Kia Ev6 problems
The Kia EV6 (Korean: 기아 이브이식스) is a battery electric compact crossover SUV produced by Kia. Introduced in March 2021, it is the first Kia dedicated electric vehicle, and the first model developed on the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) similar to the Hyundai Ioniq 5. It is also the first model to be named under the new nomenclature designated for a line of Kia electric cars, which will range from EV1 to EV9. The EV6 is the 2022 European Car of the Year.
Overview
The EV6 was released on 2 August 2021 after a set of pictures were revealed on 15 March 2021. Developed under the codename CV, it is the first Kia model based on the E-GMP electric car platform.
The GT model is claimed to have a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) time in 3.5 seconds, with dual electric motors producing 430kW of power (576hp) and 740Nm of torque combined, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, a rear electronic limited-slip differential, electronically controlled suspension, and minor exterior and interior changes.
It features a panoramic curved display panel inside, which opens up more space while a controller for transition between infotainment and HVAC below the navigation screen and touch buttons for using heated seat as well as steering wheel further enhance driver usability. The EV6's boot space is 520 L (18.4 cu ft) (VDA standard) and it can be increased up to 1,300 L (45.9 cu ft) when the rear seats are folded. The crossover is claimed to be furnished with eco-friendly materials across the interior, fabric or artificial suede/leatherette seats, and ambient lighting. It's also availbale with an augmented reality head-up display, 360° camera option, remote controlled parking, along with safety technologies including Lane Follow Assist, Highway Driving Assist 2 (semi-autonomous adaptive cruise control) including auto lane changing, AEB collision avoidance, remote smart parking assist and Safe Exit Assist.
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Common Kia Ev6 problems
The Kia EV6, a popular electric vehicle (EV), has faced several common problems based on complaints from its owners. These issues include recalls, battery efficiency, charging system problems, and build quality concerns, particularly in the 2022 model year.
One major issue with the 2022 Kia EV6 is the recall due to severe battery efficiency and charging system problems, which has led to numerous customer complaints. Kia has been proactive in addressing these concerns, but the 2022 model year still stands as the worst for the EV6 according to MotorBiscuit.
Another common problem with the Kia EV6 is uneven panel gaps and premature wear on upholstery, which have been reported by owners. Kia has been addressing these concerns through recalls and updates, but potential buyers are still advised to approach the 2022 model with caution.
The Kia EV6's reliability largely depends on the year of manufacture. While the 2022 model faced recalls and problems, the company's proactive measures in addressing these issues reflect its commitment to reliability. The upcoming 2023 model aims to build on this commitment by addressing the earlier version's shortcomings, incorporating improved quality controls, technological advancements, and stringent testing protocols to enhance overall reliability.
One owner of a 2023 Kia EV6 reported dissatisfaction with the lack of over-the-air (OTA) updates compared to Tesla models. The owner also expressed concerns about the charging infrastructure and the compact space of the EV6, which may cause some potential buyers to look for better alternatives.
In terms of build quality, the Kia EV6 has received praise for its phenomenal build quality, especially considering it is a Kia. However, some owners have criticized the Meridian music system for being pathetic and not living up to the hype. The system lacks bass and has high vocals, making it inferior compared to other luxury vehicles in the same price range.
In conclusion, the Kia EV6 has faced several common problems, particularly in the 2022 model year, including recalls, battery efficiency, charging system problems, and build quality concerns. However, Kia has been proactive in addressing these issues, and the upcoming 2023 model aims to build on this commitment to reliability. Potential buyers are advised to consider these issues and the vehicle's reliability score when making their decision.
What is the problem with the Kia EV6?
Warnings the problem is developing can include audible chimes, a Check Electric Vehicle System warning light, a Master warning light, a Charging system warning light, Stop vehicle and check power supply warning light, a power down (turtle) warning light and, eventually, loss of drive power.
Are EV6 reliable?
We expect the 2024 EV6 will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2022 and 2023 models.
How long does the EV6 last?
With a MotorTrendRoad-Trip Range of 260 miles and the ability to replenish its battery with 164 miles of range in just 15 minutes, the EV6 makes traveling with an EV easy.
What is the software problem with the Kia EV?
Kia will recall 56,016 EVs. Errors have been found in software of the integrated charging control units used in 170,000 Hyundai and Kia EVs, which could make it difficult to power a low-voltage battery and lead to the possibility that the vehicles could stop while driving, the ministry said.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Kia Ev6 years
We have researched Kia problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Kia Ev6 cars and compiled the top 2 most problematic Kia Ev6 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Kia Ev6 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Kia Ev6 years
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Kia Ev6 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Kia Ev6 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Power train problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Kia Ev6 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Ev6 model years
A total of 5 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Ev6 model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 165 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Kia Ev6 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Kia Ev6 vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Kia Ev6 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-16
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-16
- VIN: KNDC44LA1N5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: EV6 12v Battery isn't being maintained by the system and has failed and needed replacement. ICCU has been inspected under the recall but not replaced. The 12v battery is out of 36k mile warranty and has to be replaced out of pocket, when early failure is likely due to keeping the battery in an undercharged state.
Kia Ev6 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-15
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-10
- VIN: KNDC4DLC1N5
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I recently experienced a serious safety issue with my less than 3-year-old Kia EV6. The 12-volt battery unexpectedly failed, rendering the vehicle inoperable, including the doors. This occurred twice: once while the battery was still under warranty, and again after the warranty expired. The second failure left my wife and daughter stranded in a dark parking lot at night. Despite numerous online reports of similar incidents, Kia refused to replace the battery under warranty, citing the mileage. This is a significant safety concern, as a failed battery can leave drivers stranded in dangerous situations. I contacted Kia corporate to request compensation for the replacement battery, but they declined. I believe Kia should take responsibility for this widespread issue and replace these defective batteries at no cost to consumers.
Kia Ev6 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-22
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-07
- VIN: KNDC34LA5P5
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: Car vibrated to degree it was hard to control. Initial tire balancing did not fix the issue. The tire was removed from the rim and a separated balled-up foam tire liner was found and removed. My concern is if this happens again in one of the other tires and causes an accident.
Kia Ev6 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-13
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-13
- VIN: KNDC44LA4P5
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Vehicle does not charge at the full 11 kW it's rated for on a level 2 EVSE. It gets charge interrupted. I've had the SC311 installed which causes the car to lower the charging rate automatically instead of just dropping charge. But I still can't get the full charge rate. This occurs on my home level 2 EVSE, on each of the 12 level 2 EVSE ports I use at work, and out in town. The charging port gets extremely hot when charging and is not designed to pass the full 50 amps it's rated for. It struggles at anything over 25 amps. The extreme temperatures of the charging port can cause a fire or burns to people. The car needs to be recalled and the J1772 charging port and sensors needs to be replaced. This complaint is very common in the various EV6 owner's forums.
Kia Ev6 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-19
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-12
- VIN: KNDC3DLC0N5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Kia EV6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V200000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that a battery message was displayed. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, but the diagnostic result was unavailable. The vehicle was repaired on three separate occasions: however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that approximately 15 hours were needed to fully charge the battery. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Kia Ev6 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-05
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-07
- VIN: KNDC4DLC3P5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I was pulling into a mall parking lot. The vehicle started beeping and popped up a message on the dash saying "stop vehicle and check power supply". The vehicle slowed to maximum 25 miles per hour. The battery died completely the vehicle has no power at all and cannot be driven or even moved off the roadway - there is no way to even get it into neutral now. The dealership wont look at the vehicle for 2-3 weeks even though it is only 1 year old. I did pull off the road before all this happened but it was so sudden and happened so quickly that I was very aware of how dangerous this could have been had I not heeded that warning immediately.
Kia Ev6 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-04
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-04
- VIN: KNDC3DLC6N5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The ev6 12 volt battery is not being charged by the main battery. It was recalled for overheating and not charging. I took it in and it was supposedly fixed. Took about three weeks. It happened again and I didn’t have my car for three weeks. I am now on my third time where the small battery is not charging and we were almost stranded.
Kia Ev6 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-08
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-04
- VIN: KNDC3DLC0N5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Kia EV6. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, a message was displayed "Stop the car, check electrical system" and the vehicle experienced a loss in motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced at a local dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V200000 (Electrical System); however, after one day, a message was displayed "Stop the car, check the electric system". The vehicle was towed back to the same local dealer for repair; however, the contact was advised that the recall repair might have damaged the vehicle and the contact would have to seek further repairs at another local dealer. The vehicle was not repaired due to the costs of the repairs and towing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Kia Ev6 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-24
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-25
- VIN: KNDC44LA6N5
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: On multiple occasions, while driving on the freeway, the vehicle experienced a clunking noise and complete loss of propulsion. Safety was put at risk as the vehicle had to navigate off to the shoulder of the freeway at a speed significantly slower (due to no acceleration available) than traffic with reduced braking capability. Once on the shoulder the vehicle needs to be turned off then on again then it functions as normal. Due to the intermittency of the issue, the dealer was not able to reproduce the problem, therefore they will not fix it. When the issue occurs, there are no warning messages on the display. The dealer has stated there are no error codes stored in the computer. This issue seemed to go away after an ICCU fix was applied, but came back after the ICCU recall was recently applied. This incident has occurred on the following dates: On freewayFeb 2023 On FreewayJune 2023 On FreewayJuly 7 2023 On FreewayJuly 20 2023 On FreewayJune 26,2024 On FreewayAugust 20,2024 3:13 PM On FreewayAugust 24, 2024
Kia Ev6 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-19
- VIN: KNDC4DLC2N5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The sunroof glass exploded on a hot day while my wife and I were in the car traveling 55 mph with the air-conditioning on. The remaining glass edges were flared up and outward. The sunroof glass was fully closed and the cloth sun shade covered the glass. It was either improperly installed or the materials could not withstand the heat. Nothing impacted the glass. The glass could have cut & injured us badly or blinded us, causing an accident with another vehicle or property. I felt this was a manufacturer's defect, but Kia denied us a warranty repair. I have pictures of the large hole in the middle of the glass. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was available for inspection. My insurance was notified. There was no warning or symptoms of this problem.
Kia Ev6 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-03
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-18
- VIN: KNDC3DLC3P5
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: My Kia EV6, AWD Wind has the exact problem described in this Ionic 5 video, [XXX] , which addresses your TSB 24-EV-003H. It appears my EV6 uses the same electric oil pump (EOP) as the Ionic 5, so I am not sure why the EV6 was not included in your TSB? The first 14 months I owned my car, I loved it, then in June after I started driving for 45 to 60 mins, the car ride started becoming rough or unsmooth. After researching it on the Internet and purchasing some diagnostic tools, I figured out, that when I start driving the car there is a demand signal for the EOP but the pump has no rpm, no torque and no DC current. Depending on driving conditions, it appears the rear motor stops propelling the car when it reaches 190 to 205 degrees and the front motor kicks in to do all the propulsion. Under the front motor propulsion, the car has a definite “lag” in responsiveness which I consider extremely unsafe as I expect to get an instantaneous response when I step on the accelerator not a lethargic response with no “zip”. It is similar to the difference between a turbojet engine and a turbofan engine. It has been to my Kia dealership’s service dept where they told me they duplicated the the switch from the rear to the front motor but after talking to Kia this condition was “normal” as the computer calculated this was the most efficient operation of the car I said that was BS and asked them if they checked the oil pump and was told yes. Bottom line, it’s the same EOP as the Ionic 5 and the EV6 has the same problems with it except there is no displayed fault code so Kia fails to acknowledge the problem. Also, based on what I see when the motors switch, the on board screen display shows the front motor with 5-7 bars of whatever the measurement is and the rear motor has only 1 or 0 bars but the OBD data shows both motors with the same rpm? Three EV6 problems: EOP inoperative, no fault code, data disconnect (OBD vs displayed data). INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Kia Ev6 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-03
- VIN: KNDC34LB8N5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Originally this 2022 Kia EV6 on the dashboard was showing 225-230 miles at 100% charge. Then the dashboard charge at 100% showed only 180 miles. I got the Recall Notice about this matter, took it in to the Kia dealer. They did a software download and then the dashboard charge at 100% showed 195 miles. I took it back and Kia did another software download, then the dashboard charge at 100% showed 205 miles. Kia declared my EV6 was fixed. I have driven it only 10,000 miles !!!! The software download did NOT fix the problem because it is still not showing the pre-software problem charge at 225 miles. This is a 10% loss of range
Kia Ev6 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-23
- VIN: KNDC4DLC0P5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Kia EV6. The contact stated that the controls for the heating and cooling system on the steering wheel were too close and were a distraction. The contact stated that sunlight made it difficult to check the controls. While checking the features, the contact veered off the road. The contact stated that his hands lightly touched the controls, and he was unable to determine if the features were activated for the heated seats or the steering wheel. The contact stated that the controls needed to be less sensitive. The seats and steering wheel became hot. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000.
Kia Ev6 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-03
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-03
- VIN: KNDC5DLE9P5
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The brake lights illuminate too early and often under [even very] gentle deceleration. My '23 EV6 GT is driven primarily in Level 1 (minimal) regenerative braking mode and the threshold for brake light activation clearly is far too low. The appearance of "riding the brakes" is dangerous because those who follow are not alerted when the driver transitions from [essentially] coasting to actually hitting the brakes. Also, at least in my mid-Atlantic suburban area, even the appearance of "brake checking" other drivers incites road rage, which I experience most days, especially when using cruise control, unless driving with regenerative braking disabled (Level 0). SC273 was necessary and prudent because the brake lights failed to illuminate under significant deceleration, confusing those who follow. SA541 was necessary and prudent because the brake lights illuminated inconsistently on uneven road surfaces, confusing those who follow. Another VCU software logic upgrade is necessary and prudent because the brake lights fail to distinguish between [essentially] coasting vs. significant deceleration, confusing those who follow, and potentially (demonstrably!) inciting road rage. Other owners agree: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Kia Ev6 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-25
- Date Complaint: 2024-06-25
- VIN: KNDC3DLCXN5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Closest Kia dealership Jim Marah Kia refuses to do recall on my vehicles. KIA corp refuses to tow vehicle to next nearest KIA dealership which is Findlay KIA. Claims warranty says “ nearest “, which is Jim Marsh who refuses to do maintenance .
Recalls Kia Ev6
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the Kia Ev6.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Kia Ev6 2022
- Report Received Date: 2024-03-14
- Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC302.
- Model: Kia Ev6 2023
- Report Received Date: 2024-03-14
- Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC302.
- Model: Kia Ev6 2023
- Report Received Date: 2024-01-31
- Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC295.
- Model: Kia Ev6 2022
- Report Received Date: 2022-05-11
- Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
- Components: PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Summary: Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 EV6 vehicles. A software error in the Shifter Control Unit (SCU) may disengage the parking mechanism, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
- Consequence: Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: Drivers are recommended to park their vehicles on level ground and avoid parking on a slope/inclined surface whenever possible until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the Shifter Control Unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC236.
Latest negative Kia Ev6 car reviews
Latest positive Kia Ev6 car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2022
Very powerful and smooth! I also used the power outlet to power my fridge and lights when our power went out. How cool is that?
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Vehicle year: 2023
Please fold your tray tables and place your seats in their fully upright position as we prepare for takeoff! I am thrilled to share my experience with the GT. It is an absolute blast to drive, with snap-your-head-back acceleration even in normal mode. The ride is smooth and never jars me, and I find it much more enjoyable than my wife's GT-Line RWD. The seats are comfortable, and the safety features are plentiful and function well for the most part. For the average person, it has more than enough cargo space. While it may not be appropriate for a large family, I consider this car to be first and foremost a sports car and an SUV second. I took it on a road trip and had no issues with its range, and charging stations were easy to find and recharged the battery very quickly. The only downside is that there are some features available in the GT-Line that aren't in the GT, such as 8-way adjustable front seats, ventilated front seats, memory seats and side mirrors, and tilt-down reverse side mirrors. I feel that these items belong in a high-end vehicle, and I was disappointed to find that the GT doesn't have them. Overall, I have nothing bad to say about this car. It really is the most fun-to-drive car I have ever owned!
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Vehicle year: 2022
I recently had the opportunity to drive an EV6, which was my first experience driving an electric vehicle outside of a Tesla. While the car had some features that are more commonly found in traditional combustion engine vehicles, such as numerous buttons and switches, overall it was a unique and interesting experience. I was surprised to find that the frunk was not present, and instead the front of the car resembled a typical combustion engine bay. The driving experience with the single motor was not particularly exciting, but the dual motor provided a more enjoyable ride. Although it did not have the same level of power as a Tesla, I found the EV6's stylish design to be quite cool.
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Vehicle year: 2022
Hey there! I'm really enjoying my new car. It's only been a couple of days, but I wanted to take a moment to share my thoughts with you. Edmunds has been asking for my review, so I thought I'd drop by and say that I'm really happy with my purchase so far!
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Vehicle year: 2023
I was a bit apprehensive about my first EV driving experience, but I got the GT-line model and it turned out to be an amazing ride. The car is packed with cool and usable tech, making it a fun and enjoyable drive. Even in normal driving mode, it can pin you to your seat if you step on the gas, and in sport mode, it's a whole different story. I've even surprised a few teens at traffic lights who thought they could beat me off the line in their souped-up hatchbacks. LOL! The ride is smooth and comfortable, with a roomy cabin for both passengers and cargo. As a musician, I have a lot of gear, but all of it fits in the back with the back seats folded down, with room to spare. My dog also loves to ride in the back, although she's almost too tall unless she's up against the back seats in the cargo area. The car fast charges way faster than my friend's Tesla and gets pretty good range as well. We got a home charger installed, which makes it super convenient and easy to always remain charged and ready to go. I love the Yacht Blue color - it's gorgeous! A delivery driver even told me that it was the most beautiful Kia he's ever seen. I can't say how it does in snow because it's still summer time, but I suspect with AWD and snow mode it will do fairly well. All in all, I'm really pleased that I found this car - it hadn't even been on my radar until I went to a Kia dealership to look at a Telluride and walked by an EV6 on the lot. Once I saw it, I had to know more. I'm really surprised I don't see more of these on the road - to me, they look far more sporty than Teslas, and they have the same, if not better, tech and charging capabilities. But then again, I kind of like being the unique one in town. People definitely turn and look when this car goes by!
Are you having problems with your Kia Ev6?
Edgar Stark 2024-09-10
Vehicle year: 2023
I purchased my 2022 EV-6 GT-Line AWD in May of 2022. It was a fantastic experience driving it, with its sporty design and advanced technology. However, I would like to share some important information with you. The AWD model has a maximum range of 274 miles, which can vary depending on the weather and your driving habits. It's important to keep the battery between 20-80% charge most of the time, and only charge it up to 100% right before going on a long drive. For daily driving, you can charge it to 80% which gives you 212 miles range and recharge at 20% which is 53 miles range, leaving you with a usable range of 159 miles. In extremely cold conditions, electric cars can lose up to 40% range. Additionally, the EV tax credit is non-refundable, which means it will only come off what you owe the IRS up to $7,500. To benefit from the EV tax credit, make sure you adjust your payroll deductions so that you will owe the IRS when it comes time to do your taxes. I hope this information helps you make an informed decision about purchasing an EV.
Rodolfo Fay 2024-09-05
Vehicle year: 2023
The car is a decent vehicle, but unfortunately, the service in the DMV area is not up to par. It seems that very few technicians are familiar with the car, and even dealerships that have technicians won't be able to service it for weeks. I had a critical battery management system failure after only 3900 miles, and I was unable to contact corporate. Local dealerships were not helpful either, and they even tried to find a way out of honoring the warranty. If you're looking for a reliable vehicle with good service, I would recommend a Tesla or another brand. They will at least provide you with the service you need.
Norris Turcotte 2024-07-06
Vehicle year: 2022
I purchased my 2022 EV-6 GT-Line AWD in May of 2022. It was a fantastic experience driving it, with its sporty design and advanced technology. However, I would like to share some important information with you. The AWD model has a maximum range of 274 miles, which can vary depending on the weather and your driving habits. It is recommended to keep the battery between 20-80% charge most of the time, and only charge it up to 100% right before going on a long drive. For daily driving, you can charge it to 80% which gives you 212 miles range and you recharge at 20% which is 53 miles range, leaving you with a useable range of 159 miles. In extremely cold conditions, electric cars can lose up to 40% range. Additionally, it's important to note that the $7,500 tax credit for driving an EV is non-refundable and will only come off what you owe the IRS up to $7,500. To benefit from the EV tax credit, make sure you adjust your payroll deductions so that you will owe the IRS when it comes time to do your taxes. I hope this information helps you make an informed decision about purchasing an EV.
Hazle Sporer 2024-04-29
Vehicle year: 2023
I recently traded in my Audi Etron for the EV6 and I must say, I'm quite happy with my purchase. The car feels much lighter and more like a normal car, but with much faster acceleration. The finish is pretty good, although not as good as the Audi's, it's still acceptable. However, I did encounter an issue with Kia Connect not working due to some kind of dispute with the right to repair law in Massachusetts. This functionality is standard for any EV these days and I found it indispensable for my other two cars. It can also be used to track the car in the event it is stolen or make sure your kids have enough charge to get home. Unfortunately, none of this works in Massachusetts. Despite this setback, I still believe the EV6 is a great car and I'm happy with my purchase. If you're considering purchasing a Kia, just be aware of this issue in Massachusetts. Overall, I would highly recommend the EV6 to anyone in the market for an EV.
Eino Hermann 2024-03-18
Vehicle year: 2022
I've put 8000 miles on my Ev6 GT. As someone who buys 2-3 cars a year, I was initially impressed with the Ev6. However, after 6 weeks in the shop, I'm getting ready to sell it once I get it back. Unfortunately, the sound system in these cars is very weak to begin with and has been the source of my problems. When the sound system went out, I insisted that the dealer install a new amp, but they refused and only replaced a speaker that was out and had smoke coming from it. It took them 5 weeks to get the speaker and now they've figured out that it's the amp, so the wait continues. Meanwhile, they've given me a bare bones Sportage loaner car. As someone who holds manufacturers to high standards, I'm disappointed that the Ev6 does not pass at this point. Until Kia figures out the sound system issues, I wouldn't recommend buying it. When the amp goes, it takes down other systems in the car, which is a shame considering how much money they spent on the platform. While the Ev6 is a nice car, it spends a lot of time in the shop, which makes me wonder how many amps it's going to go through. I wouldn't be surprised if a Meridian class action lawsuit is coming.