Those who are looking for a new car that is fun to drive should consider the Kia EV6 GT-Line. This vehicle offers plenty of performance, safety, and range to make it a great choice.
Trim levels
Whether you are looking for a small, stylish wagon, or a midsize crossover SUV, Kia EV6 can meet your needs. This new nameplate is a blend of sporty and practical features, as well as tons of technology.
Kia has a number of EV6 trim levels available, and you can choose from three different drivetrain options. The entry-level Light trim has a 167-horsepower motor, a long-range battery, and a 232-mile driving range. It has a standard 12-inch touch screen with navigation, an automatic lane change assist, and blind-spot monitor.
The GT-Line is the most powerful trim. It has a 320-horsepower motor, paired with a dual-motor all-wheel drive system. It also has a lane-change assist, an evasive steering assist, and a camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor. The EV6 GT-Line is also equipped with an augmented head-up display that shows key information on the windshield, such as navigation instructions and traffic conditions.
The entry-level Air trim comes with heated front seats and an automatic LED headlight system. It has 19-inch alloy wheels. It also has a power liftgate, ventilated front seats, and a Meridian sound system.
The Wind model is the cheapest EV6 available. It has a 225-horsepower motor, accompanied by a 77.4-kWh battery. It has a lane-changing assist, a Blind-Spot Monitor, and a lane-following assist.
The top-of-the-line GT-Line trim comes with a 320-horsepower engine, a 320-horsepower dual-motor all-wheel drive system, and a lane-change assist. It also has an augmented head-up display, a camera-based Blind-Spot Monitor, and an evasive steering assist. It is also available with a 14-speaker Meridian premium audio system.
The Kia EV6 is a sporty little SUV, with a distinctive rear end, an integrated charging port door, and aerodynamic wheels. Its 6.1-inch ground clearance is on par with a Kia Telluride. It can accelerate 60 mph faster than a Porsche. It can tow 2,300 pounds.
Range
Those looking for the best range-per-charge of an EV can choose from a range of options, including Kia EV6 GT-Line. This model adds a second motor to provide an extra 362 horsepower. It also offers a 360-degree camera and enhanced forward-collision avoidance technology.
The base Kia EV6 Light is rated at 232 miles. It's equipped with a 58 kilowatt-hour battery pack. It's available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
The EV6's interior design is very futuristic. It features a floating center console, a prominent start button, and gold accents. It also has a two-tone steering wheel. It includes a powerful Meridian Premium Audio system, Apple CarPlay, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. It's also available with a hands-free power liftgate.
The EV6's infotainment system is a fusion of a 12.0-inch touchscreen and a 12-inch digital instrument cluster. It is controlled via voice commands and has an augmented reality head-up display. It also comes with complimentary scheduled maintenance.
The EV6 also has a standard lane-keeping system and forward collision avoidance. It's also got blind-spot warning and smart cruise control. It's equipped with four levels of regenerative braking, which means that it will recapture energy that has been lost while braking.
The Kia EV6 GT-Line is also available with all-wheel drive. It produces an extra 446 pounds of torque and can reach 117 mph. It comes with a 20-inch alloy wheel. It will launch later this year.
The EV6 GT-Line has a unique rear-end styling. It's equipped with neon-green brake calipers. Its bucket seats are racing-inspired. It's available in Steel Matte Gray and Steel Matte Gray with Neon Green accent stitching.
It's available in three trim levels: Light, Wind, and GT-Line. The base Light starts at $40,900 and the base Wind at $42,115. The GT-Line begins at $51,200.
Performance
Earlier this month, Kia introduced its EV6 GT performance variant to the US market at Monterey Car Week. Like its predecessor, the EV6 is an all-electric SUV with a high-performance dual-motor powertrain. It can accelerate from 0-62 mph in 3.4 seconds, and reach 161 mph.
The EV6 GT is also one of the cheaper all-electric vehicles on the market. In addition to its low price, Kia offers state-level rebates. However, the EV6's price does not include a $7,500 federal tax rebate.
The EV6 is available in three trim levels. The base model is only available with rear-wheel drive, while the Wind and GT-Line offer dual-motor all-wheel drive. Both trims can achieve an EPA-rated 310 miles of range on a single charge.
In terms of performance, the Kia EV6 GT is a very competitive rival to other high-end EVs. The vehicle's 320 horsepower from its dual-motor powertrain produces plenty of instant acceleration for overtaking.
The Kia EV6 GT's performance is augmented by an Active Sound Design feature. It's part of the Meridian high-performance audio system and enhances selected sounds.
The EV6 has a number of safety features, including a rear cross-traffic warning system and blind-spot warning system. It's also equipped with automatic emergency braking.
While the Kia EV6 does not have a rear spoiler, it does have a clamshell bonnet and a tailgate spoiler. Additionally, the EV6 comes with a half-pane sunroof. It's not an easy car to drive, but it's satisfying to ride.
The EV6 also uses a sophisticated suspension package, which allows it to maintain a smooth ride in any situation. It helps mitigate roll during cornering and limits dive under braking. It also includes an electronically controlled regenerative braking system, which is a feature that is rarely found in an EV.
Safety rating
EV6 GT-Line RWD - This vehicle is rated five stars by the Australian National Car Accident Prevention Association (ANCAP) for safety. The EV6 scored maximum points in these tests.
The Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD has a comprehensive assistance suite. It comes with a seven year capped price servicing plan and eight years of roadside assistance. The vehicle also has a free headlight adjustment program.
Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD offers advanced safety features, such as Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, which uses front radar to detect a potential crash and automatically applies the brakes to avoid a collision. The vehicle also has regenerative braking, which reclaims energy lost when the brakes are applied. This technology also provides a welcome relief to drivers in rush hour traffic.
The EV6 GT-Line RWD is designed to protect pedestrians and vulnerable road users. The vehicle earned a 90 percent rating for adult occupant protection and an 86.7 percent rating for child occupant protection.
The car's autonomous emergency braking system also performed well in this test. It scored 87 percent for automatic emergency breaking, and a good result for the forward pedestrian and vulnerable road user scenarios.
The passenger compartment remained stable in the frontal offset crash test. The EV6 also achieved a Good rating for the full width frontal test, which evaluated the driver dummy's position and body.
The car also received Good ratings for the oblique pole test and the side impact test. It performed well in the rear seat and front passenger dummy tests. The EV6 GT-Line RWD performed particularly well in the frontal impact test, scoring an 86 percent rating.
In addition to the standard safety features, the Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD includes ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, and advanced safety technology. It also features a second motor for faster acceleration, and a flat-bottomed wheel with automatic pop-out door handles.
Price
EV6 GT-Line is the latest version of Kia's flagship EV6. It has the highest performance in Kia's EV lineup and the most powerful drivetrain. The model is equipped with a dual electric motor setup that generates 320 horsepower and 576 pound-feet of torque.
In addition to its powerful driving performance, the Kia EV6 offers a wide range of premium features. Its interior design incorporates a futuristic feel that is both functional and stylish. Some of the features include a floating center console, a touchscreen dashboard, and front and rear seats that are fitted together.
There are five different EV6 models in the Kia lineup. The entry level EV6 has a single rear-wheel electric motor, while the EV6 GT has two electric motors. The standard battery pack in both models is 77.4 kilowatt-hours and is good for 206-310 miles of range.
The Kia EV6 has a 0-60 mph time of 3.4 seconds. It also has a top speed of 161 mph. It's also got a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system that gives it 320 horsepower. It also comes with an electronic limited-slip differential.
For a bit of extra safety, the Kia EV6 also has a Lead Vehicle Departure Alert. Its advanced driving assistance systems include Parking Collision Avoidance in Reverse and Smart Cruise Control.
The Kia EV6 comes in both rear-wheel-drive (RWD) and all-wheel-drive (AWD) models. The RWD model has a 232-mile EPA rating, while the AWD has a 310-mile EPA rating.
The Kia EV6 GT-Line has a starting price of $57,547. It's based on the Hyundai Group's E-GMP platform, which supports 400 and 800 volts of electric architecture. The E-GMP system also has 350 kW fast charging capabilities.
The Kia EV6 is an electric vehicle with sporty and compact styling. Its interior design has gold accents and a floating center console.