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16-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Kia offers a killer lease deal on EV6 GT with up to $20,000 in rebates
Kia's sleek EV6 comes in a few different flavors, but the performance-focused EV6 GT is arguably the most intriguing to enthusiasts. Now, with serious manufacturer backed rebates, you can save up to $20,000 on remaining 2024 model year EV6 GTs. The offer almost entirely offsets the $21,000 delta between the base model and the range-topping GT, meaning now's the time if you're looking to score an EV6 GT on the (relative) cheap. View the 2 images of this gallery on the original article As originally reported by CarsDirect,a new dealer bulletin indicates savings of up to $20,000 when leasing a 2024 Kia EV6 GT. The largest savings is only available when you select a 24-month lease, and mileage restrictions aren't mentioned, but we're thinking they're low. For what it's worth, Kia's lowest mileage lease is 10,000 miles per year. Thankfully, you still have options outside the restrictive two-year term, as those who opt to lease for 36 months will still enjoy $18,500 off. This isn't the first time we've seen substantial savings on Kia's flagship performance EV6, either. Back in February, when 2025 model year cars were first beginning to hit dealer lots, Kia offered a similar $19,050 lease cash offer. What's most surprising is that the Korean automaker is also running competitive lease cash promotions for the current model year EV6 GT. Customers can enjoy $12,500 in lease cash when they choose a 24-month lease. Those opting for more traditional 36-month terms can get $10,000 off, which is still a pretty decent chunk of change on a car that costs just a couple grand over $60,000. Notably, the 2025 model gets a few tweaks that might make it more enticing, despite the diminished savings. For one, it makes up to 641 horsepower in Launch Mode, up 65 ponies from the 2024 a refresher on the Kia EV6 GT? It's based on the same platform that underpins the enthusiast's EV of choice, the Hyundai Ioniq 5N, and the 2024 model makes 576 horsepower and 545 pound-feet of torque. All-wheel drive comes standard, contributing to the car's lightning-quick performance figures. Instrumented testing over at Road and Track revealed that zero to 60 mph takes just 3.2 seconds. The EV6 GT completed the quarter mile in 11.4 seconds at 120 mph, which isn't bad for a car that weighs over 4,800 pounds. The EPA claims the car will get 218 miles of range on a full charge. As of this writing, there are 28 2024 Kia EV6 GT examples sitting on lots in the US, according to Autotrader. We reckon there's a few more than that floating around, but we wouldn't say there's a surplus. As long as you can overcome the somewhat middling range, the 2024 Kia EV6 GT is an excellent choice for enthusiasts looking to go electric. The value is even better when you consider the $20,000 on the hood. Besides, if you don't like it, you give it back in two years. Talk about a no-brainer.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
These Are The Cars You'd Put Up With Horrible Gas Mileage To Daily Drive
Earlier this week I asked you to share what cars you would put up with horrible gas mileage to daily drive, something you love so much that fuel economy would be no concern no matter how bad. My example was the Mercedes-AMG G63, which despite going mild-hybrid for 2025 is still horrible inefficient. In a week with one I averaged just 9 mpg, and surely not all the blame goes to my potentially heavy right foot. Even though it has a 26-gallon fuel tank, and fill-ups would cost well over $100 every twice-weekly visit to the pump, I love that damn thing so much that I'd deal with it. (If I was actually in the G-wagen's price bracket, at least.) You all came up with tons of answers — well over one hundred, in fact — so I've whittled it down to my favorite baker's dozen. Some of you even own or owned the inefficient cars you love, which makes this even better. I'm not gonna bother even including the people who just answers "none," because booooo, have some fun. Keep reading to see all of the cars your fellow readers love enough to overlook horrible gas mileage, and let us know your favorites in the comments. Read more: Nobody Does Land Yachts Like Cadillac, And These Are Five Of The Best Ones I currently daily a 4Runner with semi-dumb that one? brother me too. Same, homie. And with the way these damn things run, I'll be driving it to my own funeral. My 5th Gen 4Runner TRD Off Road Daily drove 4runners since 2017. Weekend toy but no room for 3 vehicles in our household. Decided to switch it up to a Bronco Raptor. Similar horrible mileage but 10x more fun. Puts a smile on my face everytime I drive it. We do have an EV6 GT which is used by whomever has the longer drive most days... Suggested by: anon, FUNHAVER, sclass88, Tom, Az_CRaig I can't believe how many of you are out here dailying those old-ass gas-guzzling things. The new one seems like a big improvement, at least. A '66 Lincoln Continental 4 door convertible. The hardtop I had got 9mpg on a good day and drank super unleaded. But I would GLADLY daily that 'vert!! If I drove it 3 out of 5 days to work, since my current daily gets 40mpg (motorcycle, FTW!!), I'd average out to about 21mpg. Suggested by: Stillnotatony I love someone who genuinely dailies something vintage like this. In dreamland, Porsche 911 Turbo S, by the way in dreamland there is never traffic in my way, and my car emits O2 only. We don't live in dreamland, that's why I'm shopping for a Chevy Bolt, or a Leaf currently. In my dreams, either a 911 4S or LC500. Leaning more towards the LC500 based on TCO. My daily is a 911 Targa 4 GTS, gets around 17.5 around town Suggested by: towman, KP, Fluffy_Black_Dog The thing is, these latest 911s actually get pretty great fuel economy given the segment. I've easily seen over 30 mpg on the freeway and into the 20s in regular daily driving. It would have to sound fantastic. Even though my DD is actually an EV, there is a part of me that would like to have something V8 for a short because I've never owned one, and I never tire of the sound of a good V8. So maybe it should be a convertible too. I guess it has to be an LC500 then. The LC500 is a great choice. Supremely comfortable and sounds pretty good too. Gas mileage isn't completely awful either. Suggested by: dolsh, Featherlite One of my favorite cars on sale, and they actually get pretty great gas mileage on the highway. Around town, though, you'll be wanting to floor it everywhere. Once daily drove a 1992 600SEL. If you organize all the cars on the EPA website from 1984-2025 by city or highway or combined MPG, the 600SEL is on the last couple pages with old Lamborghinis and Ferraris lol EPA quoted 10/14/12 but in stop and go traffic the fuel economy gauge that read up to 50mpg (only while idling...) dropped to 0 as soon as you looked at the accelerator pedal, then slowly crept up to 8-12mpg. ''Twas a fascinating time, replaced it with a Geo XFi for a short time before going back to an S320 LWB Suggested by: Tw@t I'm not really a W140, but I'll always support a V12 Mercedes. Sports cars don't count as gas hogs and how many people truly want to DD something stiff, loud and compromised in traffic? For me, the nostalgia of my dad's V10 Excursion Limited is what I would love to DD. We did a little suspension work so it was much smoother and handled better on road, it towed our travel trailer everywhere, took the sports teams all over ,etc. Most tanks it got 10 mpg, I once saw 20 going downhill out of the gas station right after resetting the computer. They look great, the V10 has a great sound and effortless torque, they are supremely comfortable with the right shocks and they are supremely capable. Suggested by: cintocrunch1 One time, when I was living in Detroit, I called a normal Uber just for myself and the guy showed up in a V10 Excursion. I thought that was wild. For a time, my daily driver was an '05 Ram SRT-10 Quad Cab. That beast got single digit mileage in city and maybe cracked 12 on the highway thanks to the Viper V-10 and an old school 4 speed automatic. I loved it because it was just so damn ridiculous on all levels. Then again, I wasn't paying for the gas as it was my company car. I eventually switched out to a Regular cab SRT-10 with Tremec 6-speed that got like 13-14 mpg if I drove conservatively, which was damn near impossible. Would I daily one of those bad boys today? I think I would, especially the regular cab with the Tremec. Yeah, I daily drive my 2005 SRT-10 manual. 13-14mbg around town, but have hit 17 on the highway. Cannot give up the torque or that V10 sound! Suggested by: Factoryhack, n/a God, remember when Dodge used to really be cool? I love that we have multiple Jalops who have owned these. (And sorry, I just had to include that iconic clip.) Why, the car I drive every day! My Volvo 240 Turbo wagon! It gets 17 to 18 MPG whether you baby it or keep your foot in it, so why not enjoy the boost, I say. Out of 30 odd cars I've owned, it's easily one of my favorites, so it's worth it. For comparison, my old non-turbo 240 wagon would regularly turn in 24 to 25 MPG. Suggested by: I_Borgward I miss my 940 Turbo wagon so much. I never really got great gas mileage with it, but especially not after I straight-piped it. A Bowler Defender. In Left hand drive for the US. They have never made one, and never will. But if it existed, I would drive one. Suggested by: 12MileGeo Now we're talkin'. I see a fair bit of chatter on RX8 forums about dailying the RX8. Having one myself, it is a fantastic chassis. I would drive it every day if I didn't have other options. The suicide rear doors also makes it [somewhat] practical. I can take the whole family out in mine. But with only about 200miles of range on the tank at 14mpg and requiring premium fuel, gets to be quite expensive. If Mazda made another rotary-powered GT car that somehow managed to be magically reliable, I'd do it without hesitation, even in spite of horrible fuel economy. As someone who previously pressed 2 different RX-7s and an RX-8 into daily driver duties (though all at different times) I don't think I'd be willing to do it again given the downtime and maintenance headaches. However, if there were a new Cosmo or refreshed RX-8 that didn't give me constant rebuild anxiety, I'd certainly do it. Having owned both RX-7s and an RX-8 in the past, the 8 is definitely my choice for a daily. While more raw, the 7s were too cramped, noisy, and hot as ovens inside to be enjoyable for long periods of time. The RX-8 was probably my favorite car I've owned for long road trips. The seating position never aggravated my back or shoulders, and the car is engaging enough to prevent fatigue caused by sheer boredom. I could manage about 28-30 MPG cruising on the interstate around 70mph, but my mixed mileage was also right around 14 MPG and sometimes as low as 9 MPG in hellish stop and go. While my current cars have more comfort and tech, I do miss how well the RX-8 could chew up hundreds of miles of road and make me smile the whole time. Suggested by: kwhite, Luxurious King If all of the other Rotary-related problems didn't exist, I'd love to daily an RX-8 even if the gas mileage still sucked. What a great car. An E60 M5 manual. I did it for 5 years, getting about 12 mpg and less than 200 miles per tank. And it was sooo worth it. Suggested by: Jordan Sangerman Another awesome V10 vehicle. I love the E60, but the Bangle 6 Series is what really owns my heart. The F150 Raptor is the single best vehicle I've ever owned and I'll drive one as long as they keep making them and they stay as relatively reliable as they are. I've had a lot of great cars and will continue to have more - 911 Turbo S, Audi R8, C6 and C7 Z06, GTR, C63 AMG, S3, S4, etc, but my Raptor is the single best vehicle I've ever owned, even at 15-17mpg on average. Snow, rain, massive potholes, road debris, etc, doesn't matter. Raptor. Comfort for 5 on even a multi-state drive? Raptor. Luxury options, quiet, super easy to drive, Raptor. Towing the cars to the track? Raptor. Jumping this thing off-road and even tackling rocks, this thing will go anywhere it will fit. It's just one those rare vehicles that does everything better than most and lives up to the hype with the most minimal mods necessary to do even more (like adding bags for towing). And worth mentioning my R8 and C63 got much worse mileage than my Raptor on 37s. Suggested by: Dan Putnam Honestly, I get it. Tank, Tank is always the answer. Horrid gas mileage, check, terribly slow, check. Traffic, not with Tank, someone cut you off, not with tank, coworker p*ss you off, not with tank. Suggested by: James Dodson Maybe we should all be driving tanks. Want more like this? Join the Jalopnik newsletter to get the latest auto news sent straight to your inbox... Read the original article on Jalopnik.
Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
2024 Kia EV6 GT-Line review: Is this the EV that will convert you?
Now almost three years old, the 2024 Kia EV6 still feels as fresh and futuristic as the day it debuted. Loved by many and hated by none (well, except for most supercar owners), the EV6 offers something for everyone, from the subdued, wallet-friendly Light and Wind trims to the more premium, supercar-shaming GT Kia EV6 GT-Line channels its spark from a 77.4 kWh battery pack with motors on either axle. Together they inject a zippy 320 horsepower and 446 lb-ft of instantaneous torque into all four wheels. 0 to 60? Well, that's a 4.6-second affair for the EV6 GT-Line. Flat-out, it'll tap out at around 114 mph. But, really, if drag-strip-sprints are what you plan to do with your Kia, the range-topping EV6 GT's 3.4-second sprint is guaranteed to impress. Where the EV6 GT-Line truly shines, however, is its electric range and ultra-fast charging capabilities, which will make range anxiety a distant memory. With an EPA-estimated 252 miles, this EV6 offers a respectable range but still falls short of Tesla's Long Range Model Y's 330 miles. However, Kia strikes back with its 800V blazing-fast charging capabilities that'll juice up the battery pack from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes, a feat most EV owners would take any day over ludicrous 0 – 60 times. Handling-wise, it may not be a Porsche Taycan, but it's surprisingly comfortable and competent for an every-day focused off the bat, the EV6's cabin is a far cry from the button-laden, cluttered cockpits of yesteryear. Instead, it adopts a minimalist aesthetic and driver-centric functionality, but it's not without its quirks. Taking center stage are two seamlessly integrated 12.3-inch displays, offering intuitive controls (for the most part) in crisp graphics. As standard, the GT-Line AWD trim equips Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless charger, multiple USB-C ports, and a booming 14-speaker Meridian premium sound system. Still, some may argue that the touchscreen controls for both multimedia and climate, while stylish — lack the intuitiveness many are accustomed to with physical knobs. Also, while the floating center console may look all chic, the gloss-black finish may be an open invitation for murky fingerprints. Cargo-wise, the EV6 is no slouch. With the rear seats folded, you get up to 50.2 cubic feet of storage, perfect for stowing your latest IKEA haul. Overall, the cabin feels quite spacious and airy, partly thanks to the massive glass roof. Externally speaking, the EV6 GT-Line seems to have arrived from the future. The design language is distinctly electric with the sharply contoured lines, coupe-like profile, and all. Clearly, the design team aimed for a bold statement, and they've largely succeeded. Upfront sits Kia's modernized 'Digital Tiger Face' that's flanked by striking LED headlamps and distinct, quite aggressive DRLs that add personality to an otherwise minimalist EV6 GT-Line is nothing if not bold. It starts with 19-inch alloys (though you'll probably want to upgrade to the 20s for a better-proportioned look) and continues with gloss black accents for a touch of understated aggression. The flush door handles are a neat trick, and that dramatically sloping roofline leads to a rear end that's… well, let's just say it's memorable. It might be a bit busy for some tastes, but the overall effect is undeniably striking. This is a car that refuses to blend in. The 2024 Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD marks its spot in the crossover arena with a competitive $57,600 starting MSRP, roughly five grand more than its RWD GT-Line counterpart. Optional extras, on the other hand, include things like the $295 GT-Line White Seat Package, a $540 tow hitch, and a $325 interior Lighting Kit. The 2024 Kia EV6 GT-Line proves that electric doesn't have to mean boring. It's a stylish, well-equipped, and genuinely fun-to-drive crossover that makes a strong case for itself, even in a crowded segment. It might not be the perfect EV for everyone, and some might find the design a bit much — but for those seeking solid performance, and head-turning looks, the EV6 GT-Line hits a sweet spot. This is a car that makes you want to go electric, and that's a pretty powerful selling point. Love reading Autoblog? Sign up for our weekly newsletter to get exclusive articles, insider insights, and the latest updates delivered right to your inbox. Click here to sign up now! View the 15 images of this gallery on the original article
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
These Are The Cars You Should Replace Your Tesla With
The best time to sell your Tesla was six years ago. The next best time was yesterday, and the current best time is right now. I know that might seem like a daunting task with how expansive the electric vehicle market has gotten, but don't worry — Jalopnik has you covered. Last week, we asked our readers what cars they would replace their hypothetical Teslas with, and we got some great answers. Many of them were from folks who previously owned Teslas and are now going through exactly what you are. Often they were sick of CEO Elon Musk's political antics and knew it was time to ditch their Teslas, even if they liked the car based on its own merits. We've got vehicles that span just about every price point and body style down below. That means you're going to be able to find the perfect replacement you're looking for. What are you waiting for? Check out what cars your fellow Jalops recommend you replace your Tesla with. Read more: Porsche Taycan Turbos Have Lost Up To $100,000 Value In 4 Years Replaced mine with an Audi etron GT. Got it used for basically 50% off msrp. My Tesla was a 2017 so before it had to make a noise when driving. That's one thing with the new evs that takes some getting used to, particularly Audi which pipes in fake engine noises. Otherwise love it, and glad to be out of the Tesla/musk world. That guy is seriously unwell. Submitted by: Dbj25 As a Mach-E owner, the deals on it were hard to beat. Especially with employee pricing (Thanks, Grandma!) But in all seriousness, the Kia EV6 was high on the list despite the $ difference to the Mach-E if only for the fast charge capabilities of the Hyundai/Kia cars. Submitted by: potbellyjoe I switched to a 2024 Cadillac Lyriq and oh boy.... true luxury, efficiency and comfort. The Super Cruise is phenomenal, the interior is fabulous. The range is excellent and the look sharp and unique. The app needs to improve, but other than that, best decision ever, Submitted by: Tony The IONIQs, Rivian and Lucid are obvious choices. But also the BMW i4 has great reviews. That Acura EV (rebadged Lyric) can move quick. As great as some folks think Tesla is (or used to be) they don't offer lots of models to choose from. Submitted by: Enrique Cobas After wanting a Model 3 Performance to replace my 2017 Fiat 500e for what feels like the longest time, I just purchased a Kia EV6 GT. I drove my friend's Hyundai Ioniq 5N last year when he first bought it and was absolutely blown away by just how much it lived up to and exceeded the hype. I would have gone with the 5N, but the pricing and incentives were much better. The EV6 GT is built on the same platform and is 9/10ths of the way there. I don't think I would have played enough with the myriad of screens and options in the 5N to have made it worth it. The EV6 GT is plenty fast and drives great. I am thoroughly enjoying it. My wife and I are considering dumping her Model Y Long Range. If the Rivian R2 were available today, we already would have one. An R1S is too expensive and too big for what we need. So we'll probably wait, even though the resale value is probably going to plummet between then and now. We've looked at the GM/Honda/Acura options because the lease deals are compelling, but the quality seems hit or miss from the early adopters. Honestly, for those looking to jump in to the EV space, there is no reason not to consider a used one right now. The prices are low and the number of options that have access to the supercharger network are growing. For 90% of drivers, something like a Bolt EUV would be all the car one needs for just about anything you'd need a vehicle to do. Submitted by: KM@PG Have a 2018 model 3, and was shopping at Mercedes to replace it and came across a used EQB with 2,000 miles on it for $25K off MSRP, so bought it for my wife instead. she loves it and didn't want a fast car and it is really luxurious and perfect for driving around town with the sub par range. Still looking to replace the model 3, and would never buy a Lucid (even though I love them) because I am giving up the Tesla for that same reason I won't buy the Lucid. May look to lease a used MBEV while I wait for the CLA's to come out. Submitted by: chimera zand Looked at Ioniq 5 & 6, both great cars, but eventually upgraded my Model 3 to a BMW i5. A bit pricier, but so much smoother to drive. Fast enough, and dropped about 10 miles of range, but the range estimates are more accurate. The iDrive technology, safety tech, and phone integration actually better than my Tesla. Gonna have to do some minor adaptations for charging, but not bad. Left me VERY HAPPY to leave Elon in the dust. Submitted by: Dpridham Not much talk about the Polestar here... I think they're attractive, but know next to nothing about them beyond that. I would go with a Toyota hybrid. 50-100 mpg depending on the model, you don't have to plug them in or search for a charging station, readily available, and they don't stink of Nazi. Submitted by: tallestdwarf Grand Wagoneer. Trade overpriced garbage in for more overpriced garbage. Submitted by: half man half bear half pig I recommend the Ionic 6. I bought one in May, 2023 after my wife told me she would divorce me if I bought a Tesla. As a result of that conversation, I got a license plate that reads "NO2TSLA." It's a great car, fun to drive and pretty reliable, except for the constant recalls for software issues. But the dealers are good at fixing those issues quickly. Submitted by: DJCJR I owned one of the first Tesla Model 3's. I unloaded it 2 years ago because of Elon becoming worse and worse. Also, I sold it at a high post covid. We ended up buying at MSRP a BMW X5 45e. We missed the luxury of a BMW, and the quality. It can still drive 30mi pure electric, has carpool lane stickers, has a twin turbo, and we don't have to stop on road trips. We get the best of all worlds. It's an incredible SUV. Submitted by: Tony I'm expediting this now. The Mach-E was at the top of my list, but it's lacking in back seat room. After seeing it at the local car show, I'm very enamoured with the IONIQ 5N. I just don't want to deal with the local Hyundai dealer. Ugh. It will be a short lease. I plan on getting the Rivian R3x when it's available. Submitted by: dolsh Hummer EV. Keep the arrogance, lose the fascism. Built by American labor unions. Will actually be serviceable in 5 years after the rest of these companies go the way of Fisker. Submitted by: John C Model 3 owner here ... I personally think this is the best EV I can buy (at least for my needs), However, because of Elon Musk I was looking right before the election into alternatives (after his come out in Butler), but all fell short for me, I would give things up that I love about my Model 3. But here I am again searching for alternatives since he is getting more crazy and embarassing (one big plus now is that more and more cars can charge at the Tesla charging network, which is just the best and much more reliable then any other network so many other chargers I pulled up to were either not working or super slow) ... I love Rivians, but are too big for me (I am waiting for the R3X - pretty sure I will get that one once its available and the company still exists). But honestly right now, I might only consider the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Kia EV6 ... still not 100% convinced, none of them is perfect for me and offers everything that the Model 3 offers me - so once I do the switch it will be a step down, but I just can't stand Elon Musk anymore (and I had 0 issues with my Model 3, I just love the car) Submitted by: Willi Smart Read the original article on Jalopnik.
Yahoo
24-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Kia EV4 Could See Simulated Gear Shifts—and How About Rev Limiter?
cites an unnamed source familiar with the upcoming Kia EV4 for its report on the simulated shifting technology. According to the report, all EV4 models will have the simulated shifting, but only the performance-oriented EV4 GT will get the simulated rev limiter. More details are set to come during Kia's EV day on Thursday, February 27. It looks like fake shifts are on the menu for more Kia EVs. Following the updated EV6 GT's and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N's paths, the EV4 is apparently scheduled to see simulated shifting. According to a report from Carscoops, the upcoming battery-electric hatchback will get the simulated shifting tech. The report cites an unnamed source with 'inside knowledge' at Kia, which should lead to some skepticism. However, it does seem like Hyundai and Kia are expanding the simulated shift technology that first appeared on the Ioniq 5 N to more products in their portfolios. The simulated shift technology most recently joined the updated Kia EV6 GT. Carscoops also says Kia will stuff this feature inside of every EV4, which is surprising. But a separate technology, a simulated rev limiter, will only appear on the EV4 GT, according to the report. There's also the question about the EV4's simulated sound. Considering the EV4 is supposed to get the fake rev limiter, it wouldn't be a huge surprise if the EV4 also sees an artificial engine noise generator. Of course, we don't know for sure if this report is exactly true, or what else is schedule to make its way to the latest Kia EV. Those answers—and more—should be revealed during the Kia EV Day event on Thursday, February 27. Do you think simulated shifts are smart for an EV? Tell us your thoughts below.
