SUV · 5 seats · RWD
Available to orderKia EV6
Everything you need to plan life with a EV6: 8 variants compared, charging times at real charger powers, current prices, and how many stations it can actually use.
- Estimated range*
- 455 km
- Useable battery
- 80 kWh
- 10–80% @ 150 kW
- ~22 min
- Efficiency
- 176 Wh/km
Pick your version
EV6 variants compared
| Variant | Battery | Range* | Drive | 0–100 | Germany | Netherlands | UK | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV6 Long Range 2WD Reference | 80 kWh | 455 km | RWD | 7.3 s | €49,990 | €49,495 | £45,635 | Available |
| EV6 Long Range AWD | 80 kWh | 440 km | AWD | 5.2 s | €53,990 | €55,495 | £52,135 | Available |
| EV6 GT | 80 kWh | 395 km | AWD | 3.5 s | €69,990 | €68,495 | £60,035 | Available |
| EV6 Standard Range 2WD | 60 kWh | 345 km | RWD | 8.7 s | €44,990 | €44,995 | — | Available |
| EV6 Long Range 2WD | 74 kWh | 410 km | RWD | 7.3 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EV6 Long Range AWD | 74 kWh | 400 km | AWD | 5.2 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EV6 GT | 74 kWh | 360 km | AWD | 3.5 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
| EV6 Standard Range 2WD | 54 kWh | 305 km | RWD | 8.5 s | — | — | — | Discontinued |
*Range figures are PlugSphere estimates of real-world driving range under mixed conditions — expect less in winter or at sustained motorway speeds. Prices include VAT for each market; * marks announced-but-unconfirmed prices.
At the charger
How fast does the Kia EV6 charge?
Estimated 10–80% session times for the EV6 Long Range 2WD (80 kWh useable), computed by PlugSphere from the battery size, the 11 kW onboard AC charger and a typical DC charging power of 205 kW.
| Charger | Effective power | 10–80% time | Range added per 10 min |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.4 kW AC | ~6.7 kW | ~8 h 25 min | ~6 km |
| 11 kW AC | ~9.9 kW | ~5 h 39 min | ~9 km |
| 22 kW AC | ~9.9 kW | ~5 h 39 min | ~9 km |
| 50 kW DC | ~50 kW | ~67 min | ~47 km |
| 150 kW DC | ~150 kW | ~22 min | ~142 km |
| 350 kW DC | ~205 kW | ~16 min | ~194 km |
Method: 10–80% covers 70% of the useable battery; AC assumes ~90% charging efficiency; DC assumes the session averages the car's typical charging power up to the charger's limit. Real sessions vary with temperature and battery state.
Out in the real world
Where can a Kia EV6 charge?
144,123
charging stations on the PlugSphere map have a connector this car can use (Type 2 CCS).
38,056
of them offer DC fast charging at 50 kW or more for quicker road-trip stops.
Counts from PlugSphere's worldwide station database (Open Charge Map data), refreshed with each import.
The details
Kia EV6 specifications
Kia EV6 — common questions
Answers computed from this model's data in the PlugSphere database.
Does the Kia EV6 have a heat pump?
Yes — a heat pump is available, which helps protect driving range in cold weather.
Can the Kia EV6 tow?
Yes — a towbar is approved with a braked rating of 750–1,800 kg depending on the variant. Check the exact variant before buying: towing approval differs between battery and drivetrain versions.
Can it power external devices (V2L)?
Yes — vehicle-to-load is supported, so it can run appliances or tools from the traction battery.
What battery does the Kia EV6 use?
The reference variant uses a NCM pack with 80 kWh of useable capacity.
Which public chargers can the Kia EV6 use?
The Kia EV6 charges via Type 2 CCS. On the PlugSphere map that matches 144,123 stations worldwide, of which 38,056 offer 50 kW+ DC fast charging.
How much does it cost to fully charge a Kia EV6?
With its 80 kWh useable battery, a full charge costs about €24.00 at a €0.30/kWh home tariff or roughly €48.00 at a €0.60/kWh public DC charger — before any session or idle fees. Put your own local price into the PlugSphere charging-cost calculator for an exact figure per country and per session.
How long will I be waiting at a charger with a Kia EV6?
Plan around 22 minutes for the usual 10–80% stop at a 150 kW charger — the Kia EV6 sustains roughly 150 kW in a DC session. On AC, a full overnight charge at 11 kW takes about 8 hours. The charging-time calculator covers any charger power and state of charge.
How long does the Kia EV6 battery last?
Expect the pack to outlast its industry-standard warranty of 8 years or 160,000 km to at least 70% capacity: fleet telemetry shows EV batteries losing only around 1.8–2% a year on average. The EV6 uses NCM chemistry — keep daily charging near 80% to age it gently.
How much does a Kia EV6 battery replacement cost?
Out of warranty, a 80 kWh pack costs roughly €8,000–€14,400 at 2026 pack-level prices of €100–180 per kWh, plus labour. Inside the 8-year battery warranty a failing pack is replaced free, and single-module repairs are often a fraction of the full price.
Should I charge the Kia EV6 to 100% every night?
Daily 80% is the kinder habit for this model (NCM chemistry) — reserve 100% charges for long-trip days. Only LFP-battery EVs are designed for routine full charging.
Where should I stop on a long Kia EV6 trip — and what is plan B?
The PlugSphere route planner spaces stops for the Kia EV6's real range (segments of roughly 364 km with a 90% start and 10% reserve) and picks stations along the actual road route — each suggested stop comes with two nearby backup chargers in case the first is busy or offline.
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Data compiled and computed by PlugSphere from manufacturer specifications and public sources; charging and range figures are estimates, not laboratory results. Spot an error? Tell us.