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The Kia EV6 wasn't the automaker's first electric vehicle when it debuted in 2022, but it put the world on notice that the South Korean car company could build a world-class EV. A small crossover SUV, the 2024 Kia EV6 has distinctive styling and impressive range and charging capabilities to back it up. Edmunds has found in its independent testing that the EV6 can go more than 300 miles on a single charge and then speedily charge back up to quickly get you back on the road.
We like that Kia offers a few versions of the EV6 to appeal to a wide variety of EV shoppers. The EV6 Light is the base version. It's attractively priced and comes with a pleasing amount of features. For 2024, you can also get it with the EV6's optional battery pack that provides significantly more range. In the middle of the lineup are the Wind and GT-Line trims that add even more features. So far, it's all pretty sensible. But if you want something a little bonkers, there's the 576-horsepower EV6 GT that zips from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds.
The Kia EV6 is one of the more compelling electric vehicles you can buy. It faces increasing competition, however. The Chevrolet Blazer EV and Honda Prologue electric SUVs are new for 2024, and they expand a list of rivals that already includes the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Nissan Ariya and Tesla Model Y. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below to learn more about how the EV6 stacks up.
Go for the Wind trim level. It provides an appealing mix of performance, range and upscale features while keeping the price relatively in check.
The 2024 Kia EV6 is a small electric crossover SUV that's available in Light, Light Long Range, Wind, GT-Line and GT trim levels. Kia offers different combinations of battery packs and electric motors that result in different power outputs and range. Keep reading below for more details of the EV6's specifications and the features offered with each trim level.
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Light Long Range, Wind and GT-Line
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Standard features include:
Every EV6 also includes these advanced driver assistance systems:
Wind
The Wind trim includes everything from the Light and adds:
A Technology package is optional for the Wind, and it adds:
GT-Line
The GT-Line adds a sporty look and more equipment to the Kia EV6. It builds on the Wind with:
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The EV6 GT is the high-performance version and includes GT-Line features plus:
NOTE: This video is about the 2023 Kia EV6, but since the 2024 Kia EV6 is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $42,600 |
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EV Tax Credits & Rebates | Not available |
Engine Type | Electric |
EPA Electric Range | 232 miles |
Cost to Drive | $55/month |
Total Charging Time (240V) | 6.3 hours |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 24.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
EV Battery Warranty | 10 years / 100,000 miles |
The Kia EV6 and Ford Mustang Mach-E are similar in size and feature sporty design combined with plenty of practicality. Both models offer variants with more than 300 miles of driving range, and each comes in a performance-tuned trim called GT. However, the Kia EV6 GT is quicker and more affordable than the Mustang Mach-E GT. Learn what it's like to live with a Mustang Mach-E by reading Edmunds' long-term road test.
The Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 share their underlying platform and EV powertrain, but they don't look or drive the same way. In addition, Hyundai offers a lower-priced version of the Ioniq 5, which Kia hasn't matched since 2022. That affordability, coupled with the Ioniq 5's roomy-feeling interior, more comfortable ride quality and dramatic design, helped it earn a spot as Edmunds Top Rated Electric SUV last year.
Tesla prices are volatile, and at our review's publication the Model Y's base prices are lower than the Kia EV6's. The Model Y also is available for a full federal income tax credit, which makes it even more of a bargain. Add the Model Y's roomier interior, larger cargo hold, greater driving range, and performance that can match the EV6 GT, and the aging Tesla remains a compelling EV. Be sure to read Edmunds' long-term road test of the Tesla Model Y for more details.
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating | Rating |
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Overall | 5 / 5 |
Driver | 5 / 5 |
Passenger | 4 / 5 |
Side Crash Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Side Barrier Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Driver | 5 / 5 |
Passenger | 5 / 5 |
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings | Rating |
Front Seat | 5 / 5 |
Back Seat | 5 / 5 |
Rollover | Rating |
Rollover | 5 / 5 |
Dynamic Test Result | No Tip |
Risk Of Rollover | 8.2% |
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test | Good |
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Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test | Good |
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original | Good |
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated | Not Tested |
Side Impact Test – Original | Good |
Side Impact Test – Updated | Not Tested |
Roof Strength Test | Good |
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint | Good |
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 Kia EV6:
The least-expensive 2024 Kia EV6 is the 2024 Kia EV6 Light 4dr SUV (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $42,600.
Other versions include:
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