Kia could unveil the updated EV6 crossover globally later this year

Kia is said to be working on a facelift version of its EV6 electric crossover. A prototype of the 2025 Kia EV6 facelift was recently spotted undergoing cold-weather testing in Sweden, wrapped in camouflage, revealing very few details of the updates expected.

As per reports, the spy images are of the standard Kia EV6 variant. Although camouflaged, the images do give us a glimpse of the updated front end, redesigned headlights and taillights and a revised rear end. While images of the interiors aren't available, expect a few upgrades in terms of features and tech in the cabin.

The 2025 Kia EV6 facelift follows the footsteps of its sibling, the Hyundai Ioniq 5, which also received an update and is expected to arrive in markets later this year. The Kia EV6 facelift could, like the Ioniq 5, receive a larger 84 kWh battery pack.

The 2025 EV6 will continue to be based on Hyundai's E-GMP platform. The exact specifications of the updated model are yet to be revealed.

Reports suggest Kia could unveil the updated EV6 crossover globally later this year, with sales starting at a slightly later stage.

Source: MotorAuthority

The GT Line variant costs Rs 60.95 lakh, while the GT Line AWD variant is priced at Rs 65.95 lakh (ex-showroom).

Kia has reopened its order books for the EV6 electric crossover in India. The carmaker has also announced several offers for early bird customers.

Kia is offering the first 200 customers a 95% buyback policy within 30 days of purchase, free 5-year periodic maintenance and 8 years / 1,60,000 km warranty on the battery.

The Kia EV6 is based on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). It is powered by a permanent magnet synchronous motor and a 77.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is said to offer a maximum range of 528 km (WLTP cycle). The battery supports ultra-fast charging, which adds 100 km of range in 4.5 minutes.

In India, the EV6 is offered in single-motor and dual-motor variants. The single-motor RWD variant packs 226 BHP and 350 Nm, while the AWD version produces 321 BHP and 605 Nm.

Prices for the Kia EV6 remain unchanged. The GT Line variant costs Rs 60.95 lakh, while the GT Line AWD variant is priced at Rs 65.95 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Kia EV6 is available in two variants: GT Line and GT Line AWD priced at Rs 60.95 lakh and Rs 65.95 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively.

Kia has announced that bookings for the next batch of EV6 electric cars will open on April 15, 2023.

The Kia EV6 was launched in June last year. Since then, the company has sold 432 units of the electric crossover in India. The final deliveries turned out to be more than four times what the carmaker had planned for the Indian market.

The Kia EV6 is based on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). It is powered by a permanent magnet synchronous motor and a 77.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is said to offer a maximum range of 528 km (WLTP cycle). The battery supports ultra-fast charging, which adds 100 km of range in 4.5 minutes.

In India, the EV6 is offered in single-motor and dual-motor variants. The single-motor RWD variant packs 226 BHP and 350 Nm, while the AWD version produces 321 BHP and 605 Nm.

The Kia EV6 is available in two variants: GT Line and GT Line AWD priced at Rs 60.95 lakh and Rs 65.95 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively.

Prices of the Sonet and Seltos have increased by up to Rs. 40,000 and Rs. 50,000, respectively.

Kia has increased the prices of its models by up to Rs. 1 lakh from January 1, 2023, with the EV6 electric crossover receiving the highest quantum of the price hike.

If you are in the market for a Seltos diesel this year, be ready to shell out Rs. 50,000 more. Prices of the petrol version have also increased by Rs. 20,000, while the turbo-petrol variants cost Rs. 40,000 more.

The Sonet is one of the popular models in Kia’s line-up. Prices of the petrol and turbo-petrol variants have increased by Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 25,000, respectively. Diesel variants of the compact SUV command a premium of Rs. 40,000.

Kia has also increased the prices of the Carens from January 1, 2023. The petrol variants have gotten dearer by Rs. 20,000, while the turbo-petrol variants now cost Rs. 25,000 more. Diesel variants of the Carens receive a price hike of Rs. 45,000.

I used to think the G20 330i is a head-turner, but my god, this car has almost caused several bikers to lose balance and rear-end someone!

BHPian CarbonFume recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hi all,

Posting after a really long to help out everyone know more about the EV6. I will try to make this as detailed as I can. Apologies in advance for any mistakes made or wrong facts posted.

The decision to get the EV6 was made after owning the ZS EV for a year and driving that for about 30K km. The decision was not easy. It was between the Kodiaq Sportline Nardo Grey vs the EV6. Having booked both, the decision was going to be whichever car was delivered first. But I drove neither of them before booking. Ended up getting a call in the first week of November about the black EV6 being available and now in the middle of December, with still no news on the Kodiaq (both cars booked in July).

Coming to EV6, I have named her Kaalia because of no good reason. I used to think the G20 330i is a head-turner, but my God, this car has almost caused several bikers to lose balance and rear-end someone!

The build quality of this car is simply phenomenal for a Kia. From the sound deadening to the tech features, I think this car is definitely worth it, but maybe for a price tag of 55-60 lakhs instead of 70. After driving it for 2000 km in a month, here are my views on the car.

To begin with, the bad/missing features:

1. Music system - The Meridian music system is pathetic. They are all too hyped up at Kia about the "3D Meridian surround sound system", but for a 70 lakh car, it makes me want to cry. Compared to the G05 X5 and the '21 A6, I used to feel the G20 330i has a comparatively much inferior sound system. But compared to this Kia, the 330i music system feels incredible. The vocals are extremely high and the bass is the missing factor. It is, somehow, decent after reducing the treble in the car system as well as on the iPhone settings (treble reducer). I feel they could have done a much better job and I would consider putting in an additional subwoofer to make it better, but this is a very poor move by Kia. Hope a software update down the line makes this issue better.
2. No spare wheel - Thank you Kia for a 500 km plus range and no spare wheel. Not even a space saver. To top it off, there is not even the option to buy a space saver separately. As I type this, I am not happy about spending 70 lakhs for this.
3. The front collision warning - Yes, the car has a lot of techs, but the front collision warning is horrible. It stops the car so hard and sometimes doesn't just stop. With a hard brake, it will bring you to a full stop (almost a stall-type feeling with the throttle). Yes, it can be turned off fully, but every time you start the car, it is back on again. It is annoying that all other assists can be shut off completely and permanently such as the Blind spot monitor and others, but not this one. I am constantly worried that my mother and sister may take the car out, not shut it because they can't figure out how and will get rear-ended for going too close to an auto or a bike.
4. Missing panoramic sunroof - Not a big issue, but hate not having it at this price.
5. Electric adjusting steering - Kia has given us heated and cooled ventilated seats, even a premium head-up display, and heated steering. Why did they not add the electrically adjusting steering?
6. Rear seat under-thigh support is as good as not being there despite impressive legroom thanks to its design. But there is a hack around it covered in the "good" section about this car.
7. The ride - Something I should have covered earlier, but here it is. I agree the ride is supposed to be sporty, but it feels a bit more sporty than I had expected. The car is silent and smooth but it rides stiffer than usual and I wish it was more sublime like the A6 with bumps and bad roads.
8. "Floating seat" or whatever they call it - I never see myself using that feature. Easier to just recline normally, but I guess it's a cool gimmick.
9. Window blinds for the rear seats - Missing on the car like the 330i and I wish it was standard.
10. ABS kicking at minor bumps - I may not be describing this right but the ABS kicks in very easily on slightly bumpy roads. I am more confident driving aggressively when braking is set to sporty from normal and regen at level 2, but not a fan of the random ABS-type feeling. I don't think I am hitting the brakes wrong, but not sure what is going on. If any readers got any ideas, please do let me know what I can do about it.

Good:

1. Build quality - This car has a very superior build quality and does not feel like a Kia. From the sound deadening to the premium materials used, I absolutely love it. The seats feel like a unique blend of Alcantara and cloth *not sure*, but feel extremely premium and welcoming.
2. The look - From the curves on the rear of this beauty to the sharp edges on the front, this car is a stunner. I cannot take my eyes off it. To make it better, the KIA and GT badge at the rear has been removed, the rear tailgate chrome strip has been blacked out and the two tiny chrome lines on the front blacked out as well along with the front Kia badge. Wheels are to be blacked out next. This would be a good EV batmobile with its blacked-out looks.
3. The rearview mirror does not offer a lot of visibility, but does the job okay. To help out, Kia has given the option to turn on the rear camera regardless of the speed you are at. Typically I have seen cars shut off the camera as you drive and not activate it at a higher speed, but this works at any speed and in short, can be kept on all the time.
4. The 360 camera is amazing - The camera, in my view, with Kia EV6 and the Seltos, is way better in terms of quality and usability compared to what the X5 / 740i and even Audi give. Haven't tested others. I am not talking about the front and rear cameras. That's somewhere BMW, Audi, and all have done a good job except MG ZS EV. I mean the side cameras that enable 360 views. It's simply nonsense in the X5 and I never use it. But Kia killed it with the side camera activation on turn indicators and activation of the left and right view cameras in close proximity to vehicles in traffic (the sound level being adjustable is the cherry on top as it activates without the annoying beeping).
5. Brake / rear fog light - I love this one. The rear has 3 LEDs in the centre of the rear diffuser/bumper. The top 3 LEDs are red for fog lights,
   the bottom 2 for rear reverse lights. It's quite a lovely F1 vibe-giving feature.
6. Regen modes / ipedal - The regen has 5 levels - 0 being no regen. Kona and ZS EV did not have this. I love having this free-flowing no pulling you back feeling EV. 1-2-3 being 3 levels of regen. 4 - AKA - pedal. Seems to be a one-pedal (use only the accelerator) driving mode. Not a fan, but seems cool to have it. The regen becomes extremely strong and the concept of coasting does not exist. It's the car saying FULL REGEN and to hell with your neck in just 13 km. The high level 3 regen in Eco mode with A/C on and with respectful calm driving actually reduced my range by only 4 km on a 13 km journey. It's capable of doing way more than 500 km, but the full charge range on this AWD only shows about 470 km. The RWD version naturally offers more range. Also noticed the ECO mode sends power only to the rear in this AWD.
7. Boot space/frunk - Huge boot with a removable partition similar to the one in the X5. Has 2 placements and placement option 2 helps you recline the rear seats (more of that below). Having a powered tailgate is cool, but the option to completely open and close it using the key is a teary happy moment. The frunk is cool too except. The AWD version has a smaller one, but can still hold the onboard charger/adapter in a nice case and still have a bit of space left over.
8. Vehicle to load - Never once used this feature, but cool to know the car can power a fridge or a microwave or even charge another EV using its charging port with a cool adaptor that comes along with the car (easy to store with onboard charger in the front tiny frunk.)
9. Island interior plus insane storage space - will attach a picture for this, but the storage in this car is wow! Massive glove compartments, pretty big storage under the armrest, floating control centre layout with 2 cupholder slots / one charging bed and below a very deep open storage space that can house your wallet, glasses and a full-size tissue box. I have never seen a car hold a tissue box so well and neatly concealed without some adhesive use involved.
10. Blacked out roof liner - helps a lot. It's just black. Forget the heat it will absorb, it looks the best and will never look dirty.
11. Rear seats recline - Yes, this is fun and helps with the poor under-thigh support. The partition in the boot can be shifted and the seats can be reclined a serious amount, which will help tall people and just overall rear passenger comfort.
12. Childish yet amazing interior driving sounds - You have 3 sound modes to select from. This will change the interior sound, which is best kept shut, but cool to have a sound named cyber sort of blasting on as you accelerate.
13. Padded door bins - Average quality material used to cover the inside of the door bins. It's nice to have things not rattle about.
14. Interior lighting/touch lights - The reading lights are touch operated - no buttons, like the A6, and I love that feature. Interior lights are placed very well and will literally even make your water bottle glow at night.
15. Augmented reality HUD and ADAS - Unlike the Seltos which has a screen that pops in and out, Kia has gone full premium and the HUD shows you a lot more than just speed.
16. All ADAS controls (speed, distance, lane assist). Speed limit signs and other traffic signs such as 'school zone', ' speedbumps ahead', and many more. Works using GPS. Directions on maps. Blind spot monitor details, front collision warning, and 'lead car departure warning'. The last one is very cool, vibrates the steering, and shows blue arrows on the HUD while playing a sound asking you to drive as the car ahead of you has started moving.
17. Charging ports - This car has 8 charging points inside the car. One regular USB (used for android auto and car play), one wireless charging pad. 5 USB C ports. Yes, FIVE!! 3 in the front, two in the front seats (very unique placement), and finally one proper plug point under the rear seats that can charge a 16-inch laptop or even a hairdryer or a Dyson purifier even.
18. Other features that are a great touch for the overall premium feel. Comfort access for the driver seat, sequential front turn indicators and concealed-ish rear indicators. Auto high beam assists with traffic and pedestrian dimming thing going on and it works way better than the X5 but not as well as the Audi matrix (not talking about light strength here, BMW and Audi probably do that better).
19. Kia connect - Forgot about this until now. The mobile app, which connects to your car, can record/capture a live view of your car. No matter where it is parked, it will capture images from all 4 cameras plus a 360 view. It is supposed to record videos, but I have not figured out how. Sort of a Tesla sentry-mode vibe to this.
20. The massive screen - I do not care much for one huge screen for speedo and infotainment but the fact that just the infotainment screen is massive and amazing. Carplay looks amazing with such a clear big sized screen. I also love the white and black theme for the speedo and infotainment and could not decide which one to use, so it is set to black for the night and white for the day.
21. Active Aero (not really) - The front bumper has flaps that open and close (recently discovered). Not sure when, why and how the car decides to do this, but I will attach a photo/video.

TLDR: It's a great car and you should get it if you can. The white and black, in my opinion, look the best and the rest (red, matte grey and blue) are beautiful.

It's a unique and striking car. An extremely capable, practical, and fast daily driver. This car has made me drive the 330i a lot less and I did not think that would ever happen. The green EV plates look really good on this blacked-out beauty.

Here's what GTO had to say on the matter:

Congrats CarbonFume! The EV6 is one heck of an EV and a true showcase of the capability + ambition of Kia. I absolutely love it. Would any day buy it even over the BMW i4. The styling, quality & EV powertrain are beautiful.

You should absolutely buy an additional wheel & tyre, whether from Kia or an aftermarket alloy wheel with the same PCD. Impossible to travel long distances in India without one. But it will chew up your boot space. Am guessing there is no wheel well?

How about some more details on the driving experience, acceleration, handling etc.?

Congrats again and wishing you a minimum of 100,000 happy km with your EV6.

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The Kia EV6 is imported into India via the CBU route. It is priced from Rs 59.95 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Kia EV6 was launched in the Indian market in June 2022. The electric crossover has a maximum range of 528 km (WLTP cycle). However, as per ARAI, the EV offers a much longer range under Indian driving conditions.

The Kia EV6 GT Line AWD variant packs a dual-motor setup offering 321 BHP and 605 Nm. It has an ARAI-certified range of 708 km.

The EV6 uses a 77.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, which can be recharged from 10-80% in 18 minutes using a 350 kW fast charger, while a 50 kW fast charger takes 73 minutes.

The Kia EV6 is imported into India via the CBU route. It is priced from Rs 59.95 lakh (ex-showroom). Kia has delivered 200 units of the EV6 in India so far and still has a backlog of more than 150 units.

The Kia EV6 is available in two variants – GT Line and GT Line AWD with prices starting from Rs 59.95 lakh (ex-showroom).

Former cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni has reportedly purchased a Kia EV6 electric crossover. He was recently spotted in his new car along with other players Kedar Jadhav and Ruturaj Gaikwad.

MS Dhoni has an expansive automobile collection, which includes SUVs like the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk, Hummer H2, Nissan Jonga and Audi Q7. He also owns a few sports cars including a Porsche 911 and a Ferrari 599 GTO.

The EV6 is Kia’s first all-electric offering in India. It is available in two variants – GT Line and GT Line AWD with prices starting from Rs 59.95 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Kia EV6 is based on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). The single-motor RWD variant packs 226 BHP and 350 Nm, while the AWD version produces 321 BHP and 605 Nm.

The EV6 is powered by a 77.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is said to offer a maximum range of 528 km (WLTP cycle). The battery supports ultra-fast charging, which adds 100 km of range in 4.5 minutes. It can be recharged from 10% to 80% in 18 minutes using a 350 kW fast charger, while a 50 kW fast charger takes 73 minutes.

Source: @Diptiranjan_7

Kia delivered 152 units of the EV6 in the month of October.

Kia has delivered 200 EV6 electric cars in India to date, which is double the number the company had initially planned for the entire year.

The Kia EV6 was launched in June this year. 355 cars were booked prior to launch and this number is now said to have risen further. The carmaker has announced that it plans to increase the total allocation of the EV6 in 2022 and complete most of the pending deliveries before year-end. Last month, Kia delivered 152 units of the EV6.

The Kia EV6 is based on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). The car is offered in single-motor and dual-motor variants. The single-motor RWD variant packs 226 BHP and 350 Nm, while the AWD version produces 321 BHP and 605 Nm.

The EV6 is powered by a 77.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is said to offer a maximum range of 528 km (WLTP cycle). The battery supports ultra-fast charging, which adds 100 km of range in 4.5 minutes. It can be recharged from 10% to 80% in 18 minutes using a 350 kW fast charger, while a 50 kW fast charger takes 73 minutes.

The Kia EV6 is available in single-motor and dual-motor variants. It is powered by a 77.4 kWh battery offering a range of 528 km

Kia India delivered 152 units of the EV6 electric crossover in the month of October.

The Kia EV6 was launched in June this year, but deliveries only commenced last month. Initially, the carmaker had allotted 100 units for the Indian market, which has already been surpassed.

The Kia EV6 is based on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). The car is offered in single-motor and dual-motor variants. The single-motor RWD variant packs 226 BHP and 350 Nm, while the AWD version produces 321 BHP and 605 Nm.

The EV6 is powered by a 77.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is said to offer a maximum range of 528 km (WLTP cycle). The battery supports ultra-fast charging, which adds 100 km of range in 4.5 minutes. It can be recharged from 10% to 80% in 18 minutes using a 350 kW fast charger, while a 50 kW fast charger takes 73 minutes.

The Kia EV6 is offered in single motor and dual-motor variants, offering a maximum range of 528 km (WLTP cycle).

Kia India has launched the EV6 electric crossover in India. The car is priced from Rs. 59.95 – 64.95 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Kia EV6 is based on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). The electric crossover comes equipped with Adaptive LED headlamps and LED tail lamps with an LED light bar as well as sequential turn indicators. The car rides on 19-inch alloy wheels.

On the inside, the EV6 gets panoramic dual 12.3-inch curved displays, a head-up display, a Meridian sound system with 14 speakers, an electric sunroof, electric seats with 'Zero G' function and cruise control with stop & go functionality.

The EV6 comes with a permanent magnet synchronous motor and a 77.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is said to offer a maximum range of 528 km (WLTP cycle). The battery supports ultra-fast charging, which adds 100 km of range in 4.5 minutes. It can be recharged from 10% to 80% in 18 minutes using a 350 kW fast charger, while a 50 kW fast charger takes 73 minutes.

In India, the EV6 is offered in single motor and dual-motor variants. The single motor RWD variant packs 226 BHP and 350 Nm, while the AWD version produces 321 BHP and 605 Nm.