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2023 Kia EV6
Crossover · 2022–2026
Trims and features
What changed for 2023
- Starting prices: +$1,700 (2 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: GT
- Trim dropped: Light
- Electric range: 274 mi → 252 mi (GT-Line)
- Max towing: 2,300 lb → 2,700 lb (GT-Line, Wind)
- 360-degree camera: 3D Surround View Camera → Surround View Camera (GT-Line)
- Heated seats: Front, Second Row → Front, Second Row Outboard (GT-Line)
- Apple CarPlay: Wired → Wireless (GT-Line, Wind)
- Android Auto: Wired → Wireless (GT-Line, Wind)
- Electric range: 274 mi → 282 mi (Wind)
- Heated seats: Front → Front, Second Row Outboard (Wind)
2023 EV6 trims
| GT | GT-Line | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | $61,600 | from $52,900 | from $48,700 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Horsepower | 576 hp | AWD: 320 hp RWD: 225 hp | AWD: 320 hp RWD: 225 hp |
| Torque | 545 lb-ft | AWD: 446 lb-ft RWD: 258 lb-ft | AWD: 446 lb-ft RWD: 258 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Gear Reduction Unit | Gear Reduction Unit | Gear Reduction Unit |
| Drivetrain | Awd | AWD / RWD | AWD / RWD |
| Electric range | 206 mi | AWD: 252 mi RWD: 310 mi | AWD: 282 mi RWD: 310 mi |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 2,700 lb | 2,700 lb | 2,700 lb |
| Length | 184.8 in | 184.8 in | — |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Digital gauge cluster | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Head-up display | Windshield HUD | Windshield HUD | — |
| Audio | Meridian | Meridian | Meridian |
| Speakers | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Wireless phone charging | Qi | Qi | Qi |
| Driver assistance | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| 360-degree camera | Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera | Optional |
| Parking sensors | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | Front, Rear |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | — | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | Front, Second Row Outboard | AWD: Front, Second Row Outboard RWD: Front | AWD: Front, Second Row Outboard RWD: Front |
| Ventilated seats | Front | Front | Front |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote start | App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start | App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start | App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||
| Sunroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — |
| Power liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 21 in | AWD: 20 in RWD: 19 in | 19 in |
| Headlights | LED Reflector | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
Packages and options (24)
| GT | GT-Line | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GT-Line White Seat Package $195 | — | Optional | — |
| GT-Line Suede Seat Package $295 | — | Optional | — |
| Technology Package $1,500 | — | — | Optional |
| Mud Guards $125 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $65 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with HomeLink $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover $150 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray with Luggage Board $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $175 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Sill Plates, Illuminated $325 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Light Kit $325 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Luggage Board, Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Aurora Black $495 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Glacier $495 | — | — | Optional |
| Gravity Blue | — | — | Optional |
| Interstellar Gray | — | — | Optional |
| Runway Red | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Snow White $495 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Steel Gray | — | — | Optional |
| Steel Matte Gray $695 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Yacht Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Charcoal / Misty Gray | — | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem order guide, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: EV6 2022–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | KIA EV6 SUV BEV RWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | KIA EV6 SUV BEV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | Kia EV6 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 53 |
| 2025 | Kia EV6 SUV RWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 53 |
| 2024 | Kia EV6 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 76 |
| 2024 | Kia EV6 SUV RWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 76 |
| 2023 | Kia EV6 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 137 |
| 2023 | Kia EV6 SUV RWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 137 |
| 2022 | Kia EV6 SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 277 |
| 2022 | Kia EV6 SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 277 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | EV6 AWD GT | Auto (A1) | 83 |
| 2026 | EV6 Long Range AWD (19 inch Wheels) | Auto (A1) | 106 |
| 2026 | EV6 Long Range AWD (20 inch Wheels) | Auto (A1) | 97 |
| 2026 | EV6 Long Range RWD | Auto (A1) | 114 |
| 2026 | EV6 Standard Range RWD | Auto (A1) | 115 |
| 2025 | EV6 AWD GT | Auto (A1) | 83 |
| 2025 | EV6 Long Range AWD (19 inch Wheels) | Auto (A1) | 106 |
| 2025 | EV6 Long Range AWD (20 inch Wheels) | Auto (A1) | 97 |
| 2025 | EV6 Long Range RWD | Auto (A1) | 114 |
| 2025 | EV6 Standard Range RWD | Auto (A1) | 115 |
| 2024 | EV6 AWD GT | Auto (A1) | 83 |
| 2024 | EV6 Long Range AWD (19 inch Wheels) | Auto (A1) | 109 |
| 2024 | EV6 Long Range AWD (20 inch Wheels) | Auto (A1) | 96 |
| 2024 | EV6 Long Range RWD | Auto (A1) | 117 |
| 2024 | EV6 Standard Range RWD | Auto (A1) | 117 |
| 2023 | EV6 AWD GT | Auto (A1) | 79 |
| 2023 | EV6 Long Range AWD (19 inch tires) | Auto (A1) | 109 |
| 2023 | EV6 Long Range AWD (20 inch tires) | Auto (A1) | 96 |
| 2023 | EV6 Long Range RWD | Auto (A1) | 117 |
| 2023 | EV6 Standard Range RWD | Auto (A1) | 117 |
| 2022 | EV6 AWD (Long Range) | Auto (A1) | 105 |
| 2022 | EV6 RWD (Long Range) | Auto (A1) | 117 |
| 2022 | EV6 RWD (Standard Range) | Auto (A1) | 117 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.