Kia has formally unveiled the EV6, it’s new long-range, zero-emissions SUV. The EV6 is Kia’s first car to be based on the company’s dedicated new platform for battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
The 800V charging capability means EV6 can go from 10 to 80 percent battery charge in just 18 minutes, while the GT version, engineered to inspire consumers with exciting driving performance, can accelerate from 0-to-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 260 km/h.
Kia plans to strengthen its EV line-up with 11 new BEV models by 2026 – seven built on E-GMP architecture, and four derivative EVs based on existing models.
Ho Sung Song, Kia’s President & CEO says: “EV6 is the embodiment of the new Kia. It is born to inspire every journey, through bold design, progressive engineering, innovative technologies, and exciting electric performance. EV6 also represents the beginning of Kia’s long-term commitment to sustainable mobility, accelerating the transition not only to clean transportation, but also products, materials and manufacturing.”
The EV6 will be produced in South Korea. It will go on-sale in select global markets starting from the second half of 2021, with online reservations beginning from March 30th in some markets.
The EV6’s world premiere video can be viewed on the Kia Global YouTube channel.
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