The 2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line Is A Sporty Electric Stinger-Like Crossover
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- Опубликовано: 10 фев 2025
- The #KiaEV6 is part of an ambitious electric vehicle strategy from Kia to introduce 11 new EV's to market by 2026. The #EV6GTLine is the sportiest variant of the #EV6 until the #EV6GT comes out at the end of this year. This all-electric CUV offers either rear or AWD, up to 320 HP, and 310 miles of range. The #GTLine will even sprint to 60 in 4.5 seconds, which is the exact same time as the #KiaStingerGT. It goes on sale next month at a starting price of $40,900 before the $7,500 federal tax credit.
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I have been looking forward to this one for a while. I’m highly considering the GT-Line for my next lease
I love the styling. This car reminds me of the Hot Wheels cars I had as a child.
@Elom Saroy +++++++h+
I was wondering where I recognized it from, it really does look like a hot wheel 🙏🤣
It's beautiful! I thought the same thing.
Just needs some redline tires 🛞
KIA has been knocking it out of the park with their new line of cars, both ICE, Hybrid / Plug-in Hybrid and Full EV in both styling, design language, tech, performance, EV Range and Pricing
Kia and Hyundai are killing it man
I love this white BMW X6 ruclips.net/video/kLpJbzHMWls/видео.html
Unfortunately most of their cars are not available at the dealership.
Man, the EV6 looks so good! Definitely feeling some FOMO having pulled the trigger on a different EV. Great to see more competition out there and I'm looking forward to catching a glimpse of them on the road.
Im waiting for the vinfast 7 and other ev’s that are bout to make their debut late this year. Exciting!
Fomo on a EV 😂 now that's a first
What did you spring for?
I recently went for a Model 3 cuz I do love Tesla’s and the ioniq just didn’t do it at all for me. Don’t know if I fully regret it since the Kia is significantly more money with less range and as someone that’s owned kias before Ik the depreciation on them is an issue, but man is it beautiful and it would’ve been the only EV I’d consider over the Tesla.
@@Clove_Parma Mustang Mach-E
As a Chevy salesman and Bolt EV driver, I'm really liking what KIA is doing.
Looking at the Chevy EV's coming down the line, I think Chevy will be fine, as long as the dealerships don't do what Kia dealerships are doing, $10-$15k over MSRP is a joke.
Kia is killing it. Banger after banger. I really like their EV platform.
i remember a couple of years back getting my kia optima and people were out of there minds of how good it looked
Sofyan blessing us with a great late night upload. Thanks and keep up the great work!
I love this white BMW X6 ruclips.net/video/kLpJbzHMWls/видео.html
This EV6 has already won multiple COTY awards in Europe! It should do very well in the US as well. I certainly prefer this to the Ioniq 5, though that's really cool too.
Is Ioniq 5 the same size? Do you know
@@verynick Almost the same. They're platform mates.
Yet compared to the BMW the interior is a plastic joke. I am not even into EV's but it's clear BMW is streets ahead in design quality. The awards are obviously rigged to pick Korean crap over German to begin with.
@@DEVILTAZ35 lol. Believe whatever you like. But after all, Kia is not a luxury car brand as BMW claims to be. Probably shouldn't expect them to be the same.
You've got the best reviews for cars on RUclips for sure! Been watching for years. 💯👍🇺🇲
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lol are you high? He is an industry guy that gets paid to review the cars for the different brands.
@@DEVILTAZ35 his descriptive analysis of the cars and EVs he reviews are what I'm referring to. Don't read too far into comments on RUclips, I get it. Thanks for the review.
@@DEVILTAZ35 he high
@@2004cyrus I'm high reading this now and realize people are quick to put down others, man.
Love how it looks more like a station wagon than an SUV
I love this white BMW X6 ruclips.net/video/kLpJbzHMWls/видео.html
I think I found the sound of the car very amazing despite it being electric. It just sounds futuristic to be fair when your stepping on the accel.
Without the sound of a sports exhaust you will be bored of it in a day.
@@DEVILTAZ35 not when they are winning ;)
This seems like an EV that I’d actually consider buying. IMO they killed it with the rear end design (in a good way). Front is a little meh.
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How funny, I thought the front is a bit better than the back - that middle hump/line in the hatch breaks the flow for me
Strange, I think the front looks great with samurai headlights, the rear on the other hand looks a bit fruity with that sharp edge along the taillights
Man, This Brand - New Kia EV6 Is Definitely Amazing. Also I'm Totally Love The Design On This Vehicle. But Also Kia Is Not Playing Around With This Vehicle & Tesla Needs To Watch Out, Here's Comes Kia. But Great Review Sofyan.
I always have thoughts like this. Take EV6's interior and Ioniq 5's exterior and mix into a vehicle... That would be fantastic.
100%. Don’t care for the white plastic in the ioniq.
The only cars with a decent interior from Korea is Genesis . The rest are just cheap plastic crap for the most part.
Looks very cool. Extremely excited to see the GT at the end of the year!
Seeing this vehicle is what got me interested in EVs in the first place. I've done tons of research over everything available in the market and almost settled for a Model Y Performance. There are things I don't like about Tesla that could easily be improved if they cared enough. So, I'm back at this vehicle. I'm going to either get a fully loaded GT-Line or the GT. They just need to price the GT below MYP. We'll see.
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So which car did you end up getting? I recently picked up a GT with an awesome deal. It was still more expensive than the MYP but to me it was worth it.
Mine was delivered on Monday (in the UK, 3 weeks before its ETA). I really like it so far.
Which trim did you get and how many miles are you averaging? Also, is charging it less expensive than gas?
wow! Nice and your presentation skills are fabulous. Thanks for your clear, crisp delivery.
I was gonna purchase the g70 a bit more than a year ago then i read about kia/hyundai releasing EVs and I waited. The Kia EV6 had me sold. I'll wait for the GT trim first before I make the dive. I'm glad you're highly praising it :P
I think the Kia EV6 has the best interior compared to the other EV interiors, because of the ergonomics. My gripe with most EV’s are that they ditch the volume and tuning knobs and they put the climate control system into the infotainment screen (such as the VW ID4 and Tesla products). I also like the size of the gauge cluster (compared to a lack of one in some Tesla products and the teeny tiny one in the VW ID4) and how there are still traditional switches for the doors and windows. There are also the heated/ventilated seats are outside of the infotainment screen, in-which I think it will make it easier for users to interact with the interior compared to the competitors.
I just picked up the Kia Niro EV and it is pretty amazing. I leased so in 3 years hopefully things are back to normal and I can get a Telluride EV
Things are not going back to normal Dwight. Not sure if you read articles or watch news but everyone says we aren’t going back to pre-Covid life. And politicians don’t want us to. Money and power are at stake.
4:29 Fun fact, the connected full-vehicle width taillights style feature is called “Heckblende” from when it was popular on German cars in the 80’s. Although it existed before on cars like late 60’s Thunderbirds, it was of course the Germans that created a strangely specific word for something so obscure lol.
Of course?
@@davevolz6138 Yes (ie schadenfreude, fremdscham, treppenwitz, verschlimmbesserung)
@@ChuckThree 👍
I just placed a reservation for an AWD GT-Line version earlier in the day. I love everything about it and I can't wait to see one in person.
Can you tell me the URL where you placed it? I've been looking, to no avail. Thanks in advance for the info.
What is the estimated wait time after you place your reservation?
Wow, buttons! A neat, normal car. No annoying updates that change your entire vehicle interface (tesla)
In the last 2 years I've been watching your channel, you guys have grown so much! Both you and Rob do a great job and the production value keeps going up.
Manufacturers notice this too as you are getting earlier and earlier access. I only see Doug getting some earlier access, but you're right up there, plus you beat him by 10+hrs to this one!
1M subs is coming soon I'm sure!
We must ask the question...man crush?
@@RLTtizME Nah, I just am constantly comparing the main reviewers I watch, like Doug, Redline, Throttle House, Straightpipes and Savagegeese. Between Redline, Savagegeese and Throttle House the production value keeps increasing and getting awesome (while lower subscribers), but Doug and Straightpipes are gaining subs like crazy because they are clickbaity as hell
@@richardnavratil9661 Oh I dunno.....there is something goin' on here. We see it.
@@RLTtizME Sure! The married heterosexual man must be crushing on the gay reviewer instead of appreciating their automotive journalism. GOT ME! :)
@@richardnavratil9661 Too much information. It is amazing what people will spew on Social Media about themselves. I have used Navratil for years with little improvement in hair growth. You have a crappy product.
This car in red is beautiful and is something new. Personally, I would prefer the Ioniq 5 if I had the choice. I am looking forward to the smaller EVs from Kia and Hyundai.
Yes, Ioniq 5 is better than Kia ev6.
Only advantage of Kia ev6 is a little faster and interior is better looking than ioniq 5.
You don’t think the Ioniq 5 is ugly?
@@_gokz I've been driving the 2017 Ioniq car. and i didnt really like the the plastic-ky concept which is now brought on to ioniq 5. I like ioniq 5 to be more spacious and comfortable. And also yes, you are right, Kia had always design to be more sporty (ie : Stinger). But now i'm in dilema to choose Ioniq 5 or EV6 GT. ATM, my preference is the EV6 GT really has the power as in 740 Nm torque, also max speed 260 KM/H.
Can't wait to see the gt, car seems pretty damn quick too! 4.4 is moving for a normal version. Wonder how it does in the quarter mile the Mach e does after 60 where as the Y doesn't.
its not a normal version though. Its gtline with dual motor and AWD. The RWD single motor is slower
@@zubastik2992 this is a non gt. It's a normal version 😂 most people in colder climates will buy the awd dual motor variant. Makes the awd Mach e look insanely slow @5.3 seconds or slower.
@@IReahpZz it's one above the base so technically no
@@zubastik2992 technically you’re being too technical lol
@@robertmcgee3616 is it bad?) Am I wrong thou?
For the 360 view you can switch the color of the model car ; it’s in the settings.
The fake sound actually gives you a sense of scifi, like being inside a futuristic shuttle. Really cool background white noise.
Just traded in my eAWD Wind for the GT and love it. This car is so much fun to drive and ride in especially at night with all the light effects. We got runway red and it’s look hot.
Yeah the GT is where it's at. I just recently picked up one too. It's my first EV! Awesome ride period.
That red looks really nice.
I remember even over 8 years ago people were talking down on Kia, telling me they would never break out in the US market. Look at them now.
18:13 Hee hee, I like the little "pop" the CCS cover made when you pulled it open.
I have my eye on the GT version as this car looks great from all angles. The one thing that really stood out and bothers me is that in the US version the rear turn signals are on the top light bar, and all the other reviews from foreign countries have it on the lower part where the diamond patterned chrome trim is located. It looks way cooler to have the lights on the lower part and I am bummed about that change. Hope they would offer an aftermarket fix for this!
I look at the exterior of this, and think, "Wow. The Tesla needs a redesign." :)
2:22 the wheels remind me a LOT of the 2018+ Accord sport (used to have this), sharp!!
I was thinking the same thing!
Thanks for NOT editing the glove box disaster!
That is one professional review good sir. You really have your facts/product knowledge together.
Great job by KIA. Will get one as soon as the dealers get off their $10K markup jag. Hopefully supply chain insanity ends by Summer. Too bad the established makers don't adopt Tesla's online ordering (even if the markup is baked in). Nice review!
One thing about the AWD, from my understanding it disconnects the front motor when driving on the highway etc to help with efficiency.
I’m not a fan of EVs but I really love this car. I’m very impressed
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Me too Wentworth
The loaded EV6 AWD is 7k less than a Model 3 AWD. No contest. This EV6 is really beautiful.
I think it looks good! I'm basically at the point in my life where I don't care it's a Kia lol.
lol. Yeah me too. It's like Hyundai. When I was a kid, they made pretty crappy cars, now they have some pretty nice vehicles, and have gained a lot of respect.
The South Koreans have really stepped up their game in the last few years. I am very interested in what Kia, Hyundai, and Genesis have in the works right now.
The sounds the vehicle makes remind me of the light cycles from the Tron movies.
Except they actually sounded cool
Kia will be the next Best Car Manufacturer.
Take a screen shot for future reference.
I personally love the design, I prefer it over the Ionic 5. Thinking of going for a Test Drive when one comes up in my area.
Love my Mach E, but man I’m impressed by this car so much! Wish my Mach E had some of this interior styling.
I am a fan of your site and reviews, well done and change nothing 👏 feel you are honest and love the 😁 of enjoyment during acceleration testing 😀
Been waiting for these reviews forever. I have a Stinger GT and looking to trade it in. Although I'd probably be satisfied with this trim, I need the full GT lol.
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I like how you were just gonna leave the glove box open like oh screw it
Lol! It closes eventually 😂
The rear end is gorgeous 😍
Ionq 5 N is coming out, apparently.
Was that Alex from AoA doing the camera work?? Neat.
He sure was! You’ll see us in his upcoming video as well!
Love this vehicle..... I am for sure looking at getting this thank you for this informative review
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@@MOJump23 because of my commute for work I'm looking at Kia EV6 GT.
I test drove the AWD yesterday and man it's quick off the line. Too bad the dealership markup is $10k over MSRP or I would have purchased on the spot. Kia should not allow this, especially on a brand new car on a brand new platform because I'm sure this will affect sales number, making the first model year look like it's not as popular as it could have been. A lot of people I've talked to on the dealership lot are saying they love it but they're not going to buy $10k over MSRP. Sad.
Sounds like Los Angeles, CA? 😔
@@KWPS San Diego, but yeah pretty much the same lol
Thanks! Such a beautiful looking car!
Design is still lot to get used too but overall in terms of range,performance and price this vehicle is great
Good review. Very excited to drive the GT awd
First!!! REDLINE ROCKS! From San Antonio
UNDER 4.5 SECONDS???? What the hell. I thought it was a bit of a exaggeration, like Teslas claim of 1.99 seconds for the Plaid Model S. Color me impressed.
holy what? 1.99!?!? thats too much power I would legit wreck the car.
People have managed just over 2 so it wasn't much of an exaggeration really. In any case all this power is worthless unless you want to run a house with it while it's charging overnight. Now that would be interesting tech.
@@DEVILTAZ35 True, but its a bold claim that doesn't hold up with a true 0-60 including rollout. I assumed something similar with the EV6.
Finally an EV that excites me and is relatively affordable, approx 62k Canadian for the GT Line AWD drive is far from cheap but not ridiculous considering the options and features. The 1.72 per litre gas prices locally as I write this makes this vehicle even more appealing, well done Kia, wish I wasn’t fresh into a new lease
It'll still jack your energy bill every day charging it.......
It rapes tesla by how fast it charges 😂😂😂
a really mouth watering car..
the color of the model car in the screen probably can be changed in the vehicle settings..
A sunroof that opens- on an EV?! SOLD!
All I want is a real electric Stinger. Basically a Model S competitor without the self driving features that adds cost.
Portland, JAMAICA in the Building !!
I'm here for "The Jetsons" sound 25:30
Getting better. 450km range. I told myself I'm waiting for an AWD EV that will give me 500km+ of range. I was never a kia fan but I definitely like the styling. Downside I'm 6'5.
I fit in mine at 6’4 for what it’s worth.
Great review sofyan! Definitely excited for the new EV offerings. I’m curious to see why they have a separate plastic cover for the storage while everyone else has an opening with a weather strip seal for the frunk
The bright red GT awd looks good. Very slick looking. Definitely awd model needed in NE.
Does the bigger battery GT has the ability to get faster with an upgrade like Tesla?
I love this! Finally an affordable EV that looks good. But I LOLed at that frunk like what was the point?
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The hesitancy of certain manufacturers to go all-in on e-cars will cost them long-term... Toyota, Honda. THIS is my next car... great styling, range, cost, AND... a moonroof that... GASP... OPENS! Sign me up!
This is the nicest review soyfan has ever done. He only had good things to say. This is important because he's the strongest opinionated car reviewer.
Who?
@@RLTtizME Soyfan Bey is the car reviewer in this video.
Except for the incessant overuse of “of course”.
@@anthonyc3453 You are an old crab.
On the contrary the grill openings ARE needed. The lithiion battery pack is water cooled so the grill openings are to cool the battery pack.
Edit. Love the interior over the Hyundai. The accent led lights are nice and the center console is really nice.
thanks for going through this awesome vehicle more thoroughly than other people. you actually show more quirks and features than the other guy 🙄
Have to make second comment. How’s the AC system work in ev’s? I’m in Southern California and it get quite warm at times… and the drive to Vegas. Can the dual motor do it? Is there charging stations on the I5?
Thx if you can help with some info.
Now that Kia has a new logo, its now worth buying LOL, jokes aside this is one hell of a car. Can't wait for your Genesis Gv60 review..
Another cool video man... People always have a great time watching you. I will say that I would have loved to see the level 2 self-driving features of the EV6 demonstrated or at least explained. Most EVs seem to be trying to do something in this area, and I think the EV6 does too.😁
Hello and good day thank you for making this wonderful video. I have one question: Does the EV6 suffer from the same problem as the Ionic 5 with the dirty rear windshield? Thank you 😊
Very nice, i'd definitely drive it with that " George Jetson" sound lol 😁
Nice camera work Alex
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First year of production. A Kia. No way. I'll wait until 2023.
the red one is spot on ... love it .. but its way too expensive !! can't afford it 😣
I’ve gone back at the review you and Alex did more than several times. Great review. There are things I like about the GT RWD, but those things I dislike will make me order the Wind AWD with Tech Package. When you were riding “Shotgun with Alex” the size of the rims and tires was addressed. The Wind with its 19 inch rims and 235 tires. You mentioned replacing the tires with 255’s on the 19 inch. Alex concurred saying “All Season Tires”. Do you still feel the handling and ride would be so much better with 255’s on those 19 inch rims? Saw a very recent Wind RUclips post with 20 inch rims. The rims were Avid1 SL02 20x9 +35. I did not like the look. Can I still replace the 235’s with 255’s on Wind EV6 AWD 19 inch rims with All Season Tires. Most likely Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ or A/S4 unless you recommend a different tire. Maybe in the future you will do a review of the Wind AWD with Tech Package.
My favourite electric car to date
Hey Sofiyan great video as always.
Its time Alex and you became a combo like the throttle house. love both you guys for your presentation, knowledge and the detailed information. It will be fun to watch you both.
May be call yourselves the AOA : RED
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Kia & Hyundai certainly are masters of this craft they're doing in which they give you certain reasons to choose either vehicle even though they're the same platform.
Some pros I'm seeing to the Kia:
-Bolder styling, even if by just a little.
-red color option (fuck you Hyundai wtf was that shit).
-Smaller, more enthusiast friendly handling & ride height.
-Superior infotainment setup & peak sound system.
Cons:
-There's piano black plastic everywhere, which is disgusting. I don't remember seeing any of it in the Hyundai.
-Seemingly less high quality switchgear & HVAC materials to the Hyundai.
-Cargo capacity took a hit with the DBX style tailgate.
-No extended ottoman for max recline as you wait for a charge.
Wish we had youtube back in the 70s, so I could read feedback on the Chevy Vega. 😆
Literally every brand : "we will be fully or almost all EV by _____insert date here" wow how unique 😂
I couldn't care less they can stick all this electric shit up their ass i'll go for a V8 or V10 any day over this dross.
Since you own the MME GTPE, would you trade it for this car? My GTPE is currently in production in chip-hold hell, and I am seriously considering just getting one of these if I can get a good proce.
It looked like there were paddle shifters on the steering wheels, what were those?
Do we know anything about the AWD range when in eco mode? I've heard that the EV6 only uses the rear motor in this case. I know the AWD weighs more, but how does AWD w eco range compare to RWD w normal/eco range?
so far am ranging 265 miles from 100% to 25-33% I am in CT somewhere warmer would be better.
@@scubafrost2007 that’s AWD in eco mode? If so, that’s a pretty good number!
@@danielgrochmal8366 yes that is. It has been an incredible car and it has been cold here so can not wait to see when it warms up more. They said that they did the epa off of normal mode alone and inside the car there are things that can help eco mode more. like eco heat and air and more.
@@scubafrost2007 that’s good to hear! I’m hoping to get one in the next few months 🤞🏼
@@danielgrochmal8366 I really am a lover of cars. I work for an auto group that does mostly FCA vehicles. Now working with Volvo starting next week. This car fits my life so well and my fun car for now is a zl1 that sits because gas prices are ridiculously high. But that will be traded in soon for a fisker ocean extreme for the wife
Excellent presentation! 👍🏽👏🏽
Out of all the evs on the market this is the one that I want.
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Another great review and a car definitely worth considering for someone going full EV. To me, I love this style better than the Ioniq 5. Not a fan of the side indent. Looks like a grocery cart ran into it. Kia knocked their first attempt out of the park with some really useful features and amenities i.e. the heated and cooled front AND back seats along a very practical heat pump for us in cold weather folks living in the northeast. Thanks for the review!
Awesome review. Thanks for the good work.
Great review, Sofyan! Been looking forward to this. Might be my next car when the RAV-4 lease runs out. keep them coming.
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