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2026 Kia EV6

The EV6 shares its 800V platform with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 but offers a more dramatic, crossover-inspired design.

Starting MSRP $44,100
Body Style Electric
Drivetrain RWD / AWD Available
Seating 5 passengers
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Overview

The EV6 shares its 800V platform with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 but offers a more dramatic, crossover-inspired design. The same ultra-fast 18-minute charging applies here, and the GT variant delivers 576 horsepower for genuine supercar acceleration. Pricing hasn't dropped as aggressively as the Ioniq 5, but Kia offers competitive incentives.

Key Highlights

  • 800V architecture — 18-minute 10-80% fast charging
  • Shares platform with Hyundai Ioniq 5
  • GT variant with 576 hp available

Powertrain Options

Engine Horsepower Torque Fuel MPG
Long Range RWD 225 hp 258 lb-ft Electric 117 MPGe
Long Range AWD 320 hp 446 lb-ft Electric 100 MPGe

Transmission: Single-speed

0-60 mph: 5.1 seconds

Specifications

Starting MSRP $44,100
Top Trim MSRP $63,000
Body Style Electric
Drivetrain RWD / AWD Available
Seating 5 passengers

Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

  • Ultra-fast charging makes long trips genuinely practical
  • GT is one of the quickest EVs under $65K
  • Distinctive crossover design stands apart from the SUV crowd

✗ Cons

  • Pricing hasn't dropped as aggressively as the Ioniq 5
  • Rear visibility is compromised by the design
  • Cargo space is modest for the exterior dimensions