2025 Kia EV6 [UK]

Kia UK has announced pricing and specifications for the new Kia EV6 with orders opening from September 2nd, 2024.

Like the EV3 and EV9, the new EV6 is offered with three grades for buyers in the UK: 'Air', 'GT-Line' and 'GT-Line S', each generously equipped as standard.

The new EV6 features a larger battery pack over its predecessor, now with a capacity of 84.0kWh. In its entry level 'Air' trim, the battery pack powers a single motor, producing 225bhp and 350Nm torque via the rear wheels. The EV6 'Air' is capable of an impressive range of up to 361 miles on a single charge.

EV6 'GT-Line' and 'GT-Line S' models can be ordered with the same rear-wheel drive (RWD) setup as the 'Air', or with a dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) set up. The EV6 'GT-Line' RWD is capable of up to 361 miles on a single charge, while the 'GT-Line S' RWD can travel up to 347 miles on a single charge.

With the AWD drivetrain in 'GT-Line' and 'GT-Line S' form, the EV6's total power output climbs to an impressive 320bhp and torque increases to 605Nm. Even with the significant increase in power, torque and acceleration over the RWD variants, the AWD EV6 'GT-Line' and 'GT-Line S' variants can travel up to 339 and 324 miles on a single charge, respectively. Additionally, 'GT-Line S' models are also available with an optional heat pump, enhancing efficiency in the coldest conditions.

The new EV6 also features an improved battery charging curve over its predecessor, with cutting-edge 800V technology and a peak charging performance of 258kW (+8% compared to previous EV6 - 239kW). The new 84.0kWh battery can be recharged from 10-80% in 18 minutes and customers can gain up to 343km in just 15 minutes.

UK customer deliveries will start in Q3 2024, with customers able to choose from 'Air', 'GT-Line' and 'GT-Line S' variants from launch. Fleet customers will benefit from the 2% BIK (benefit-in-kind) rate for EVs in 2024/25, rising to 3% for the 2025/26 tax years. The new EV6 GT will follow in early 2025.

Kia EV6 'Air' from £45,575

The starting point for the EV6 line-up is the 'Air' grade, a now familiar entry grade also seen on the EV3 and EV9. The EV6 'Air' is available exclusively in RWD formation, priced from £45,575 on-the-road.

As with all Kia models, the generous list of standard equipment means the only option for customers to choose is the paint. The EV6 'Air' features a Runway Red colourway as standard, with three optional premium colours to choose from: Midnight Black, Interstellar Grey, and a new Glacier White. These are available for an additional £675, including VAT.

Kia EV6 'GT-Line' from £48,575

The Kia EV6 'GT-Line' introduces a more aggressive, sporty design and appearance, and with it the option of the more powerful AWD drivetrain. The EV6 'GT-Line' RWD is priced from £48,575, while the AWD variant is priced from £52,075 on-the-road.

Similar to the 'Air' variant, the EV6 'GT-Line' is finished in Runway Red as standard. For £675 extra, 'GT-Line' models are available in three optional premium colours: Midnight Black, White Pearl and Wolf Grey, another all-new paint finish.

Kia EV6 'GT-Line S' from £53,675

The 'GT-Line S' crowns the regular EV6 line-up, again available in rear- or all-wheel drive. The RWD 'GT-Line S' is available from £53,675, and the AWD variant from £57,175.

The 'GT-Line S' EV6 variants are offered with the same choice of standard and premium exterior paint finishes as the 'GT-Line'. 'GT-Line S' variants are also available with a heat pump for an additional £950, including VAT.

The Kia EV6 was unveiled to the world at the start of 2021 heralding in a new age and furthering Kia's new brand identity. The model was met with widespread acclaim, being named 2022 Car of the Year at the prestigious Car of the Year Awards, and winning a vast number of accolades from highly respected awards bodies and publications throughout the UK and worldwide.

The new Kia EV6 is the latest battery electric vehicle to arrive as part of Kia's 'Plan S' strategy, which will see the brand launch 15 EVs by 2027, nine of which are destined for the UK - a plan which was introduced by the previous EV6 when it was launched in 2021.