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2022 Kia EV6

Price Range: $18,995 - $27,998

Kia EV6 Reviews

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Great EV
5 out of 5 stars
Jay Slater, 10/26/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
I purchased my EV 6 wind all wheel drive last March and after 5500 miles with no problems think it is one of the best cars I have ever owned. The weak point in Kia’s armor is their dealership structure The policy of dealers to “markup” above list price is unethical and I would not buy again for that reason UPDATE: I owned the beautiful EV6 awd with tech package for 12 months. By … driving in In In Eco mode I managed a range of 300 miles on numerous occasions. Over this period I had ZERO issues and only service required was a tire rotation at 8000 miles ( covered by warranty) Fit and finish as good as our 2020 Mercedes. The interior and technology is excellent and very comfortable. The EV6 is also very quick
1.75 Years of ownership Love it, hate some of the
4 out of 5 stars
David S, 04/03/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
Update: Bought the car when few were available and options severely limited, while there was a 4 or 5 month wait for the Tesla Model Y. Wanted the tax credits and bought before the EV6 prior to loosing the Credit and credit was not available for the Tesla at that time. Though I love the styling of the EV6, I would be torn between the EV6 and the Tesla, today due to the significant … price drops for the Tesla. though I find the styling of the Tesla uninspiring. What I love about the Tesla is that it has significant advantage over the EV6 with OTA Updates while you get OTA for the EV6 only twice a year for the Navigation. Further you only get them if you subscribe for $200 a year Kia Connect otherwise you have to download them on a USB stick. For all other updates you have to take it to the dealership, what a bloody waste of a day and time. I also love the Tesla Supercharger network and ease and use of it. Do Not except superior charging with Kia and other 800V EVS with Tesla even though Kia will go to NACS plug. Tesla system was developed from ground up for Tesla's. For the Hardware and software to sync with all the new adapters will not be a panacea for current 800V CCS. Kinks and bugs will be numerous and will take time to sort out, meantime EA, EVGO and others will have sorted out their issues. Further EV6 charges is superior in its charging curve than Tesla with DCFC. Tesla has the upper hand with long distance Route Planning and Battery Preconditioning as well as their overall software. EV6 has only this year put in Battery Preconditioning in a very convoluted way and their Route Planning is at best dismal and that is being kind.. Will see if improvements for the newest Nav update improves route planning. Another negative for the EV6 is you must subscribe to their Kia Connect to use Voice Commands and here is another bugaboo, Kia's Commands is almost useless so not worth the money to for the service. What I love about the Kia EV6 over the Tesla is the superior charging, styling, cooling seats & heating seats. Reclining capabilities and I do like the superior cockpit for the driver. More driver centric and I find the ride superior over the Tesla. I prefer the handling and smoothness of the EV6 on curvy B roads and out bad city streets. I also prefer the fact that there are easier controls over one Screen which diverts the eyes and attention of the driver. I know there are those who love the Tesla screen but being behind and on the side of Teslas and watching the how bad some of these Tesla drivers are I can forgo the bloody screen. I also love the turn screen monitor quite helpful in both dense urban highway driving. Love the Sporty interior for the Kia EV6 though some of the finishes are hard cheap plastics, like the back of the front seats and some of the lower side panel other finishes are quite nice. Plenty of space in the front for storage, virtually none in back seat. Frunk is pretty useless. EV6 has an ease to replacement of Cabin Filter and adding fluids. Other attributes to EV6 is smoothness and blending of the braking. Superior regenerative breaking vs almost any other EV out there. The EV6 is in a class by itself in its iconic styling and will not only standout but I believe it will stand the test of time. Pros. Styling, Excellent drive and ride quality, Driver Cock Pit, heated and ventilated seats, intuitive controls for seats and climate. Driver safety devices including blind spot monitoring blind spot warning, Pedestrian and Cyclist stopping Camera with 360º and Birds Eye camera. Decent Adaptive Cruise Control, Decent luggage space, Heat Pump, great leg room for passengers front and back. Excellent front storage. Good Adaptive high and low beam for front lights. Oh yes it has some knobs gotta love knobs, no fiddling through menus to get to change stations and volume as well as temperatures. Though screen quality is very good software is not cutting edge. Ability to easily self park in tight spaces. Very good efficiency with combine highway and high speed driving ,I can get from 3.2 to 3.9 depending weather and speeds, the 3.4 are speeds in the 80 mph plus driving city driving gets between 4.5 to over 5 kW/mi. Most of my driving though is between 45 to 85mph. Very quiet, though I do get some tire noise. Very good efficiency while using climate controls. Excellent build quality, no rattles or fit imperfections. Oh and of course the superior DCFC which I do quite frequently and the main reason I purchased the EV6 Most of driving consists of 300 plus drives. By the time I use facilities or order lunch the car is done charging, so as far as a need to use screen time to occupy oneself while charging the truth as I mentioned before the car would be charged before I could access it. But I can only speak for myself. Also after long drives I do not find myself fatigue nor complaining of back pain as I do with other vehicles. Oh yes one other small thing, I do not see exhaust from a tail pipe. I am now driving 11 years with EVs and love that aspect. Forget the instant torque, the smoothness the quietness of an EV, the lack of tail pipe is number 1 for me. Cons: NO OTAs, Poor rear visibility, no rear windshield wiper Need it for when it is dusty or has not rained for days but in rain and movement no need for wiper. Poor visibility of driver screen when steering wheel is in certain positions. Poor visibility because of A&B pillar, luckily there is the pedestrian and side warning systems and excellent visibility with side mirrors. NO wireless CarPlay. Must pay for substandard Kia Connect, but Connect does give you slightly better route planning and Battery Preconditioning but only slightly better than without but very Poor audio command controls. App is no more than 6 out of 10. Navigation screen is archaic, wish Google or Apple Maps could interface with car for route planning and battery preconditioning. Paint quality appears to be adequate. Would I buy it again, Hmm, there are better interiors, infotainment systems, Cars with OTA, faster 0-60, better efficiency, but none of them thus far are over all as well packaged as the EV6 at least as of this writing. So yes even with some of the drawbacks I would buy again
Over three years of ownership and still loving it.
5 out of 5 stars
Paul, 03/01/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
UPDATE: Three plus years of ownership (20K+ miles) and I am happy to report no issues or problems with the vehicle. We’ve only had to have the vehicle in for a few software updates and to replace a defective speaker under warranty. No maintenance costs, tires and brakes are still in good condition and there are no squeaks or rattles inside the vehicle. Also, no battery degradation … that I can tell. Overall, this has been one of the best cars I have ever owned. While I normally trade cars frequently this one is staying in the stable for a long time as our main in town driver. The car is still fun to drive with plenty of pick-up and handles fine for an electric vehicle. The only disappointment is the quality of the surround view cameras. The surround view cameras on Mercedes and BMW are significantly better and less impacted by rain. I would not hesitate to purchase a used EV6 based on my experience with the vehicle. Original Review: My wife and I decided to take the plunge and purchase an electric vehicle. We initially test drove a Ford Mustang Mach e and ordered one after test driving it. Due to Ford’s inability to deliver we decided to move on. We test drove an Ionniq 5 and liked it, but couldn’t find the model we wanted. Because the EV6 is based on the same architecture as the Ionniq 5 I started looking for the EV6. While EV6s were available in Atlanta, prices were over $10K over MSRP for the 1st Editions, which I wasn’t willing to pay. I found one in Montgomery, AL that was less than 5% over MSRP and bought it. I never thought I’d pay over MSRP for a vehicle, but according to the WSJ 82% of people are paying over MSRP these days for new cars. I’ve only owned the car for a little over a week, so this review is limited. My initial impression after driving the car home a 190 miles from the dealership where I bought it are that the car rides great and is very quite. I give the Meridian sound system an A+. The interior is a great place to spend time and I much prefer the layout of the EV6 digital screens to the large center screen used by Tesla and Ford on their EVs. The GT Line that I purchased comes very nicely equipped with heated and cooled seats, heated steering wheel and a 360 degree camera view which is great when backing out of parking spaces. The seats are comfortable and there is plenty of room despite it being a relatively small vehicle. The roofline is low and therefore egress and ingress might be a bit challenging for tall people. The awd version that I purchased comes with the extra front motor raising both horsepower and torque. Acceleration is exhilarating and is stated by Kia to be in the mid 4 second range. There are certainly faster vehicles out there, but this is plenty for me. This car won’t be confused for a Porsche Cayman in the twisties as it does have some body roll in corners despite the battery pack creating a nice low center of gravity. The car feels solid, the doors have a nice solid feel when closing.
I'll Never Own an ICE Vehicle Again
5 out of 5 stars
Reverendbiker, 12/16/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
I own a T-shirt with a pic of a Harley Road King and the caption "If I have to explain, you wouldn't understand." That's the way I feel about my 2022 Kia EV6 First Edition. As an old gearhead (I've owned 22 vehicles, mostly performance oriented) and I have to say that the EV6 is my favorite. From the eerie quite to the acceleration from the two motors' instant-on torque, this vehicle … provides a driving experience that must be experienced to be believed. Look--electric vehicles aren't for everyone. I don't need a car for driving long distances (there's an Audi A6 diesel in the garage for that) so the EV6 277-mile range is more than enough for me. I installed a level 2 charger in my garage so I can charge overnight and always have a full tank of electrons. Cost of running and maintaining it is less than 1/3 that of my previous vehicle, a Mustang GT. Fast, nimble, and a pleasure to drive on the back roads of Central Texas, it's a treat to drive. I often find myself looking for an excuse to take it out of the garage. Sheesh-you'd think I was 16 years old again...

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Safety

Our experts like the EV6 models:

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
Warns the driver if a forward collision is imminent, and can pump the brakes to lessen an impact.
Highway Driving Assist
Centers the vehicle in its lane so unwanted travel outside the vehicle lane is minimized.
Remote Smart Parking Assist
Guides the vehicle into a perpendicular or parallel parking spot without driver intervention. Can be activated remotely using the key fob.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsRating
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
RolloverRating
RolloverNot Rated
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated



FAQ

Is the Kia EV6 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 EV6 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.0 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2022 EV6 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 43 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the EV6 has 24.4 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Kia EV6. Learn more

What's new in the 2022 Kia EV6?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Kia EV6:

  • All-new electric vehicle from Kia
  • Compatible with the latest high-output DC fast-charging stations
  • Upcoming GT model with 576 horsepower
  • EPA-estimated range of up to 310 miles
  • Launches the first EV6 generation for 2022
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Is the Kia EV6 reliable?

To determine whether the Kia EV6 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the EV6. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the EV6's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2022 Kia EV6 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 Kia EV6 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2022 EV6 and gave it a 8.0 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2022 EV6 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 43 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 EV6 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2022 Kia EV6?

The least-expensive 2022 Kia EV6 is the 2022 Kia EV6 Light 4dr SUV (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $41,400.

Other versions include:

  • Light 4dr SUV (electric DD) which starts at $41,400
  • Wind 4dr SUV (electric DD) which starts at $47,500
  • Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $51,400
  • GT-Line 4dr SUV (electric DD) which starts at $51,700
  • GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $56,400
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What are the different models of Kia EV6?

If you're interested in the Kia EV6, the next question is, which EV6 model is right for you? EV6 variants include Light 4dr SUV (electric DD), Wind 4dr SUV (electric DD), Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD), and GT-Line 4dr SUV (electric DD). For a full list of EV6 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more