Latest generation Kia SUV is better in every way and the range is now up to 582km
There are a few changes and improvements, with the most noticeable exterior tweaks at the front, as the EV6 comes with sleek daytime running lights plus a light bar that flows across the whole bonnet.
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FRESH FACED: EV6's fresh new look incorporates sleek daytime running lights that run across the whole of the bonnet and are part of Kia's Star Map lighting signature
Credit: Kia Ireland
They're all part of Kia's 'Star Map' lighting signature, with more in the rear lights too.
There are new alloys and a raft of fancy colours, but the biggest changes are under the skin and inside.
The EV6 is still a great-looking SUV, with its futuristic looks standing the test of time.
It's not as polarising-looking as it was when introduced in 2021 now that they are common sights on our roads.
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The EV6 is equipped with Kia's new fourth-gen battery.
With higher energy density, the capacity has increased from 77.4kWh to 84kWh.
As you'd expect, this translates into a higher range, with Kia quoting a figure up to 582km.
While using a fast DC charger the maximum I got was 488km, but at home on a 7.4kW wallbox, expect that to increase.
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Thanks to 800V battery tech, peak fast charging is up from 239kW to 350kW.
But even though I was supposed to be topping up the EV6 at a rate of 150kW, the fastest speed I could draw from the public charger was 78.5kW — still fast, but not as fast as advertised.
However, if you do find a charger capable of running at those speeds, the EV6 battery can be recharged from 10-80 per cent in just 18 minutes.
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WELCOME BACK: Not much change back here apart from the combination tail-lamps being enhanced with Star Map lighting technology
Credit: Kia Ireland
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Key Facts:
Kia EV6
Cost:
From €49,510
Engine:
168kW electric motor
Power:
225bhp
Torque:
350Nm
0-100kph:
7.7 seconds
Top Speed:
185kph
Battery:
84kW
Range:
582km
Real world range:
487km
Rivals:
Hyundai IONIQ 5, BMW iX3, Tesla Model Y, VW ID.4
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BOOT SIZE: EV6's boot is 528 litres and that rises to 1,300 litres when you lower the rear seats
Credit: Adam Warner
Power comes from a rear-mounted 168kW electric motor that produces 225bhp and 350Nm of torque, so a leisurely sprint from 0-100kph takes 7.7 seconds and it has a 185kph top speed.
In the UK you can opt for a dual-motor, all-wheel drive version with 320bhp but sadly not in Ireland and just released is the 631bhp EV6 GT, but that might not be coming here either.
As before, the driving modes are Eco, Normal, Sport, My Drive and Snow. And Sport really does liven things up.
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Plus Kia has tweaked the damping settings to deliver improved stability.
It does feel more nimble and smooth on the road, with good grip.
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FRUNK SIZE: There's a hefty 52 litres of additional storage under the bonnet in the frunk
Credit: Adam Warner
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TECH THAT: The EV6 now features dual 12.3-inch curved displays, ambient lighting and Apple and Android connectivity
Credit: Adam Warner
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Inside the new EV6 sees more big changes like the huge, curved panoramic display that's two 12.3-inch displays placed side by side.
The ambient lighting really comes to life at night.
The EV6 introduces a steering wheel and the wireless phone-charging pad charges at 15W. Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay comes as standard.
The model line-up consists of the €49,510 Earth and €54,300 GT-line trim level, with 0% finance on both PCP and HP and is available from €381pm.
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And don't forget Kia's comprehensive seven-year, 150,000km warranty that also covers the battery and electric motors.
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SUPERCAR POWER: The new 641bhp Kia EV6 GT
Credit: Kia UK
AND THE NEW EV6 GT MODEL BOASTS 641BHP
Kia has also just launched an updated version of the EV6 GT.
It's not just the fastest accelerating Kia EV, it's the brand's fastest accelerating vehicle ever.
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It produces 641bhp and 770Nm of torque, so will blitz 0-100kph in just 3.5secs with a top speed of 260kph.
Its new, bigger 84kWh battery boasts a range of up to 450 km.
Read more on the Irish Sun
And for the first time on any Kia, the EV6 GT is equipped with Virtual Gear Shift, simulating a six-speed gearbox featuring a rev counter
and limiter.
But it's still not confirmed if Kia Ireland will even sell it or not.
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