South Korea’s leading automaker Kia is about to launch its first electric car Kia EV6 in the Indian market on June 2. The Booking of Kia EV6 in India will open on 26 May 2022. The company has recently reported this. The EV6 will be the company’s 5th car in India after the Seltos, Sonet, Carnival, and the recently launched Karens MPV. However, this will be the first fully electric car in the company’s Indian portfolio.
According to the company, “The all-electric EV6 is developed with a driver-centric cockpit, Dual Panoramic Screens, an available Augmented Reality Head-up Display, the spaciousness of a 5-passenger crossover, and up to 310 miles of EPA assessed all-electric range on a single charge.”
All Features offered in Kia EV6
Kia EV6 Look and design
The exterior look of the EV6 sports has a modern design, and the main attraction is its connecting taillights that jut out from the rear tailgate. The front of the model gets LED headlamps with a sleek grille positioned above a wide air dam. The model receives enormous 19-inch alloy wheels which adds to its sporty look. The overall layout of the car is quite modern.
- 5-Passenger Sport Crossover
- Standard LED Headlights and Taillights
- Smooth aerodynamic surfaces inspired by nature
- GT-Line exclusive front and rear body-color accents
- GT-Line AWD Exclusive 20-inch Wheels
- Unique rear roof spoiler with embedded Silhouette lamps
- Accessory roof rails for roof cargo carriers are available
Battery pack And Charging
Globally, the Kia EV6 is already available for sale in the international market. This model is offered internationally in two battery packs: a 58kWh unit and a 77.4kWh unit. However, the company is yet to confirm the official configuration of the model for sale in the Indian market.
- 310 mile EPA estimated all-electric range (RWD)
- 274 mile EPA estimated all-electric range (AWD)
- Ultra-fast DC charging adds up to 217 miles in 18 minutes
- Heat Pump preserves range in cold weather (AWD)
- Standard 10-year/100,000mi Battery Warranty
- Add 300 miles range for about $12 (Approx. 931.07 Indian Rupee)
- Up to 320hp and 446 lb-ft of torque
- Low center of gravity and Multi-link Rear Suspension for outstanding handling
- Available Dual Motor e-AWD
- Capable of towing 2,300 pounds
Speed and Range
- 0-60 MPH in 4.6 seconds (AWD)
- 310 mile EPA estimated all-electric range (RWD)
- 274 mile EPA estimated all-electric range (AWD)
- Ultra-fast DC charging adds up to 217 miles in 18 minutes
- Add 300 miles range for about $12 (Approx. 931.07 Indian Rupee)
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Other Features
Internationally, the car has two 12.3-inch screens (one unit each for the instrument cluster and infotainment system), a two-spoke multifunction steering wheel, and paddle shifters for regen function. Some other key cabin highlights inside the car include an electric sunroof, dual-zone climate control, UV-cut glass, ventilated front seats, drive modes, and an electric parking brake with an auto-hold function.
It is worth noting that these features and specifications are of the international-spec model. And the EV6 sold in India may have some different features.
Booking Cancellation Charges
Kia has started taking bookings for the new Kia EV6 without disclosing the price. But customers who cancel the booking if they don’t like the price will have to pay a big amount.
Kia is charging Rs 3 lakh to book the EV6. If the customer chooses to cancel the booking and get the money back, then he will have to pay Rs 50,000 as a cancellation charge. Kia claims that it has received over 300 bookings for EV6.
Kia EV6 got a 5-star rating
Kia is currently selling only ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) cars in the country like Sonet (Sonet), Seltos (Seltos), Carnival (Carnival), and Carens (Carens). The EV6 will be the company’s 5th car in India. However, this will be the first fully electric car in the company’s Indian portfolio. The company has already introduced its electric car EV6 in the global markets.
In the Indian market, this model will be sold through the CBU (completely built-up) route and then later assembled at the company’s local plant. Ahead of the launch of the electric car in the country, ANCAP has given a 5-star rating to the EV6 in its recent crash test.
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