Kia EV6 delivers up to an estimated 300-miles of all-electric range.
Kia America today said the 2022 EV6 starts at $33,400 after the $7,500 federal vehicle tax credit. In addition, the EV6 may also qualify for various state incentives, including single rider carpool lane access in California. These exclude a destination charge of $1215. Prices range up to, gulp, $55,900. EV6 comes in three trim levels: Light, Wind and GT-Line. The Light trim will be offered in rear-wheel drive. Wind and sporty GT-Line variants will be available in rear-wheel drive and Dual Motor e-AWD configurations.
The first dedicated Kia battery-electric vehicle comes to the US in a few weeks after a global reveal last March. EV6 goes on sale in all 50 states, but the performance GT version won’t be available until late 2022. So much for Kia’s original positioning as the sporty brand within the Hyundai Korean auto conglomerate.
Starting with the EV6, Kia’s lineup will the “EV” designation followed by a number that indicates the car’s position in the lineup. The so-called E-GMP modular platform allegedly “maximizes development efficiency and enables the Kia brand to expand its dedicated EV portfolio across multiple vehicle segments – sedans, CUVs, SUVs – in a short time and with minimal complexity.” (Hyundai Motor, Kia to build American-made Electric Vehicles)
The architecture provides an adaptable foundation with a long wheelbase and wide stance. The EV6’s visual language – it’s claimed – combines classic sports car inspiration with high-tech cues, modern CUV styling and a coupe-like profile. The EV6 has the same 114.2-inch wheelbase as the Kia Telluride and compares with the width of a Ford Mustang Mach – so far a runaway success given the US’s small EV sales numbers.
Claimed are 27.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind 60/40 split-folding second row; 53.5 cubic feet of cargo space with second row folded down. There’s a hands-free Smart Power Tailgate for easier cargo access, and additional storage space for small items in front trunk (frunk).
The EV platform also has the good performance, AWD capability, and fast charging times of virtually all EVs. The EV6 delivers up to an estimated 300-miles of all-electric range (AER)1 and a flat-floor interior that has “sustainable materials” throughout the cabin. The EV6 also offers several advanced driver assistance systems.
The EV6 offers up to 320 horsepower and an EPA rated all-electric range (AER)1 up to 310 miles depending on the configuration:
- RWD: 58.0 kWh battery with a 168kW rear motor yields 167 horsepower and AER of 232-miles (Light RWD)
- RWD: 77.4 kWh battery with a 168kW rear motor yields 225 horsepower and AER of 310-miles (Wind RWD, GT-Line RWD)
- Dual Motor e-AWD: 77.4 kWh battery with a 74kW front motor and a 165kW rear motor yields 320 horsepower and AER of 274-miles (Wind AWD, GT-Line AWD)
1 EPA certified all electric range AER. Your mileage will vary and depends on a number of factors, including battery age, ambient temperature, driving habits, options, cargo and others.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
Kia America – EV6 Starts at $33,400 with Taxpayer Funding
Kia EV6 delivers up to an estimated 300-miles of all-electric range.
Kia America today said the 2022 EV6 starts at $33,400 after the $7,500 federal vehicle tax credit. In addition, the EV6 may also qualify for various state incentives, including single rider carpool lane access in California. These exclude a destination charge of $1215. Prices range up to, gulp, $55,900. EV6 comes in three trim levels: Light, Wind and GT-Line. The Light trim will be offered in rear-wheel drive. Wind and sporty GT-Line variants will be available in rear-wheel drive and Dual Motor e-AWD configurations.
The first dedicated Kia battery-electric vehicle comes to the US in a few weeks after a global reveal last March. EV6 goes on sale in all 50 states, but the performance GT version won’t be available until late 2022. So much for Kia’s original positioning as the sporty brand within the Hyundai Korean auto conglomerate.
Starting with the EV6, Kia’s lineup will the “EV” designation followed by a number that indicates the car’s position in the lineup. The so-called E-GMP modular platform allegedly “maximizes development efficiency and enables the Kia brand to expand its dedicated EV portfolio across multiple vehicle segments – sedans, CUVs, SUVs – in a short time and with minimal complexity.” (Hyundai Motor, Kia to build American-made Electric Vehicles)
The architecture provides an adaptable foundation with a long wheelbase and wide stance. The EV6’s visual language – it’s claimed – combines classic sports car inspiration with high-tech cues, modern CUV styling and a coupe-like profile. The EV6 has the same 114.2-inch wheelbase as the Kia Telluride and compares with the width of a Ford Mustang Mach – so far a runaway success given the US’s small EV sales numbers.
Claimed are 27.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind 60/40 split-folding second row; 53.5 cubic feet of cargo space with second row folded down. There’s a hands-free Smart Power Tailgate for easier cargo access, and additional storage space for small items in front trunk (frunk).
The EV platform also has the good performance, AWD capability, and fast charging times of virtually all EVs. The EV6 delivers up to an estimated 300-miles of all-electric range (AER)1 and a flat-floor interior that has “sustainable materials” throughout the cabin. The EV6 also offers several advanced driver assistance systems.
The EV6 offers up to 320 horsepower and an EPA rated all-electric range (AER)1 up to 310 miles depending on the configuration:
1 EPA certified all electric range AER. Your mileage will vary and depends on a number of factors, including battery age, ambient temperature, driving habits, options, cargo and others.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.