Kia EV6 GT 2022

Starting price: $61,600

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Ownership summary

Verdict:

Kia EV6 GT 2022 is positioned as an AWD electric SUV where performance is part of the ownership case, not just a spec-sheet extra. The official EPA range is a useful headline, but the BEVDB mixed estimate of about 199 mi and the 145 mi cold-highway scenario are better planning figures.

In daily use, home charging takes about 7 h 43 min from 0-100%; on trips, the 10-80% DC estimate is about 16 min (est.), which should make highway stops manageable. The practical side is documented with 5 seats and 17-44.5 cu ft cargo. The main caveat is that real-world planning should use the BEVDB mixed estimate rather than the official EPA figure. Range confidence is high, while specs completeness is partial.

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Daily drivingHome chargingFamily usePerformance

Main caveatReal-world planning should use the BEVDB mixed estimate rather than the official EPA figure.

Range reality

Official EPA range
263 mi
BEVDB mixed estimate
199 mi
Cold highway estimate
145 mi
Official vs BEVDB gap
-64 mi / -24%

Charging reality

Home charging
0-100% 7 h 43 min
Fast charging
10-80% 16 min (est.)
10-80% range added
140 mi Based on BEVDB combined consumption

Practical ownership

Seats
5
Cargo
17-44.5 cu ft
Battery warranty
No Data

Data quality

Range confidence
High
Specs completeness
Partial
Estimate basis
EPA data + BEVDB model
Missing key data
Battery warranty
City - Mild Weather260 miles
City - Cold Weather180 miles
Highway - Mild Weather177 miles
Highway - Cold Weather145 miles

Estimates of actual range. The values given here are BEVDB estimates calculated from EPA data and usable battery capacity, based on the BEVDB model. The BEVDB real-range card uses four fixed reference scenarios: City (Mild), Highway (Mild), City (Cold), and Highway (Cold). Mild means +20°C (70°F) without intensive climate-control use; cold means -10°C (14°F) with cabin heating. City speed is 50 km/h (30 mph), and highway speed is 110 km/h (70 mph). These figures are not official test results. Actual range will vary depending on speed, temperature, road conditions, road profile, load, tires, and driving style.

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Nominal Capacity77.4 kWh
Usable Capacity74 kWh
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Architecture800 V
Warranty PeriodNo Data
Warranty MileageNo Data
Cathode MaterialNCM

Source: Manufacturer

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Home / Destination

Charging TypeJ1772J1772 icon
Port LocationRear Right
Charge Power10.9 kW
Charge Time AC (0-100%)7 h 43 min
Charge Speed (mild)20 miles/hour
Charge Speed (cold)10 miles/hour

Fast Charging

Fast Charging PortCCS Combo 1CCS Combo 1 icon
Port LocationRear Right
Charge Power (max)233 kW
Charge Power (10-80%)200 kW
Charge Time DC (10-80%)16 min
Charge Speed (mild)350 miles/hour
Charge Speed (cold)270 miles/hour
Autocharge SupportedYes

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge SupportedNo
Supported ProtocolNo Data

Preconditioning

Preconditioning PossibleYes
Automatically using NavigationYes
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Home / destination charging — 0–100%

AC full charge: fastest ~7h 45m
Charging optionPower usedApprox. timeRange per hourNotes
Level 1 · 120V / 12A1.4 kW60h 5m2 mi/h
Level 1 · 120V / 16A1.9 kW44h 15m3 mi/h
Level 2 · 240V / 32A7.7 kW10h 55m12 mi/h
Level 2 · 240V / 40A9.6 kW8h 45m15 mi/h
Level 2 · 240V / 48A10.9 kW7h 45m17 mi/hLimited by vehicle

Fast charging — 10–80%

Fastest DC 10–80%: ~16 min
Charging optionPower usedApprox. timeRange per hourNotes
DC 50 kWCCS connector50 kW avg.1h88 mi/h
DC 150 kWCCS connector126 kW avg.25 min223 mi/hLimited by charger
DC 250+ kWCCS connector200 kW avg.16 min354 mi/hVehicle-limited above 250 kW

Estimated charging times are based on usable battery capacity, charging power and vehicle charging limits. Peak DC power is usually reached only briefly; average 10–80% power is more useful for estimating real charging time. Actual charging speed can vary by charger output, battery temperature, state of charge, weather, software and battery condition.

Acceleration3.5 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed162 mph
Total Power430 kW (585 PS)
Total Torque545.8 lb-ft
EPA Consumption42.7 kWh/100 mi
DriveAWD
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Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L SupportedYes
Max. Output Power3.6 kW
Exterior Outlet(s)1 × J1772 (Adapter)
Interior Outlet(s)1 × Standard Socket

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2H via DC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2G via DC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
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BEVDB model

Combined real range (estimate)198.8 miles
Combined Energy Use (estimate)37 kWh/100 mi

BEVDB estimates use EPA-rated (or derived) consumption and usable battery capacity to model city/highway ranges; the combined value is a weighted mix of city/highway and mild/cold scenarios. See the methodology and data sources for inputs, official source boundaries, fallback rules, and versioning.

EPA

EPA Range263 mi
MPGe CityNo Data
MPGe HighwayNo Data
MPGe Combined79 MPGe
Energy Use42.7 kWh/100 mi

Source: EPA

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Side crash:5 Stars
Front crash:No Data
Rollover resistance:4 Stars
Safety rating:5 Stars
Rating year:2022

Source: NHTSA

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Length184.8 in
Width74.4 in
Width with MirrorsNo Data
Height60.8 in
Wheelbase114.2 in
Weight4850.2 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR)5754.1 lbs
Max. Payload1069.2 lbs
Cargo Volume17 ft³
Cargo Volume Max44.5 ft³
Cargo Volume Frunk0.7 ft³
Roof Load176.4 lbs
Tow Hitch PossibleYes
Towing Weight Unbraked1653.5 lbs
Towing Weight Braked3968.3 lbs
Vertical Load Max220.5 lbs
Have questions about Dimensions and Weight?
Price$61,600
Seats5 people
LATCHYes 2 seats
Turning Circle39 ft
PlatformHMG E-GMP
EV Dedicated PlatformYes
Car BodySUV
Roof RailsNo
Heat PumpYes
HP Standard EquipmentYes

Reminder: Range and energy consumption figures are estimates. Actual results may vary depending on weather, driving style, terrain, and other conditions. Review the BEVDB methodology for estimate boundaries and source labels. If this model page looks wrong, use Contact and include this page URL plus an official source link when possible.