EV6 - A New Dawn for Kia - Part Two (of Two)

We continue our story with the EV6 from earlier this month (link here) and how we see this vehicle not only had “to overcome these hugely important technical hurdles, but such a landmark car also had to feature a cutting-edge design, one that would back-up Kia’s new brand positioning…”

Electric vehicle equality

The EV6 has been created from the outset as a high-tech battery electric vehicle to ease 'range anxiety' and bring electrification to the mainstream. Today, many electric vehicles on the market are based on the same features as existing cars equipped with internal combustion engines. This creates huge packaging, weight, performance, and real-world driving range issues. However, our EV6 is developed from a brand new and highly sophisticated purpose-built electric vehicle architecture. The e-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform) features the latest technology and systems to deliver the best EV characteristics without compromise. 

When we first sat down to create our EV6, two things were high up on the 'must make this happen' development agenda. The first was the democratization of electric vehicles – emissions-free driving should be for all! The time has come to make the electric vehicle the main family car of the household. The second factor was overcoming 'charging-time anxiety' – a fair concern by consumers but a phenomenon that all carmakers can develop with state-of-the-art charging tech.

800V fast-charging capabilities used to be reserved for just a handful of ultra-high-performance BEVs. The EV6's advanced technology will enable users to charge 80% of the car's battery in just 18 minutes; that's quicker than most smartphones! What's more, the EV6 can travel up to 510 kilometres on a single charge. Customers will finally be able to enjoy the silent, torque-rich driving experience of an electric vehicle without the inconvenience of high recharging times and a limited real-world range. We are creating 'electric vehicle equality' with the EV6.

Anyone who steps into the EV6 will also appreciate the vehicle's world-class interior space. This is an electric vehicle designed for everyday family life and to be THE family car. The EV6's flat floor provides a luxurious space for passengers to travel in complete comfort without the need for a transmission tunnel.

The EV6 is also our first car in our brand new design language: "Opposites United." The silhouette of the EV6 is sleek and aerodynamic, contrasting with sharp lines and high-tech details. Wheels set at the far corners and a swept-back windscreen generate a sense of dynamism and purpose, while bold rear haunches add volume and presence. Owning an EV6 makes you feel good because you have a car that's environmentally friendly, brilliant to drive, and designed with style and refinement in mind. 

These landmark attributes will ensure the EV6 can lead today's electric vehicle revolution. More importantly, it signals to the world how our company is actively committed to a sustainable future for us all!