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Great EV
Jay Slater, 10/26/2022
updated 10/02/2023
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
31 of 31 people found this review helpful
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
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1.75 Years of ownership Love it, hate some of the
David S, 04/03/2022
updated 10/16/2023
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
96 of 100 people found this review helpful
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
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Over three years of ownership and still loving it.
Paul, 03/01/2022
updated 03/12/2025
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
31 of 32 people found this review helpful
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.
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Our First Full EV :)
Dan, 03/29/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV (electric DD)
27 of 28 people found this review helpful
I literally found this car through pure dumb luck. Stumbled into a Kia dealer and two of them just came off the truck. One was spoken for and this one a White Wind rear wheel drive was available somehow. I did pay a little over sticker but in this market I figured it was not a deal breaker. I've had an order in for a Ford Maverick since October and I was told that it may not get here this year. Anyway, our family's first fully electric car and we love it. The wife drives a Pacifica hybrid which we also love, but this is next level. I only have 600 mils on the car but I can give a good rundown on the good and not so good. The good: 1. The car is as quiet as you want to make it with all the sound settings... can be complicated but fun to mess with. 2. The range seems to be right on... but haven't taken any road trips. No doubt it's very frugal since it's so streamlined 3. The controls on the media stack are intuitive after a quick learning tutorial... I'm glad there are actual buttons for seat controls, heaters, radio, and most importantly the front and rear sensors. Kia and Hyundai have some of the most intuitive controls out there and everything works well. Best of all you can turn only the driver side vents on... which is great since the wife is always cold. 4. The car is very spacious... more like a mid-size SUV rather than a compact SUV. 4 or 5 tall adults can sit in this car comfortably due to great leg-room and wide body. 5. Acceleration is good and on par with most V6 cars or SUVs. It's not crazy fast with the RWD but fast enough for daily driving. It used to be that 7 sec 0-60 was pretty good for SUV or sedan standards. 6. The safety tech is easily manipulated and works very well. The car can almost drive itself on the interstate. The lane centering works very well almost everywhere you drive. The beeping noises are loud enough to hear but not obnoxiously loud like in our last Subaru or our current Chrysler Pacifica. 7. The trunk is large enough for a road trip and you can just remove the top floor of the trunk and get a few more inches of space. The frunk is only good for small things. Room for improvement: 1. The heating situation could be improved. You have to turn the cabin heat button on in order to produce heat when it's very cold... this took some getting used to and can be confusing. Think of it as the opposite of the A/C button. If it's too cold you need heat... if it's too hot you need A/C...but it's a bit stupid. You do loose on mileage when you turn the heat on so I guess it just gives people more options to save energy. 2. The roof line could be a bit taller to make it look more like a SUV. I don't have the sun roof so there's plenty head room, but I can see that with a sun roof it could get tight. 3. Ambient lighting is not an option for anything below the GT-line... this is bull crap KIA!! A $50k car should have ambient lighting. Not a deal breaker but annoying. 4. Kia does not supply any type of charger!!! Again, for first time buyers this is not that great. However, a 110v charger would not do much anyway, and the 220v chargers are a bit more pricey. I did get one online and ran a 220v to the garage. All in all cost was around $1000 self installed... and 6/3 electrical wire is very expensive right now. 5. While it's a plus that that car is roomy on the inside, it is very wide and it shows when you have to park it. It's not extreme or anything, but just something to think about. The turn radius is pretty good though so that helps. Overall, I think this is a great vehicle for the price. A friend has a $40k Kia Niro EV and there's just no comparison. Those are converted regular cars and while they're very nice they just don't have the look of the future. It's worth paying the extra money for something that looks like it will be good for a while.
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I'll Never Own an ICE Vehicle Again
Reverendbiker, 12/16/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
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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Jeff, 07/22/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2021 Tesla Model 3 Dual motor and the ride was rough and very noisy on road above 35-45 mph. I traded the Tesla in for the EV6 since I had issues with build quality and hated the noise on the highway and happy so far. The EV6 is much smoother and quieter ride. It does not send anything straight into the cabin as they say. Was it 10 degrees outside with 45PSI tires? It is a better built car with more features than the Model 3. Cooled seats, heated steering wheel, pop out door handles, park assist standard, highway lane changing standard on GT Line trims and a moonroof. The price is the only thing that is not great considering the performance and brand. I paid around 63,900 for a Matte Gray GT Line AWD and called over 40 dealers trying to get a deal on something in stock.
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Problematic electric
Robert Ulin, 12/10/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV (electric DD)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Car drives well but the charging system (ICCU) was flawed and 3 tries to replace. 12 volt battery died and it operates all accessories including the starter. Still waiting for replacement 12 volt battery after 2 weeks
Not an SUV, rather a Wagon, but so fun.
Neighbor, 06/27/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Let me begin but saying that this is not an SUV. KIA may call it that, but it couldn't be father from the truth. Think of it as a vehicle between a sedan and an SUV. I just purchased a GT Line trim. Mine has a sun roof and as a result the headroom is two inches lower than in the Wind trim. All 36.8 inches of it. The Honda Civic has 37.2. I am 5"11, so it's actually comfortable for me, but for those of you who are 6"1 and taller, the GT Line trim wouldn't be for you. Remember, it's a wagon. However, headroom is the only slightly negative comment I can give this vehicle, everything else about it so far is fantastic. It drives like a space ship: solid, confident and comfortable. The suspension is not as firm as Tesla Model 3 or Y and actually feels like a "regular" vehicle. I think KIA did a very nice job on the suspension. Mine is a GT Line trim, so the acceleration is great (dual motors). It might not be 2,5 seconds 0-60 like Tesla Model S, but you will still leave everyone far behind you when a red light turns green. It is very quiet inside. I drove it at 85 miles per hours and you can hardly hear anything on the inside. I would say 70 decibels inside at highway speeds which is pretty good. I found the seats to be very supportive and comfortable. One can surely drive hours and hours without being uncomfortable in these seat. I have to say that I never thought that I would buy a KIA. They had been behind in the auto world for many years, but things have changed. At least it seems to be this way. This is my first KIA (albeit electric), and I am very impressed. The legroom in this vehicle is phenomenal, front and back. They've done it with the Telluride, and they did it again here with the EV6. However, the headroom could be an issue for taller drivers/passengers. If you are considering buying one, make sure you find one to go sit in to understand if it's comfortable enough for you, if you are taller than 5"11. As to me, so far so good. A truly exceptional vehicle.
Sporty EV Wagon loaded with great features!
Mike, 03/19/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
27 of 31 people found this review helpful
I have researched BEV's for the last year. I was looking to replace my 2016 Cadillac ELR PHEV. I reserved a 2022 Ford Mustang Mach e Premium Long Range AWD last October but have received limited production timing information from Ford. The local Ford dealer I selected also has provided no input regarding the estimated timing of production. The KIA EV 6 caught my eye last Summer when it was introduced to the U.S. market. I did not reserve a vehicle at that time but continued to follow media updates and test reviews of the EV 6. In early February I started checking local dealers inventory. I was lucky to find an EV 6 GT Line AWD that just arrived at the same dealer group I purchased my 2019 Audi A4 allroad prestige through. With all the delivery delays and long production times I immediately arranged a test drive to confirm the mostly glowing reviews the EV 6 was getting. My biggest concern were some reports of a too firm ride and particularly how it handled sharper impacts like expansion joints and the infamous Michigan potholes. I was immediately impressed by the quality of the vehicle both inside and outside. The panel gaps were excellent and the features of the GT Line were equal to those of my allroad prestige. I really appreciated the blind spot view images that come up with turn signal activation - a feature lacking in my Audi. Considering you get a 360 camera (with high resolution display), a Heads Up Display, Smart Cruise Control, 14 speaker stereo system, Powered Sun Roof and a full group of safety technologies I was very impressed with the GT Line EV6. In my test ride I considered the ride very controlled with sharper impacts damped to the point that expected cabin intrusions were handled extremely well. Once I confirmed that I could purchase the vehicle at MSRP I immediately placed a deposit and arranged completion of purchase for the following week. I can say my ownership experience and satisfaction with the EV 6 deserves a 5 star rating. Sure there are some items that have been noted or reported in reviews like the two tiered stereo/HVAC control panel that gets accidentally changed to HVAC mode when you manually try to adjust the volume knob. I have learned to use the steering wheel volume control which is actually more convenient and safe once your brain is trained. This does not let KIA off the hook but that fault along with the addition of more soft touch and higher quality interior surfaces and a totally not-intuitive voice recognition system with limited control features make up my list of areas for improvement. I initially found the 14 speaker stereo to be mediocre but found a thread on the EV 6 forum that displayed screen shots of optimized stereo sub menu settings that moved it to equivalent my Audi's 19 speaker B&O system. Unfortunately both are still just slightly above average for expected performance with that high a speaker count. However in closing I find all the positive elements that this vehicle presents move it into the higher ranks of sporty EV's with the added bonus of hatchback versatility. In many ways I consider it an electric version of my Audi A4 allroad which in my opinion is a great compliment. For some reason the word station wagon is frowned upon especially in marketing a vehicle in the U.S. but I considered this EV 6 more wagon than SUV from its release. I am so impressed with KIA's quality and features for the price point that I plan on following the availability of the high performance GT EV 6 later this year.
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Disappointed
John Steven, 11/15/2022
updated 11/27/2023
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV (electric DD)
19 of 22 people found this review helpful
After one year of driving, a number of issues for this reviewer. First and foremost: THE CENTER CONSOLE. Poorly designed. While post after post I read about the center console rattling were practically laughed at, I also read about a number of people that “agreed” with me, and had suggestions for “fixes”. The console is EXTREMELY RIGID, without any shock mitigation. Everything placed in it rattles. The spring loaded cup holder cubbys also rattle. Even items placed in the center storage area rattle. Because of this you literally have no place to put anything without getting OCD. The brakes are great under normal conditions. If activated going over a manhole cover in the rain, be prepared for a computer system going ape(****) trying to figure out how the apply ABS. It is at best “frightening”. Thirdly, range is not accurate, not even close. Yes I know about weather and driving having impact…still. Hyundai/KIA was sued because they over stated gas mileage on ICE cars. They are overstating here too. Fourth: If you purchase the Wind you will not get ambient lighting… you won’t really get ANY lighting! And let’s talk about headlights…look it up…they are terrible, unless you are coming from a twenty year old car, “they’re great”. Fit and finish…meh. Meridian sound system; a joke. Service department needs work, full stop! This is one overpriced car! Interior is quite plain and hard edged. The good: Fun to drive, quiet, mostly smooth riding, but can be “pitchy”. Paid 3k over MSRP 51k, 10/22….one year later 5,000 miles…perfect condition was offered 30k at Carmax. That’s KIA
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Excellent engineering hobbled by mediocre software
Thomas Bowen, 12/22/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Overall, the EV6 is a mechanical marvel that's burdened by a software execution that fails to live up to the rest of the car. Fit and finish is excellent; this is one of the most refined and well-made cars that I've ever had. Head and shoulders above the Tesla 3 and Y for ride quality, and the physical buttons for most common controls are much easier to use than piping everything through the touchscreen. It's one of the fastest charging cars on the road, and would routinely suck 220 kW from a properly-functioning DCFC in warmer weather. But those charge stations weren't very reliable, which led to very inconsistent charging experiences. Unfortunately, my early-build car didn't have preconditioning that later-builds got, which was a big problem for cold-weather road trips. So far, Kia has not indicated that U.S. customers would get updated. That may be because of cost; the EV6 lacks the ability to have OTA software updates, which necessitates a 45-minute trip to the service department for a software update. The infotainment system is capable of updating via USB stick, but that's as deep as it goes. Range was as-advertised, and I once went a full 296 miles between charging stops. The front motor disconnect is very slick, and Sport Mode is a lot of fun to drive. The UVO system is a bit clunky, but it's fast enough to avoid being overly irritating. CarPlay and Android Auto work as you'd expect, and the instrument cluster display is logically laid out. The mobile app is extraordinarily clunky and slow to use. It forces you to wait for the system to send the command to the car and receive an acknowledgement before you can do anything else in the app. If Kia had build the EV6 with the ability to receive OTA updates, I may have kept it. I ended up trading for a Model Y because I'm not sure these gremlins would have ever been fixed. Very impressive car, though, and I'd strongly consider one in the future once improvements have been made.
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My First EV
First EV , 03/27/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I’m very happy with this car. The car looks beautiful, sporty from all angles. Get comments every time and other drivers following me with their eyes. Car is plenty quick, can charge full battery under $2 bucks at home. Lots of electrical companies have discounted charging for your EV. As usual lots of tech from KIA with some features that you only see on 6 figures cars. Good combination between sportiness and comfort for your family. Love KiA warranty.
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First road trip -plus an update after two years.
Bob Calder, 05/10/2022
updated 11/12/2024
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
First, a note about journalists. They get a car and do a road trip, and criticise the car because of their range anxiety, not being accustomed to having to use 3 apps to find chargers. The simple fact that you will have a charger at home and drive around town 90% of the time should at least be mentioned. It's NOT THE CAR, IT'S THE CHARGERS. They are in stupid places, in direct sun, you don't need a super fast charger, 100 kw gets you there fast enough. End rant. This is one of the first limited edition GT cars, not the new GT. It has two motors and all wheel drive which we have not found to be necessary but perhaps it adds to safety driving in heavy rain. After a couple of years of dealing with it, I wouldn't get the matte finish again because you can't simply drive thru *any* car wash without scratching it. I have to hand wash. After 2 weeks of ownership, we took our First Edition EV6 77kwh from Tallahassee to Pensacola which is 201 miles. We traveled on I-10 at 80 mph with the A/C blasting and got there with only 10% of charge remaining. There were a ton of charging stations along the coastal roads but only one between the two cities on the interstate at that time. We prudently stopped to charge on the return trip for peace of mind at the single fast charger on I-10. Walmart, I love you for that. We love the interior design and find the car charges quickly in the 15 to 20 min range. The trim finish couldn't be better. A corner of one bit of steering wheel trim pulled up at the two year mark and the dealership fixed it promptly. A tire pressure warning malfunction happened after the tires were rotated. Overpressuring the tires by 10 lbs, driving on the highway, and setting the tires pressure back fixed the problem. No recurrence. Our only criticism of the interior is that we inadvertently turn on seat heater/cooler or steering wheel heater while using the control panel directly *above* it. This could be easily remedied by printing a cover that flips up for access. Two years of it happening finds us well trained to avoid the design flaw. We still love the EV 6 after the second year. We have learned that travel on secondary roads is not merely more interesting, but it's energy efficient and easier on the driver. All we need is more DC chargers that aren't on major highways. Rural utilities have put in 100kw chargers in small towns but it's a bit tricky to map them out. Of course, everybody has plans to do it. But it's going to be some time before people realize just how fun it is to drive through small town America.
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Zero-gas Starship
DavidS, 06/12/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Thanks to a generous offer by my wife’s employer to let EV owners charge at work for FREE, we jumped into the EV marketplace unaware of how depleted the stock had become. The Kia EV6 was not our first choice on paper as she loved her 2020 Outback. I was pushing for the Ford F-150 Lighting. But when we finally saw and test drove an EV6 AWD it was love at first sight. We snapped it up. A month of zero-gas later, the $400 we save on fuel is nearly paying for the car! Or should I say starship! So quick. Such cutting edge tech. Love the seat cooling. And the fact that the EV6 has some of the same emergency power supply capabilities as the Lightning makes it feel less like a compromise and more like the premium choice. We are loving our black-on-black beauty. Even the new Kia logo lends itself to the feel that advanced aliens dropped it off for us to enjoy.
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Kia EV6 AWD Wind Spaceship
Rich in Redmond, 06/27/2022
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2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Really like the car. Pretty steep learning curve of all the technology. Takes off like a rocket in any of the drive modes. Fantastic sound system, Minor tweaks that could be improved better door handles, and all trim levels are missing a rear window wiper. Some questions on the battery management system and life of the standard OEM 12 volt battery. Two years into it and haven’t taken a long trip with the EV6. Too many worries about charger availability. Wanting to change to a hybrid model.
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My EV6
Now EV fan, 04/24/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Great overall vehicle. Enough space for a family of 4. Lots of features that tend to be on more expensive vehicles. I’m not against Tesla but I don’t like that speedometer is in the middle and no head up display. Kia has normal electronic speedometer and head up display. Also, it had more actual buttons. The ride quality is also better compared to harsher Tesla ride. Al add o, KIA Superior warranty. So far fit and finish is phenomenal. Looks like KIA is really counting on this car to be a break through for them into EV world. I’m very happy with the choice.
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Almost Heaven
Hizonr, 12/02/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV (electric DD)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love this car! I didn't give it five stars because of a few small issues. First, the controls for seat heating and cooling are very poorly placed. I often activate them accidentally when reaching for the controls on the center dashboard. The Wind model has different controls, which I would prefer. Second, there has been a recall for a software update, which required a trip to the dealership. They should be doing such updates over the air. I also had an amp go out, which shut off the lane assist and close object warnings. This has also been reported by others on the Kia EV6 online forum. That's about it for complaints. The car is very responsive and handles very well.The seating is comfortable, the styling to die for. Just last week, a lady at Lowe's asked what car I was driving, exclaiming that it 's beautiful. My mileage per charge has been quite good, but I haven't done any sustained high-speed driving over 70. I have the RWD model and see no need for a second motor driving the front wheels.
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Sweet ride but the paint scratches too easy
John, 03/05/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
10 of 15 people found this review helpful
Fast, fun to drive, very comfortable with all the amenities you would expect from a high end luxury automobile. I love that I don't have to go to the gas station or get oil changes or have loud noxious emissions! My only disappointment with the vehicle is the paint job. It came fresh off the lot with lots of scratches. It's like the person who prepped it for delivery had used a dirty rag that left swirls and micro scratches all over. I didn't notice this until I got it home under good light. I had the same problem with a new 2019 Nero with the expensive coating.
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Great for relaxing driving
Sten Erik, 10/07/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
10 of 16 people found this review helpful
The good: The EV6 is a super comfortable car well suited for the relaxed drives. The suspension is well balanced, not stiff and not too soft. The front seats are ok to be standard seats, but you get the feeling to sit on and not in them. The car is relatively silent. Charging is fast, I reached 80% from 7% in 21 minutes. The not so good: I am really disappointed by the steering. There are no feedback and it should have been a lot more direct. The visibility is another thing. The a pillars are rather thick and the side mirror covers blocks visibility to the right side. And why on earth is the speedometer and range indicator not displayed in the center of the of the instrument cluster but out on the sides often hidden by the steering wheel?
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Service is garbage
Mike, 08/22/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV (electric DD)
19 of 33 people found this review helpful
Car is pretty good but service is garbage in the dmv. Very few techs know how to work on it and dealerships that have techs won’t service for weeks. 3900 miles in I received a critical battery management system failure. No way to contact corporate and local dealerships won’t do anything. They are even trying to find a way out of honoring warranty. Get a Tesla instead or anything else. They will at least service your vehicle.
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Lovely car
Edith, 08/07/2023
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV (electric DD)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Love my Kia EV6 wind. I pend maybe $20 a month charging it at home and the electric company gives me a $10 dollar discount monthly. Love the way it drives and the mileage range.
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I’ve been electrified!
Robert Rogers, 10/29/2023
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The EV6 Wind was my purchase decision after test drive comparison of a Tesla 3 and Kia EV6. The Ev6 design has done an excellent job of transitioning ICE users to EV panels in the control section. The combination of touch screen with touch button panels created a less stressful change than a “tablet”. The two 12” flat screens offer all the needed views with minimal tab changes while driving. The distance on full charge is very good and convenience of available AC electric allows for using electric for outdoor activities wherever we are. Personally I felt the steering whew angle was odd and it took time for me to adjust it to where I was comfortable And could also see all of the front view screen display. The horsepower is amazing and available on demand in sport mode while the eco mode allows me to lengthen my miles per KW hour. By the way; comparing my energy cost to my previously owned hybrid that I only used premium gasoline in, about .15 cents a mile in my hybrid and in my areas kw cost, I spend .05 cents a mile to drive the EV6. If you get an electric car, be certain it has the amenities you want. The packages are all over the place in my experience. While the EV6 GT-line comes with everything you probably want, the EV6 Wind package varies by dealer. My thoughts are: if you are getting an EV, you will want a type 2 charger at home. You will want that charger stored in the garage, so why would anyone sell an EV that doesn’t have a Homelink garage door opener?!! The cargo space plentiful and the ride is pleasant.
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Still going strong at 25,000 miles
DrDan3, 12/03/2023
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I was elated when I was able to buy my KIA EV6 for list price in May 2022 - dealers were applying surcharges of $5-10k at the time; moreover, I was thankful to be able to take $7500 off my taxes - which is no longer possible. I now see that Kia dealers are reducing prices to sometimes thousands below MSRP. This compensates somewhat for the lack of the $7500 tax credit. But am I happy with what I got? Would I be just another early adopter blinded by my desire for something new and more environmentally friendly? I drove the car from Maryland to California that first summer, not knowing exactly what to expect. Would the Electrify America charging stations work? Would I be stuck in the middle of nowhere? As it turns out, the worse never happened. I used A Better Route Planner that got me to EA sites without problems other than some occasional long waits for the one or two chargers that worked. I found out that the car did charge quickly - much faster than the ID4s or Mache-Es that I saw along the way. Faster forward to December 2023. I now have nearly 25,000 miles on the car. Has anything gone wrong? I did have a problem when I bought it with the radio amplifier - that was fixed within a month of purchase. Since then...nothing has gone wrong. Some EV6 owners have reported problems with the ICCU - causing serious problems on the road. Never happened to me. Is the car still an incredibly fast (AWD) silent and smooth vehicle - absolutely. Does 99% of my charging occur at home on my Level 2 charger: yes. Do I worry about finding charging stations on occasional road trips - I reduce anxiety through more careful planning, but it isn't often and I really don't mind, e.g., checking the EA app for the operational status of stations along the way. Do I wish that somethings were different - yes: *The radio/amplifier system is without much bass. I get better sound in my 2017 I3. The subwoofer does nothing. Kia should be embarrassed to put it in such an otherwise amazing car. *The navigation system leaves much to be desired. It will not dynamically route to EA or fast charging stations when on a trip. You cannot precondition the battery unless you use the internal system! It is where the gap between Tesla and Kia is profound. I wish there was a way of using Android Auto such that it would get information from the vehicle and direct drivers as needed. *A licensing agreement between the provider of the less than sterling navigation system and Kia has prevented the latter from incorporating wireless Android Auto (or Carplay). Whomever negotiated this deal should look for another job. Even cheap Kia Souls have wireless AA. Find new lawyers and get out from this devil's compromise. *The controls for all internal functions from AC to electric seats are less than ideal. I find myself turning on, e.g., ventilated seats when toying with the AC controls, by mistake. Everyone knows that this is a blunder by Kia which hopefully it will correct in the future (on the other hand, the car DOES have direct controls for lots of elements, unlike Tesla which buries everything within its do everything screen). *Would it be nice to have over-the-air updates rather than having to go to dealers - yes it would. Kia has many miles to go in this regard. The only electronics that can be updated are the infotainment system - and that is a big hassle that has involved SD cards. A joke. Easier just to let the dealer do it. *NACs vs. CCS - Anyone who has followed this transition knows that Hyundai/Kia 800 volt system is poorly compatible with Tesla chargers (perhaps other than the very rare V4 model). Obviously, the receptacle is CCS - one limit requiring an adopter for most Tesla chargers - slow charging is the other problem. With the industry going to the NAC standard, there is a feeling among early adopters of being abandoned on the bed of CCS - will Kia do anything to help us make better use of Tesla's charging system? I can imagine that much of the much ballyhooed "slow demand" for EVs is attributable to "charging system anxiety" - with potential buyers waiting for the next year conversion to NACs for many manufacturers. Ignorant dealers who make more money on ICE sales certainly contribute to this as well - creating anxiety to spur short-term pro-ICE thinking by buyers otherwise intrigued by EVs and worried about climate change. Overall, I would buy the car again, even with the shortcomings noted above. The ease of home charging is one big factor (multiply the many hours that home charging has saved from trips to gas stations over the years and you will see that occasional waits on road trips are still much less time in total than the averted trips to gas stations). The driving characteristics of the vehicle itself are the second major reason for considering the car. It isn't cheap, but an equivalent ICE car wouldn't be either. Its style is still very unique. It has an operational sunroof, not just a big glass panel (heating up the car in summer). It has lots of controls for the amount of regenerative braking which has come in handy in snow. It has virtually zero maintenance costs (other the tire rotations and cabin filters). My first set of tires are still going strong. Its warranty is still the best in the business with its five year bumper-to-bumper and ten year powertrain limits. There is a comprehensive dealer network - whose familiarity with EVs is growing. Try to find a good deal on the car and you won't be disappointed. Kia/Hyundai would do themselves a big favor by being clear about how and when the NAC transition will occur. Some of the changes mentioned above would further increase the desirability of the EV6. But I still think it is a great car at a decent price (for what it offers)...
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Very good overall BUT MUCH too much nannying!
Jolyon, 12/07/2023
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
The front is very handsome, the over-haunchy rear not so much, but the trunk is large, and the rear seats fold down easily to make a ton of space. Rear passengers have pretty adequate legroom, but this is not your standard fat American SUV. We are in light snow/slush country (Long Island, NY) and bought the AWD Wind version, which of course goes like a bat out of hell. Handling is very good. It's not an SUV, closer to a wagon...so no stepping up into it (thank heaven). The inside is pretty spacious, EXCEPT there's no space *at all* in the dash for things like glasses, etc that you need *while driving*. The cubby under the driver's arm won't do for things that you need when at speed on the road because it needs opening. It's a shame, because there's an acre of completely unused space right in front of the center console. Move the console forward a bit, Kia, would you? The layers and layers of driver assist nanny stuff are a real pain when first driving: beeping when anywhere near a line in the road, and even (really *really* bad) jiggling the steering wheel as well. The first time out, I found it impossible to keep a smooth line down a curvy road. It'll take you about an hour in the main manual (in mixed Korean/English) to turn off most of that stuff, but it can be done. Be patient! The seats are pretty good, and the drivers seat memory works, but only when it's been reset (read the arcane instructions for that!!) and started over. We just installed a 40A (ca, 9.5 kW) charger, works well. But note, for owners who park their cars in driveways (don't we all?!): the charging port is--rather stupidly, in my view--in the back fender, and you'll probably need a 30 ft cable from your charger box, or be able to back up easily into your driveway. Same is true of charging stations, I expect. The switchable menus for climate and other stuff work pretty well (and *infinitely* better than any touch screen), but the buttons (particularly the AC button) are a bit small and too close for easy use when driving. That's about it for the moment. It's already impressive, and will be a really nice car, once we get over the slew of nanny niggles and so forth.
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Is the EV6 worth the wait?
Caotmar , 11/26/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
In short, yes. It is worth the wait. I started shopping in July 2022. I called many dealers if not all in California looking for one that would submit an order to the factory AND not charge above MSRP. After weeks of calls and lots of research on the car itself to understand exactly what I wanted (read lots of automotive and owner reviews), I decided on the GT Line AWD in steele matte gray with vegan leather white seat package. Not an easy combo to come buy based on what lots of dealers were getting in. So, I knew I was in for a long wait. Took the risk. Already sold my car at peak value. Got the car in late October. I flew to Northern California and drove it home to Inland Empire. It looks as in good in person if not better than all the great online auto review photos. Roomy enough in front and back seat, even for people over 6 feet tall. The seats are great looking and feeling. They are not the most comfortable but comfortable enough. The dashboard has a lot going that can be a bit overwhelming but all you need is time to work with it and it’s pretty intuitive. The three drive modes are great and fun to switch between. I’ve gotten used to driving in eco mode and love the regenerative breaking. Very smooth drive and quick and smooth acceleration that makes driving comfortable and fun. I charge at home and love the convenience. I’ve not had a lot of time to read up on everything about the car in the manual but so far it’s very nice. I am very happy with the EV6. I made the jump to all electric and the EV6 does not disappoint. It was definitely worth the wait, hassle, and frustration of being extra patient.
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Great car, love it
Mike C, 08/05/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
Very powerful and smooth, plus used the power outlet to power my fridge and lights when our power went out. Very cool.
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Ev6 , don’t buy.
Matthew763, 09/20/2022
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
17 of 40 people found this review helpful
I have put 8000 miles on my Ev6 gt. I buy 2-3 cars a year, at first was impressed with the Ev6 now after 6 weeks in the shop getting ready to sell it once I get it back. The sound system which is very weak in these cars to begin with is the source of my problems. Sound system went out I insisted dealer install new amp they refused and replaced a speaker which was out and had smoke coming from it. They got the speaker after 5 weeks and now figured out it’s the amp the wait continues. Mean while the have me in a bare bones Sportage loaner car. I buy 2-3 cars a year and hold the manufacture to high standards the Ev6 does not pass at this point. Until Kia figures out the sound system issues don’t buy it. When the Amp goes it takes down other systems in the car. What a shame they spent so much money on the platform but skimped in other areas. Typical Kia nice car but spends a lot of time in the shop. Makes me wonder how many amps is this thing going to go through. Would think a Meridian class action law suit will be coming.
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EV Buyers Beware
David, 01/30/2023
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
12 of 34 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2022 EV-6 GT-Line AWD in May of 2022. It was red, sporty, quiet, and extremely fun to drive. I loved all the technology in the car, and everything seemed to work well. Now here is the hard truth that no one is telling you. The AWD model only has a maximum possible range of 274 miles, and that is only if it is sunny and 70 degrees and you keep your speeds below 70. If you drive fast, figure about 265 maximum miles range. Now that range is misleading, because Kia wants you to keep the battery between 20-80% charge most of the time, and only charge it up to 100% right before going on a long drive. So that means for daily driving, you charge it to 80% which gives you 212 miles range and you recharge at 20% which is 53 miles range, leaving you with a useable range of 159 miles. Now when we had a week of below freezing temperatures, the recommended range dropped down to 112 miles. I found through research that electric cars loose up to 40% range in extremely cold conditions. Now, here is the most annoying part. That $7,500 tax credit you were supposed to get for driving an EV...when you do your taxes, you will find that the credit just comes off what you owe the IRS up to $7,500. If you are getting a refund, you will get $0 tax credit. So if buying an EV and expect to use the tax credit, make sure you adjust your payroll deductions so that you will owe the IRS when it comes time to do your taxes, otherwise you will see no benefit from the EV tax credit. The EV tax credit is “non refundable” which means it will not add to your tax refund or provide you with a tax refund.
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Federal Tax Credit Hunter worthy
Cukong, 06/01/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Light 4dr SUV (electric DD)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
I'm in the market for a second car that will give me federal tax credit. The best bang for the buck is Nissan Leaf, but I need a car that can be robust enough not only driving kids around town but also take us out of town without waiting too long for charging. After a lot of research, test drive, I decided to go with EV6 Light. I had the chance to test drive Ioniq 5, but I feel Ioniq 5 to be more "cheap" than the light. Did a little road trip, managed to stop by Electrify America to try their 350 KW charging station. Not all 350KW labeled stall will give you the max capability of your car. I used the 350 KW stall and got only 75KW in real life. The hype of 18 minutes charge to 80% will not happen to most people all the time. There were 4 stall charger, only ONE has the true 350 KW output, the rest isn't doing as labeled. If you are lucky enough to get the high speed charger stall, then you can charge as fast as advertised. I manage to do only two charge driving from Ohio to NY. One stop to fully charge from 10% to 100% while eating lunch then the rest was short pit stop just enough to get us to the hotel that offers EV charging in NJ over night. I wish I pay a little bit more for Wind RWD for more range and flexibility since the 10% range was a bit an anxiety stress for my wife, or even if we are in really true emergency during trip. I never looked at KIA, but with EV6 and its quality they put in the car, I will definitely look into their future releases. 10 year/100K miles on battery! This is an outstanding warranty! This doesn't mean that this car is worth more than MSRP! Please don't pay more than MSRP. If you want to pay more, look for TESLA. I drive model X myself, and supercharger network helps a lot in real life. If the Feds won't offer $7,500 reduction in taxes incentives, I will not pick KIA. I'd rather buy a TESLA. 5 stars for KIA and I look forward to buy more from them in the future.
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my 6
Louis Jemison , 09/20/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
should have had this 20 years ago. It is supper fast and fun to drive.
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Lance Sayler , 02/28/2023
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Excellent in snow
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Joe, 12/04/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV (electric DD)
2 of 8 people found this review helpful
At first I wasn't sure how I felt about it. I purchased the rwd so it wasn't as powerfull as the all wheel drive but still plenty fast. Coming from a 2019 dodge charger srt, I missed the roar of the motor but I am happy with my purchase. It just took getting used to.
Cool but very ICE like
Travis, 03/05/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
6 of 42 people found this review helpful
This was the first EV I drive other than a Tesla. Its apparent that this car was designed by an ICE Automobile firm. The vehicle had many items found in a normal combustion engine vehicle. For example, a lot of nobs, switches, buttons. Lifting up the hood I expected to find a frunk similar to the Tesla vehicles frunks. The frunk on the EV6 is non existent. It looks very much like a normal combustion engine bay with items like a car battery (why?) and the electric motor. The driving experience in the single motor was boring, slow actually. The dual motor was better, but definitely lacking the throw you into the seat power of the Tesla EVs. Cool styling.
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Top notch
Mtp, 05/26/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV (electric DD)
1 of 10 people found this review helpful
I love my kia ev6.
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Awesome
Travis W, 08/26/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
Fantastic car with great tech and a smooth ride
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Mike , 11/01/2022
2022 Kia EV6 Wind 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
0 of 9 people found this review helpful
Love the car. Only had it for two days, but Edmunds won't stop bugging me for a review so here it is.