Kia EV6 (CV) Crossover (2021)
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Kia EV6 (chassis code CV) is the sister model of Hyundai's IONIQ 5 compact electric crossover. The first battery electric vehicle in Kia's lineup, it shares with the IONIQ 5 the all-new pure-electric Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). This dedicated platform ensures optimized packaging and handling characteristics compared to EVs based on a conventional platform.
The EV6 is available in three trim levels and two battery capacities. The EV6 GT offers 430kW of power and 740Nm of torque that propel the vehicle to 100km/h in 3.5 seconds.
Unlike the first electric vehicles released by most competitors, the EV6 uses a distinct design language similar to yet different from Hyundai's IONIQ 5.
Hyundai's new E-GMP platform supports both 400V and 800V charging, with fast charging at 350kW capable of delivering a 10-80% charge in just 18 minutes.
Technology-wise, the EV6 comes with what you would expect from an electric vehicle from South Korea. That is to say a full set of connected-car features, augmented reality features (AR Head-Up-Display), and driver assist features are available.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 43% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Rather good styling
- Minimalist interior
Cons
- Lacks performance
- Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front
- EV nonsense
What external reviewers found***
External score 70% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent range
- Excellent infotainment system
- Excellent fuel economy
- Decent infotainment
- Sleek and stylish design
- Sleek styling
Cons
- Lack of standard equipment
- Lacklustre ride quality
- Not fun to drive
- No wireless smartphone mirroring
- No Apple CarPlay
- Slightly stiff suspension
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Specifications
| GT | Long Range | Long Range AWD | Standard Range | Standard Range AWD | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Cargo Capacity | 480 L / 17.0 cu-ft ~ 1260 L / 44.5 cu-ft | 490 L / 17.3 cu-ft ~ 1300 L / 45.9 cu-ft | 490 L / 17.3 cu-ft ~ 1300 L / 45.9 cu-ft | 490 L / 17.3 cu-ft ~ 1300 L / 45.9 cu-ft | 520 L / 18.4 cu-ft ~ 1300 L / 45.9 cu-ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Passengers | 5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Payload | 425 kg / 937 lbs | 425 kg / 937 lbs | 425 kg / 937 lbs | 450 kg / 992 lbs | 425 kg / 937 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Chassis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Front | Ventilated discs, 380 mm | Ventilated discs, 345 mm | Ventilated discs, 345 mm | Ventilated discs, 345 mm | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Rear | Ventilated discs, 360 mm | Ventilated discs, 345 mm | Ventilated discs, 345 mm | Ventilated discs, 345 mm | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power Steering | Electric Steering | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Front | MacPherson strut | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Rear | Multi-link | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tire Size | 255/40 R21 | 235/55 R19 | 235/55 R19 | 235/55 R19 | 255/40 R21 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Turning Circle | 11.6 m / 38.0 ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Construction | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Battery | Capacity | 82.5 kWh (gross) | 77.4 kWh (net) | 82.5 kWh (gross) | 77.4 kWh (net) | 82.5 kWh (gross) | 77.4 kWh (net) | 62.0 kWh (gross) | 58.0 kWh (net) | 58.0 kWh (gross) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Battery | Type | Lithium-ion | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Body Style | 5-door battery-electric Crossover | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Platform | Electric-Global Modular Platform | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dimensions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ground Clearance | 155 mm / 6.1 in | 160 mm / 6.3 in | 160 mm / 6.3 in | 160 mm / 6.3 in | 155 mm / 6.1 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Height | 1545 mm / 60.8 in | 1550 mm / 61.0 in | 1550 mm / 61.0 in | 1550 mm / 61.0 in | 1550 mm / 61.0 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Length | 4695 mm / 184.8 in | 4680 mm / 184.3 in | 4680 mm / 184.3 in | 4680 mm / 184.3 in | 4695 mm / 184.8 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Width | 1890 mm / 74.4 in | 1880 mm / 74.0 in | 1880 mm / 74.0 in | 1880 mm / 74.0 in | 1890 mm / 74.4 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Front | 1628.0 mm / 64.1 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Rear | 1637.0 mm / 64.4 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 2125.0 kg / 4684.8 lbs | 1910.0 kg / 4210.8 lbs | 2015.0 kg / 4442.3 lbs | 1800.0 kg / 3968.3 lbs | 2125.0 kg / 4684.8 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheel Size | 8.5J x 21 | 7.5J x 19 | 7.5J x 19 | 7.5J x 19 | 8.5J x 21 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm / 114.2 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Performance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h | 3.5 sec | 7.3 sec | 5.2 sec | 8.5 sec | 6.2 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph | 3.3 sec | 6.9 sec | 4.9 sec | 8.1 sec | 5.9 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Electric Range | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top Speed | 260.0 km/h / 161.6 mph | 185.0 km/h / 115.0 mph | 185.0 km/h / 115.0 mph | 185.0 km/h / 115.0 mph | 260.0 km/h / 161.6 mph | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1600 kg / 3527 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient) | 750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1600 kg / 3527 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient) | 750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1600 kg / 3527 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient) | 750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient) | 750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1600 kg / 3527 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Powertrain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Drivetrain Layout | Rear-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive | Rear-engine (transverse), Rear-wheel drive | Rear-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive | Rear-engine (transverse), Rear-wheel drive | Rear-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Power | 229 hp / 170.8 kW | 229 hp / 170.8 kW | 229 hp / 170.8 kW | 170 hp / 126.8 kW | 229 hp / 170.8 kW | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Torque | 605 Nm | 350 Nm | 740 Nm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Gears | 1-speed | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Type | Automatic | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Production | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Availability | 2021 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Debut | 2021-03 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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autocar[1]
Reviewer score 69%Kia’s E-GMP architecture and the EV6 has continued the good work of the Ioniq 5. Despite its 250bhp deficit compared with the eventual hot version, the point-to-point pace of this twin-motor car is impressive even if you’ve spent a lot of time in electric cars – especially in addictive but inefficient Sport mode. There are a good many more cars to come to the market, but we’re excited about the Kia EV6.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Powerful twin-motor engine
- Comfortable to drive
- Decent infotainment
Cons
- Slightly stiff suspension
- No wireless smartphone mirroring
autoexpress[2]
Reviewer score 82%Kia has big plans to establish itself as an all-electric car company by 2040, and to become fully carbon-neutral by 2045. Its battery-powered EV6 flagship is a key model in helping the Korean manufacturer achieve its aim of electric and plug-in hybrid power making up 40 per cent of the company’s total sales by 2030. The EV6 is more of a sporty family crossover than a traditional SUV, but finds itself up against the likes of the mechanically similar Hyundai Ioniq 5.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Fast-charging capability
- Good standard equipment
Cons
- Lack of standard equipment
autoexpress[3]
Reviewer score 72%The EV6 sits on the same bespoke pure-electric platform as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Genesis’s forthcoming GV60. It can replenish 80 per cent of its 77.4kWh usable battery in just 18 minutes. The top speed remains at 114mph, but the 0-62mph time is now a punchy 5.2 seconds, a gain of more than two seconds over the rear-wheel-drive edition.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Fantastic electric power
- Excellent infotainment system
Cons
- Lacklustre ride quality
- Alternatives are more fun to drive
wired[4]
Reviewer score 60%The EV6 has a shorter wheelbase than the 5 (2.9 meters versus 3 meters), so it's supposedly slightly better in corners. The car is quick, but this is not a performance car that will give you almost shocking acceleration. The cabin is like a Sith version of its gleaming white Hyundai sibling. Black and dark hues everywhere, but none of the extras.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Sleek styling
- Excellent range
- Excellent fuel economy
Cons
- Not fun to drive
- No Apple CarPlay
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References
- ^ Kia EV6 review . [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/kia/ev6. 2021-10-19. Retrieved 2021-12-20.
- ^ New Kia EV6 2021 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/kia/ev6. 2021-08-16. Retrieved 2021-08-17.
- ^ New Kia EV6 AWD 2021 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/kia/ev6/356620/new-kia-ev6-awd-2021-review. 2021-11-19. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ Review: Kia EV6. [wired]. https://www.wired.com/review/kia-ev6/. 2021-11-06. Retrieved 2021-11-19.
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