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Kia EV6

If you're seeking more zip from your electric crossover, the Kia EV6 has you covered with multiple powertrain options. Single-motor models drive the rear wheels with 225 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. All-wheel-drive models add a second motor, boosting output to 320 horsepower and 446 pound-feet of torque. And if that still leaves you wanting more, you can turn up the heat with the new Kia EV6 GT. With a prodigious 576 horsepower and 545 pound-feet of torque, the EV6 GT sprints to 60 mph in a supercar-esque 3.2 seconds, reaching the quarter mile in just 11.6 seconds.

Kia EV6

The Kia EV6's 77.4-kWh battery provides an impressive 310 miles of EPA-estimated range with RWD. The more powerful AWD powertrain achieves an estimated 282 miles for the base model (Wind) or 252 miles for the higher-equipped GT-Line.) The EV6 GT's blacktop-burning performance comes at the expense of range, which is rated by the EPA at 206 miles.

The EV6's 11-kW onboard charger helps it achieve similar Level 2 charging times to the Niro EV (approximately seven hours), despite having a larger battery capacity. For extended journeys, the EV6 is among the few electric vehicles to leverage 800-volt/350-kW ultra-fast charging infrastructure, making long-distance road trips more practical. At a compatible charging station, the EV6 can add ~70 miles of range in about five minutes and ~217 miles in under 18 minutes.

Another advantage that the EV6 has over the Niro EV is its V2L (vehicle-to-load) port, which allows it to supply electricity to external items, including other electric vehicles.

Positioned at the border of the subcompact and compact segments, the Kia Niro EV offers impressive interior space for its size. Its traditional boxy SUV styling doesn't just give it a bold aesthetic; it also contributes to roomy passenger accommodations and a sizable max cargo volume.

Kia EV6

• L x W x H (inches): 184.8 x 74.4 x 60.8
• Headroom (inches): 36.8 front / 38 rear
• Legroom (inches): 42.4 front / 39 rear
• Hip room (inches): 54.9 front / 53.2 rear
• Shoulder room (inches): 57.8 front / 55.6 rear
• Cargo Space (cubic feet): 24.4 - 50.2

The Kia EV6's larger exterior dimensions contribute to its larger passenger volume. The EV6 has roomier rear seats and more hip room and shoulder room all around compared to the Niro EV. However, while its sleek coupe-like profile gives it a sportier look, it results in slightly less front headroom and reduced max cargo space. That said, the EV6 provides a bit more carrying capacity when all seats are upright.

All models also get a full roster of next-gen Kia Drive Wise assistive technologies, including:

• Forward Collision Avoidance-Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, & Junction Turning Detection<
• Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist-Parallel Exit
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keeping and Lane Following Assist
• Driver Attention Warning w/ Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
• Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go - Curve
• Highway Driving Assist
• Park Distance Warning-Rear

Kia EV6

While the Niro EV offers an impressively equipped base trim, the EV6 is Kia's current flagship electric model-and it has the amenities to show for it. In addition to the Niro EV's standard features, the Kia EV6 adds upgrades like:

• 19-inch alloy wheels
• Hands-free liftgate
• Driver-position memory
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Heated rear seats and heated steering wheel (with AWD)
• Dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays (instrument panel and infotainment/navigation touchscreen)
• 14-speaker Meridian premium audio system
• Rear USB charge ports
• Vehicle-to-load (V2L) port for supplying electricity to external items