Kia Is The EV Company To Watch | 2023 Kia EV6 First Drive Review

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  • Опубликовано: 5 авг 2024
  • Kia may not have started with the fanfare of the Mach E, but their EV plans are ambitious and they have the tech to back it up. Kia's biggest innovation is in bringing an 800V battery to the masses. The new 800V standard allows the EV6 to charge from 10-80% in just 18 minutes, less than half of the time of the nearest competitor from Ford.
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    00:00 Intro
    4:03 Engine and Drivetrain
    8:47 Seats
    9:56 Cargo Area
    10:30 Interior
    17:50 How Does It Drive
    26:06 Pricing
    27:10 How Does It Compare
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Комментарии • 416

  • @theredline
    @theredline 2 года назад +167

    Thanks for including us in this review, Alex! We’re looking forward to seeing the comparison video against your Mach E ;)

    • @nc3826
      @nc3826 2 года назад +6

      Sofyan thx for adding a new dimension to the review...

    • @Wasabi9111
      @Wasabi9111 2 года назад +7

      Really like the hearing the different perspectives in this review. You guys need to collab more.

    • @rkgsd
      @rkgsd 2 года назад

      When RUclips publishers get big, they tend not to reply to subscribers, but they make sure to communicate with other publishers.

    • @1989rs500
      @1989rs500 2 года назад +3

      5 years ago.. Kia and Hyundai were jokes.
      Now US brands feel like worst auto brands when it comes to attention to detail, design, perfection, performance, value, U name it is far superior to most competition from Ford, GM, FCA.
      Shows how weak US engineering and skill is when compared with Korean one, that too while Korea being a pint sized nation as opposed to a giant like USA.
      It seems that it is true that US is a super power and supreme nation only in Hollywood movies...
      In reality almost all countries have grown better than USA

    • @nc3826
      @nc3826 2 года назад

      Korean vehicle are competing with Japan and Euro trash built vehicles... not big US vehicles... expect for US based Tesla, which also seems to be doing OK vs the competition, I guess?
      And its ironic to bitch and whine about the US on a US platform that profits from your whining.... must be a putin bot ;)
      Also 5 years ago.. only trolling YT wannabe experts without life... where the only ones that thought Kia and Hyundai were jokes... when they were already better than most brands...

  • @johnholst
    @johnholst 2 года назад +51

    This EV6 has already won multiple COTY awards in Europe. It should do very well in North America as well.

    • @hugosousaeng
      @hugosousaeng 2 года назад +3

      You know how rewards work right ... I'm part of consumer commission... and the rewards are not consumer oriented... let's say is press oriented and press gets their money by.... publicity...
      Get your conclusions...

    • @lowlanz
      @lowlanz 2 года назад +2

      @@hugosousaeng like other brands don't have money?

    • @hugosousaeng
      @hugosousaeng 2 года назад +2

      @@lowlanz what? Really... you get paid from more than one company doing only one task ....?.... many times this is "agreement" made ... Brands agree and journalist get oriented...

    • @cyberathlete
      @cyberathlete Год назад +1

      The award are not public opinion based but there is a lot of money, schmoozing taking place to influence the list.

    • @johnholst
      @johnholst Год назад +1

      @@cyberathlete This is true. But if it were only based on money, Toyota would win all the awards. They don't.

  • @garrettw99
    @garrettw99 2 года назад +64

    This is a slam dunk for Kia. I’d buy the EV6 over a Mach-e GT Performance even though they don’t compete yet.

    • @greg.anywhere
      @greg.anywhere 2 года назад +6

      Yet ;)
      But when their 577 horsepower super-crossover arrives, it'll be a whole new ball game.

    • @singingLeaf123
      @singingLeaf123 2 года назад

      @@greg.anywhere I heard that version is 80k, about 10k more than mache gt performance so I would pick mach e for faster version.

    • @greg.anywhere
      @greg.anywhere 2 года назад +3

      @@singingLeaf123 We cannot confirm what the price of the GT variant will be because its launch is still about 9 months away. The GT variant won't even see the 2022 model year. The vehicle is still in development. I'll wait to see what Kia says, and even if it is more expensive than the Mach E, it still will have more horsepower and torque than any Mach e. So I'll just hold out to see what Kia confirms.

    • @didiermejia780
      @didiermejia780 2 года назад +2

      I have a Mach e GT, I'll admit i wish my pony had more features like the kia. After tax credits and incentives I got 13.250k off my Mach E, without them I probably would have gotten something else.

    • @markmiller3279
      @markmiller3279 2 года назад +3

      @@singingLeaf123 The lack of a heat pump on the Ford makes it much less attractive in the half of the country with cold winters. The Kia may cost a little more, but it also offers more.

  • @wtfx5757
    @wtfx5757 2 года назад +3

    Alex and Sofyan commentary together is GREAT

  • @teslapool3165
    @teslapool3165 2 года назад +32

    Alex has become my fav guy to go for car reviews, you def go into details love the graphics numbers and overall analysis and comparative!

    • @xtc1957
      @xtc1957 Год назад

      He is the best, period. A mature, unbiased, and well-presented review. Very rare in today's "totally awesome" mindset.

  • @WinstonMakes
    @WinstonMakes 2 года назад +32

    Your first hand familiarity with the Mach-E really helps cement in my head that I should absolutely be cross-shopping the EV6 against it. Excellent coverage as always.

  • @benjaminsmith2287
    @benjaminsmith2287 2 года назад +33

    If an EV6 rides like a BMW 5 series, than that's a big coup for Kia. This car sounds like a new benchmark, along with the Ioniq 5.

    • @discerningmind
      @discerningmind 2 года назад +8

      I agree. Kia has surprised me by exceeding other EV manufacturers.

    • @naveenthemachine
      @naveenthemachine 2 года назад +2

      @@discerningmind agreed. As a Camry owner I’m impressed w Kia Hyundai lately even if they have recalls going on
      The ev6 I can say absolutely destroys the bz4x before it even gets launched

    • @discerningmind
      @discerningmind 2 года назад +1

      @@naveenthemachine Thanks for commenting. I think Hyundai/KIA must have been quietly working on EVs for a time, and that could explain why they are excelling now.

    • @kotor87
      @kotor87 2 года назад +1

      @@discerningmind Hyundai/Kia been invested and developing Hydrogen Car since 1995, then later in late 2000s, they switched their future EV strategy into Two Track with BEV and Hydrogen Fuel Electric Vehicle. They actually heavily considered partner up with Toyota for hybrid vehicles but Toyota wanted only their system to be used not independently developed by Hyundai (which makes whole lot sense since Hybrid Tech is Toyota's pivotal ICE/Electric Tech they have so far) so that was no go for them.
      So Hyundai/Kia's New Plan is to invest and acquire New Battery Pack Tech from infant companies like Canoo (where they acquired Skatboarding Platform) and Rimac Automobili (800v Battery Power Train). As for the Hydrogen Plan, they seem to steer away from daily commune vehicles to commercial ones like Trailers and Truck, turning them into autonomous drones (They actually shipped 12 of Hydrgoen Commercial Trucks to Switzerland few years ago). However, Kia is working on FK Prototype which is Stinger based Mid-Engine Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle rumoured to be just for Remans 24 Race, which might hinting that it's a test bed for high performance cars with FCEV tech but highly doubtful though.

    • @discerningmind
      @discerningmind 2 года назад

      @@kotor87 Thank you very much.

  • @hc2cox
    @hc2cox 2 года назад +8

    Nice car but more notably the test drive conversation format is more refreshing than the usual monologue.

  • @andyp.4205
    @andyp.4205 2 года назад +10

    For me the Kia easily over the Mach E. I just leased a 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Limited in November of 2021. There was no market adjustment, Hyundai added a lot of factory money to make the lease desirable.

  • @jdansie
    @jdansie 2 года назад +13

    Can’t wait to start seeing them on the road

  • @stevehughes1684
    @stevehughes1684 Год назад

    Thumbs UP!! Alex is the best!! Super job of showcasing autos. Fast clear talker who covers more ground comprehensibly than anyone I have watched. Also, he does a lot of non-commercial compairsons to other similar makes/models with no bias.

  • @brendanng8038
    @brendanng8038 2 года назад +3

    I think you just a created a tsunami rush of orders for Kia after this review. Well justified. I am currently a very happy ioniq5 AWD owner. Keep up the great reviews Alex!

  • @berthogendoorn2133
    @berthogendoorn2133 2 года назад

    Alex was just watching your combined review of your Mach-e and EV6 and while watching it it was pulled (went to private) I was loving the comparison, and plugged in some important comments.

  • @Hans-gb4mv
    @Hans-gb4mv 2 года назад +12

    I still don't get what the issue is with not having (much) storage up front. I don't see it getting used often and for the mechanics that ever have to work on the drive-train, this is so much more comfortable to work on.

    • @coben70
      @coben70 2 года назад +4

      My trunk is empty about 90% of time. 10% of time it is still not 100% full. So I do not care about frunk. I would rather use trunk than frunk.

    • @AceEverett
      @AceEverett 2 года назад

      It's nice to have an area to store stuff long term. I keep a backpack with emergency clothes/items, and a tire plug kit and electric tire inflator so I can fix my tire on the side of the road then keep going. They are also not hard to remove for mechanics.

    • @Calbo223
      @Calbo223 2 года назад +2

      There's usually under the trunk storage for emergency stuff.

    • @amperformance7998
      @amperformance7998 2 года назад

      I think it is more that the frunk very broadly is representative of the packaging opportunities possible in an EV platform. You open the bonnet and...just a big space, no engine. It is a visual reminder that this car is different, and on RUclips, visuals are important.
      When my EV6 finally arrives (in 18ish months) I plan to use the larger frunk I. My RWD GT-line for charging cables, an extension cord, tyre kit, securement straps, tow ball... all the little stuff I don't use often, but may need.

  • @samugooo
    @samugooo 2 года назад +3

    Love these reviews.
    the comprehensiveness and unbiasness is really a sweet change of pace from many other car reviewers. Keep up the amazing work 🙏🔥

  • @timdsd
    @timdsd 2 года назад +6

    I sat in both the EV6 and IONIQ 5, but I haven't driven either. The EV6 felt more sporty, although its interior felt a little more cramped than the IONIQ 5, and the visibility didn't appear to be as good.

  • @finaljustice3848
    @finaljustice3848 2 года назад +5

    I always come to Alex for a thorough review and coverage of cars i'm remotely interested in. Kia/Hyundai seem to be killing it with their feature rich and forward design EVs coming up. I'm not in the market not for a EV but when I do i definitely have my eyes set on these two brands.

  • @misccarvids
    @misccarvids 2 года назад +49

    EV6 looks good, from what I’ve sat in during auto shows the EV6 has a more premium feeling interior than the Ioniq 5, I prefer the Ioniq 5 exterior looks though

    • @hungvu6705
      @hungvu6705 2 года назад +1

      They always know how to make us consider between sister brands lol

    • @limpunsing224
      @limpunsing224 2 года назад +2

      Hyundai/Kia is still far behind the real innovators & game changer Tesla

    • @DripDripDrip69
      @DripDripDrip69 2 года назад +12

      @@limpunsing224 Doesn't matter when Elon is a douche

    • @DBQ42
      @DBQ42 2 года назад +12

      @limpunsing22 in what way are they lagging behind Tesla

    • @jbshp2011
      @jbshp2011 2 года назад +2

      @@limpunsing224 yeah please explain that please. even though im not buying any ev's anyway

  • @kenc2257
    @kenc2257 2 года назад

    Great video--that EV6 is really nice. Enjoyed your in-car chat/discussion with Sofyan Bey.

  • @simonalexandercritchley439
    @simonalexandercritchley439 2 года назад +7

    EV6 over Mach E everytime.

  • @jonathanangel6243
    @jonathanangel6243 2 года назад

    It was cool to see you team up with Sofyan. Hope you two will do more of that!

  • @user-gw5rs7fp9j
    @user-gw5rs7fp9j 2 года назад +1

    I enjoy the combined reviews with Sofyan.
    Love EV’s, don’t wanna go back to ICE if I don’t have to.🌿🥰

  • @Raj2390
    @Raj2390 2 года назад +16

    Waiting Already for Comparison Video between Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5

    • @Luma_29
      @Luma_29 2 года назад

      I’d bet money it comes out within 48 hours

  • @congo4900
    @congo4900 2 года назад +1

    EV6 anyday, another great review by Alex (feat. Readline Review's Sofyan)!!! well done guys! can't wait to see EV6 in real life, come on Canada bring the EV6!!!!

  • @philiphy8057
    @philiphy8057 2 года назад

    Love the guest. Yours and his are the two car channels I watch.

  • @davidraymond8994
    @davidraymond8994 2 года назад

    Great review. I have one the MSRP for Wind Technology Package is a little over $54k in Massachusetts and most dealers have a substantial markup but I got mine at MSRP. I like this vehicle a lot it is great so far.

  • @tominftlthomasp3559
    @tominftlthomasp3559 2 года назад +7

    I don’t understand what the obsession is with the front trunk. Lots of other things are more important for most of us. I need comfortable seats and ride, dependability, and range. I also like the same electrical adjustments on BOTH front seats. Looks like the more EV’s that come out the better selections we are going to be more satisfied with.

    • @Ficon
      @Ficon 2 года назад +3

      Cranky Old Tesla Stan (Sandy Munroe) loves his frunks. I would much rather have usable interior space and a small cubby for the charging cable which is what everyone other than Tesla is doing.

    • @markmiller3279
      @markmiller3279 2 года назад

      @@Ficon Yes, just enough space for whatever cables/adapters is sufficient. One big cargo space is always more flexible and useful than two.

    • @stockey
      @stockey 2 года назад

      Yeah, you want the extra space inside, not in the frunk.

    • @StuartFriedman8888
      @StuartFriedman8888 2 года назад

      I have been driving, only cars that I have had with frunks were a VW Beetle (1961) and Renault Dauphine (1960)

  • @kevinn1158
    @kevinn1158 2 года назад

    This EV6 design has really grown on me. In my head that dream weaver song was playing until my wife and I went to see it at a dealership this past weekend.... I asked my wife what she thought and she said, what you want to pretend you are 25 again? Cue the needle being scratched off my Dream Weaver...

  • @texasyank48
    @texasyank48 2 года назад

    Oh man, Healdsburg is in the middle of God’s country. I remember one gorgeous fall day when I drove from old Z4 from Healdsburg, through the Alexander Valley, along the Russian River, into Calistoga, then the El Dorado Highway into Napa. The vineyards were at the peak of fall color change. Hard to describe how beautiful it was. BTW, great review as always.

  • @jh6031
    @jh6031 2 года назад

    Great review and enjoyed the Sofyan cameo!

  • @PhuPhillipTrinh
    @PhuPhillipTrinh 2 года назад +4

    damn Alex I hope you don't have buyers remorse the EV6 is a really nice car

    • @markmiller3279
      @markmiller3279 2 года назад +1

      He's leasing, and I believe he's said he doesn't expect to keep it for that long. It was just to try out a contemporary EV.

  • @johnkinsfather64
    @johnkinsfather64 2 года назад +3

    Great styling, one of the more exciting looking new entries.

  • @ljink48
    @ljink48 2 года назад +6

    Never been first, Alex. Feels good.

    • @dannytq
      @dannytq 2 года назад +1

      Congrats!

  • @stevenz495
    @stevenz495 2 года назад +3

    If possible I would love to know how it does with towing!
    I've heard it has a 3,500lb tow rating and would love to know how it does with a teardrop camper or small box trailer.

  • @jonathanjackson9208
    @jonathanjackson9208 2 года назад +2

    It’s great to see something different from KIA, I’m sold

  • @petegalindez9961
    @petegalindez9961 2 года назад +3

    Loooks goooooood…reminds me of the iPace a little bit from the outside. Not a fan of the charging door on the rear bumper…a common area for fender benders…Would have liked it on a front quarter panel. Why are you referring to the motor as a “hybrid system?” It’s all electric, no? Alex rockin’ some PSY! Love it….Hoping the Light version is out fairly soon. I only need an EV for short range driving and for my teenage kids to learn/use, so 232 miles is more than enough for me. Might go Ioniq 5 as well. Need to check it out soon. SOFYAN! What’s up dude??? Dang…you ruined your Mach-E with those rims…looks like a Lincoln quasi-luxury car versus a sports car! LOL…I’m torn between the base Light Model and the next one up…Thanks for another great review!

  • @timphillips4147
    @timphillips4147 2 года назад +2

    Definitely EV6 as a kia owner I currently lease the Ceed GTline but keeping an eye on kia options next summer 2023!

  • @gurvaaz1703
    @gurvaaz1703 2 года назад +1

    Early to an Alex video, a lovely wholesome routine

  • @Reddylion
    @Reddylion 2 года назад +2

    Kia and Hyundai electric are killing it.

  • @tonywirth6722
    @tonywirth6722 2 года назад +3

    Two reviewers I follow together! 👍🏻

  • @decryption277
    @decryption277 2 года назад +1

    Great review! Would love a comparison between the Ioniq 5 and the EV6 if possible :)

  • @xtc1957
    @xtc1957 Год назад

    Alex On Autos: A rare and precious commodity in these times of misinformation and badly presented nonsense, which I call "The Awesome Factor," where the reviewer's vocabulary is apparently limited to "awesome," "dude," "amazing,"' and those other "it's all good" remarks. Undoubtedly, the very BEST reviewer on the web, perhaps anywhere. In depth, honest, concise, unbiased, cheery, and fun. Keep up this great work; your reviews have influenced two of my best choices ever. I like this car, though I still lean towards a Hybrid to a plug-in electric.

  • @fr373969
    @fr373969 2 года назад

    Like Alex provides perspective from the producer side and explained to consumers

  • @beautyofgrace3915
    @beautyofgrace3915 2 года назад

    I just got a text from a dealer at Hyundai letting me know this car had just come in their showroom. I’ll be going by their soon to see it in person. I want to test drive the base model. I have a Kia Sorento that I had for 18 years, can’t wait to drive this😀

  • @Shawn_M
    @Shawn_M 2 года назад +1

    I really like the total package here. Could be in my garage one day

  • @cyberjoe77
    @cyberjoe77 2 года назад +2

    Nice looking car, awesome stats…EV6 all the way…great review.👍🏻

  • @dbmiller5881
    @dbmiller5881 2 года назад

    great review... but man, that road! Looks like a pretty spectacular spot to do some "testing" ! :)

  • @forty-second
    @forty-second 2 года назад

    Gangnam Style this time. Love it, thanks Alex!

  • @jhindson88
    @jhindson88 2 года назад

    Just got one. Absolutely amazing vehicle. Did not get the matt finish ordered but now grateful after reading up on matt finishes. Read up on them before you consider a matt finish - lots of downsides. The features on this car blow every other EV away at a cost less than its high-end predecessor - the eNiro with the top trim. We did not get the matt finish ordered but now grateful after reading up on matt finishes. Read up on them before you consider a matt finish - lots of downsides.

  • @rondail5675
    @rondail5675 2 года назад +1

    Kia is making very nice EV's. So many people are biased against the brand and they are missing out. I will be looking at Kia when I get trade-in my Civic. The one bad issue with Kia is resale value. Very good review and enjoyed the shared comments with Redline.

  • @faradaycool4058
    @faradaycool4058 2 года назад +1

    Hey Alex. Great vid. Is it "Gamer Changer..." or "Game Changer..."?

  • @oi32df
    @oi32df 2 года назад

    Four different type of noise to choose ? Does it offer the sound of a big v-twin or maybe a 6 cyl CBX ? Would prefer the latter which would go well with the integrated rear spoiler like the cbx.

  • @Isaac-un4cn
    @Isaac-un4cn 2 года назад

    Great review! This car is really tempting to me.

  • @kevinn1158
    @kevinn1158 2 года назад

    Delivery times in Canada. EV6 early 2023, Ioniq 5 Nov/Dec 2022, ID4 summer 2023. LOL. Kooky is a word that comes to mind.

  • @curseknight5
    @curseknight5 2 года назад

    Alex do you prefer this over the Ioniq 5 now after you've driven it? The suspension is firmer than the Ioniq 5 which you did enjoy over there though..

  • @dionaeaqi07
    @dionaeaqi07 2 года назад

    Is the V2L adapter interchangeable between the EV6 and Ioniq5? Are there any third party versions out there?

  • @belzvon
    @belzvon 2 года назад

    Can't wait to pick up my aurora black pearl EV6 GT-Line at the end of next month!

  • @841577
    @841577 Год назад

    Just bought an EV6. Fantastic car. Really enjoying it so far.

  • @norm8380
    @norm8380 2 года назад

    I would like to know which know one ever mentions is that with the one pedal mode for go and stop to a dead stop does the brake light goes on when u let off the pedal ? It would be a safety issue for the vehicles behind you when you come to a stop on a one pedal mode.

  • @isaaca.5553
    @isaaca.5553 2 года назад +2

    I wonder why Alex does a good job of "writing" all the numbers and scores on screen but doesn't do that for the price but as always great review!

    • @ragweedmakesmesneeze
      @ragweedmakesmesneeze 2 года назад +1

      He's got different types of reviews. Typically the ones that get the full price spec sheet on the screen, plus comparisons to competitors are once he gets the vehicle at his home base, where he can subject it to his standardized battery of tests. This type of video is a little more thorough than his usual "first look" type videos, but he won't score/grade it completely until he can drive it at home. That said, these videos are still waaaaaayyyyy more informative than a lot of his RUclips competitors.

  • @jcpizer
    @jcpizer 2 года назад +1

    Not sure I understand the comment, “small frunk storage due to heat pump and crumple zone,” Alex. Model Y ships with a heat pump and allows for a frunk (larger than Mach-E) and tops crash test scores, is faster, drives like a BMW with more storage and range. LG batteries used by Kia with no mention of the issues GM is facing. Not hating on the review but Model Y is the class leading benchmark and it was mentioned exactly twice. 50k Mach-E’s on the road; Tesla sold 1M EV’s last year 🤔

  • @MrOktsx
    @MrOktsx 2 года назад

    Thank you for this review. I've still yet to sit in an EV6 and my main concern is step-in (or fall-in 😁)height. How does the EV6 compare to mainstream SUVs in this area?

  • @earthzero7
    @earthzero7 2 года назад

    How would the EV6 suspension firmness and quality compare to the Model 3 AWD with 18" wheels?

  • @jwazftw4200
    @jwazftw4200 2 года назад

    Love your cute reviews with Redline guy.

  • @jimwilt4944
    @jimwilt4944 2 года назад

    I’ve got an MME GTPE stuck in production with an ETA of late June. The delay has given me the opportunity to cross shop it against EV6s that are available for sale *right now*. Haven driven both, which would you prefer? I don’t want to wait a year for Kia’s GT. Is it worth waiting for the Mache GT Performance?

  • @Rolfvanrijn72
    @Rolfvanrijn72 2 года назад

    Alex: do you have the interior dimension for the driver? legroom/headroom/shoulder room? thanks

  • @k2229
    @k2229 2 года назад

    Which wheel size gets you the better ride quality? Like the bmw 5 series

  • @garrettw99
    @garrettw99 2 года назад +8

    I always love the collabs!
    Also, 28:11 I think Alex let out a big one 💨 or it was just his shoe squeaking 😂

    • @alecmurray8339
      @alecmurray8339 2 года назад +1

      I’d rip one just for the fun of it.

    • @discerningmind
      @discerningmind 2 года назад +1

      Hahaha!!! But I think it's a weed whacker or dirt bike off in the distance.

  • @ssaannddrro
    @ssaannddrro 2 года назад

    You boys work well together.

  • @thorsev6960
    @thorsev6960 2 года назад

    Just comparing the Model Y video you did (and from other reviewers) it looks like EV6 has more rear leg room, is Tesla also measuring it differently?

  • @larryaugsburger8452
    @larryaugsburger8452 2 года назад +1

    interested in towing capacity for small utility or kayak trailer. Mach-e suggests no towing.

  • @discerningmind
    @discerningmind 2 года назад

    Am I understanding that between the two versions, the AWD version set to ECO-Mode would give the longest range?

  • @dchow007
    @dchow007 2 года назад

    Great review of a car that looks nice. I stopped by the dealer in Burlingame as they called me that they had several in stock. Other than looking at the car and sitting in it, there's not much else to say. They wouldn't turn on the car or schedule a test drive. The sales guy says they are a car company making an electric car and not a technology company (he wouldn't say Tesla). I asked what's the selling price. $10K over MSRP so it would be $62K but did not include the technology package that will add another $1500. The car had gap issues and uneven lines along some of the edges. Paint look good though The interior definitely look better than my model 3 but at $62K before tax and license your getting into model Y pricing. Kia will be sending this dealership 2 cars a month until the end of the year so I don't expect the price to change much. All these great reviews from youtubers but Kia is just like Toyota in trickling EV into the US.

  • @shopwithaaron
    @shopwithaaron 2 года назад

    Thanks guys....did I miss it or was drag coefficient revealed??

  • @heidiwilks5316
    @heidiwilks5316 2 года назад +1

    I prefer the more upright stance of the Ionic 5, but would be willing to give the EV6 a try, though my experience with 3 years of owning a 2020 Soul EV hasn't been great in terms of service: a/c was out of commission for almost all of calendar 2021, with Kia constantly having to order individual parts all the way from Korea. Kia needs to get its parts supply for the NA market in order. I also prefer the interior design of the Ionic 5 as well, more of a relaxed theme than the more aggressive design of its Kia stablemate.

  • @kens97sto171
    @kens97sto171 2 года назад

    I'm wondering how the ionic 5 with more wheelbase can have less interior room in the back seat? Did they use that wheelbase to increase cargo capacity?
    Kind of unfortunate if that's true. Kind of like the styling of the ionic 5 better and The softer ride would be better for me.
    Kind of seems like the bargain of the bunch is the smaller battery pack rear wheel drive. If it charges very rapidly also. It wouldn't be such a big deal having less range.

  • @jimji2774
    @jimji2774 2 года назад

    I didn't get a chance to drive the Ionic 5 but sat in the lower and mid level trims and the EV6 is just quite a bit higher end feeling cabin. If you are a long upper body type you may have head room issues but I am 6' with long legs so I did not though it did feel small overall in there. To me it is much better looking on the outside as well but that is subjective of course.
    I will point out something that I feel is the best selling point of all. On my brand new Rivian R1T pickup the regen braking is really intense in the standard setting and the only other option is one higher setting. It is difficult to drive smoothly on the highway and makes some whining motor sounds. I believe the EV6 I drove had 5 levels of adjustment with the highest level being softer than the standard level on the Rivian. So much nicer to drive on the open road I can't tell you. Even cooler is instead of hunting on the UI screen to change the regen level it is right at your fingertips with instant change available via the paddle shifters. The lowest setting is an off altogether for flat opens roads that felt like putting an ICE vehicle in neutral. I found I could bump up the regen while driving when I wanted to slow down for a car in front kind of like downshifting in a standard manual shifting car of the past. This one feature added to a really fast and comfortable handling car is a game changer for me.

  • @lexlopez15
    @lexlopez15 2 года назад

    1 thing that has been racking my brain about this car is the frunk size in the U.S... Thanks for the explanation about the crash zone since nobody else likes to explain why, given that in Europe the frunk size for the rear wheel drive is a lot bigger than what we get in the U.S....i gather that in Europe they don't have to go through crash safety inspections...which is kind of scary if you live over there.

  • @northstar43
    @northstar43 2 года назад +13

    Love your work Alex. Personally I consider the EV6 and the Mach E my top choices and you’re giving us the best comparison info out there. Even though the EV6 is the new hotness and has the fast charge time and vehicle to load, it’s still the Mach E for me. Better looking vehicle and I want that additional storage. Looking forward to hearing more of your thoughts on these cars! Thanks again
    Edit: forgot to mention I loved the collab w/ Redline! You guys complement each other well.

    • @RemixedVoice
      @RemixedVoice 2 года назад +1

      Great comment. I definitely prefer the Kia, but that's because you and I are simply looking for different things.

    • @RemixedVoice
      @RemixedVoice 2 года назад +1

      Great comment. I definitely prefer the Kia, but that's because you and I are simply looking for different things. Competition is always good in any industry

  • @jeffmocha9478
    @jeffmocha9478 2 года назад +1

    Could we get a full comparison video against the mustang Mach e Tesla model y and the Kia ev6 or ioniq 5

  • @johnkinsfather64
    @johnkinsfather64 2 года назад

    Alex ~ Will you be doing the 2022 Niro hybrid? Seems mor affordable. Saw the 2023 looked very nice.

  • @Rakkoman1
    @Rakkoman1 2 года назад

    Alex, you mentioned an airport. Is there any issue if the EV sits partially charged for a week?

  • @pierre-yvesguay8474
    @pierre-yvesguay8474 2 года назад

    Hello Alex, any comments on a comparison of front seat confort between the Ioniq 5 and the EV6? We had to turn down the Ioniq 5 because of very uncomfortable front passenger seat due to the fact that the side bolsters are high and if you are short (5.4 ft) they touch your shoulders. Very strange. My wife never felt so uncomfortable in a car. Too bad.

  • @palebeachbum
    @palebeachbum 2 года назад +1

    The EV6 looks SO GOOD. It's funny that it's an all-new model and nameplate and drives more sportingly than the Mustang Mocky.

  • @gbgary
    @gbgary 2 года назад +2

    very nice looking!

  • @cobusbotha7256
    @cobusbotha7256 2 года назад

    Can't wait for the EV6. Like the body style. It will be a good competition for the ID4.

  • @fighter835
    @fighter835 2 года назад +2

    This is on my short list, seems like KIA has a winner on their hands.

  • @msbgone
    @msbgone 2 года назад

    Why did you just delete the Mach E vs EV6 video as I was watching it?? My question was if anyone finds the power button too far back and in an annoying place? Thanks.

  • @sylvainlaurin1012
    @sylvainlaurin1012 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for this review !!! Unfortunately as for the IONIQ 5, there is no rear wiper on the EV6. Maybe it's OK in California but it is certainly not in northern states. At this price level, it's a shame the rear wiper is not included.

    • @sburrell
      @sburrell 2 года назад +1

      I find it strange that so many complain about the rear wiper. I've had many vehicles with a rear wiper several SUV's and sedans and never use it. Even down to my old 2003 mustang had no rear wiper and I never thought twice about it. BTW, I'm in Western Virginia. I guess it's just not a big deal for. I brought a EV6 wind home yesterday.

    • @sylvainlaurin1012
      @sylvainlaurin1012 2 года назад

      @@sburrell a car with a conventional trunk doesn't create the swirl effet on the back window as it is on a SUV. This the reason why you don't need any rear wiper on a sedan (or coupé). Water and mostly dust have a tendency to accumulate on a SUV rear window. Water will flow down but dust will stick to the window. Maybe you should move to northern countries to see the difference (salt and sand spread on the road in winter time). But a agree with you that the lack of a rear wiper should not be a deal breaker.

  • @hugdeath929
    @hugdeath929 2 года назад +3

    I definitely prefer the looks of this over the Ionic. I noticed that there are many many mentions of how the EV6 compares to the Mach E but not much mention of the Polestar or the Tesla. Why is that? Also, how do the driving dynamics of the EV6 compare to the Stinger? Thanks for the review.

    • @Mytagforhalo
      @Mytagforhalo 2 года назад

      The Ev6, mach-e, and Model Y are all cross over sized. The polestar is very similar to the model 3 when it comes to overall size and space. The crossovers have much larger interiors and rear cargo. Their physical sizes can be compared to some full SUV's in length.
      The polestar is the definition of a cockpit in the front seet, similar to the C8 corvette. It h can be tight in the thigh space and impede your right leg if you're on the larger side. But in that same manner, it makes you feel like you're part of the car. You can throw it around and both you and the vehicle feel planted. The car will feel more premium than the rest in it's entirety. It's basically what you might imagine a fully electric muscle car might be like (with better cornering)
      Personally, if a lease works for you, i'd lease a P2 on the grounds that it's performance specs are a bit behind and we dont know it's depreciation yet. That way you can use the credit off your lease and make it a much better deal than a tesla for example. And you can get one with a short lead time. You also can keep it after your lease, unlike a tesla.
      It's full price however is harder to swallow imo unless you really value the build quality. If you cant use the tax credit with a loan, and a lease is out of the question, it's right up there with all of these better optioned vehicles. (more range, faster charging, much more room, ect) The p2 is just kind of in an odd place imo. I think that if they could atleast bump up it's charging speeds in a future generation it would be a very well rounded car.
      Also, for some reason with progressive, a quote on the P2 was 1/3rd that of a model 3 long range.

    • @amperformance7998
      @amperformance7998 2 года назад +1

      I think the reason they focused so much on the Mach-E is because it appears both presenters personally own Mach-Es. So that is is where they have a bulk of recent experience.

  • @Noirfury
    @Noirfury 2 года назад

    Just curious what do you do if you run out of charge? Only a tow?

  • @rodoherty1
    @rodoherty1 2 года назад

    Is it possible to turn off the sound completely? Is the sound being played to the driver via the speakers?

  • @cashmoneybling9699
    @cashmoneybling9699 2 года назад

    Which vehicle feels roomier, ioniq 5 or ev6? thanks

  • @nicknygaard4122
    @nicknygaard4122 2 года назад

    I asked the local dealer here in Idaho for a quote on an AWD gt line. $59k! Insane.

  • @Raj2390
    @Raj2390 2 года назад +6

    Thanks to the futuristic design of EV6 and Ioniq 5, Toyota BZ4X already feels like outdated model even before it’s launch

    • @markmiller3279
      @markmiller3279 2 года назад +1

      True, but Toyota buyers are more cautious, and may prefer the design. Personally, I prefer the styling of the Ioniq5, because that ducktail on the EV6 is a bit much, but it's overall a decent design. I'd have a hard time passing up the fast charging speeds. That's a compelling feature of the Korean siblings.

    • @naveenthemachine
      @naveenthemachine 2 года назад

      Agreed. The ev6 absolutely destroys the bz4x before anyones driven it
      I told you all this would happen but none of you listened and instead you made fun of me for saying this
      Perhaps I should laugh at all of you instead for having high hopes for a Toyota
      What an utter disappointment and embarrassment for Toyota 😆🤣

    • @naveenthemachine
      @naveenthemachine 2 года назад

      @@markmiller3279 you can’t afford to be cautious considering the Korean evs are just better in every way no ifs ands or buts

  • @raikon371
    @raikon371 2 года назад

    Isn't Sacramento a bit out of the way between Healdsburg and Los Angeles?

  • @daninpdx3389
    @daninpdx3389 2 года назад +2

    I have Kia Niro EV (which I love,) and I'd gladly dump it for and EV6 with AWD.

  • @MrMlyarber
    @MrMlyarber 2 года назад

    Is it worth the 2k difference between the Ionic 5 and the EV6?

  • @KingBanter
    @KingBanter 2 года назад +1

    Is it only America that gets cars from the future? I’m genuinely curious though, why are new cars considered 2023’s when it’s 2022?

  • @gwsheipang
    @gwsheipang 2 года назад

    It is noticed multiple places that they starts to call a hatchback crossover. Probably because crossovers can have a higher price tag.