awards[26]
  • 'Crossover of the Year' at the TopGear.com 2021 awards[27]
  • Joint winner of the inaugural 'Best Cars of the Year' 2021/2022 awards[28]
  • Product Carbon Footprint certificate from United Kingdom's The Carbon Trust.[29]
  • 2023: the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) Green car awards[30]
  • 2023: North American Utility Vehicle of the Year[31]
  • 2023: MotorWeek Driver's Choice best of the year[32]

EV6 GT

  • 2023: the World Performance Car of the Year award[33][34]

Safety

The EV6 received a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating.[35]

Euro NCAP scores
Overall rating
Adult Occupant 90%
Child Occupant 86%
Vulnerable Road Users 64%
Safety Assist 87%

References

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  28. ↑ "Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kia EV6 crowned world champions at the inaugural 'Best Cars of the Year' Awards". Automotive World. 2022-01-24. Retrieved 2022-04-21.
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