Kia EV6: Electric mobility in India is still in its infancy, but if there’s one car that’s several miles ahead of the curve, it’s the Kia EV6.
It is not just an EV: It is Kia’s first dedicated EV and is designed to not only impress from every angle, but be as exciting to drive as it is to look at.
It doesn’t come cheap Yes, the EV6 is not trying to be yet another budget EV. This is a genuine premium package, one that holds its own in an international lineup – and in some areas, bests them.
Now let’s get into what makes the Kia EV6 so special.
Design: A Head-Turner (That’s Also Useful)
The first thing you notice about the Kia EV6 is this thing is futuristic. It has that concept-car feel, but nothing comes off as over the top.
From the angular LED headlamps and fluid profile, to the tucked in door handles and the one-of-a-kind “digital tiger face” grille, everything about it says “I’m here, and I look good,” in a way that’s aerodynamic and eye-catching.
The rear is particularly eye-catching due to its full-width LED light bar and sloping roofline.
You won’t mistake it for a normal passenger vehicle, but the design, while boxy, pulls from both SUVs and performance sedans, so that the Model X looks like a fast car even when it’s still.
Inside: Modern, Minimal and Loaded
Step inside and the cabin is anything but carlike; it’s more spaceship. The curved dual 12.3-inch displays span the dashboard, replacing the traditional infotainment screen and digital instrument cluster.
Materials have a high-quality feel: there is a fair amount of soft-touch surface area, eco-friendly fabrics, and a layout that isn’t overwhelmed by buttons.
‘Despite its sporty looks, the EV6 has a generous amount of space. Both rows have plenty of legroom, headroom and legroo, with the e-GMP-platformed flat floor adding to the rear seat’s comfort.
Combine that with a spacious boot and small frunk (front trunk), and you’ve got a car that’s as practical as it is good-looking.
Performance: Silent Thunder
The EV6 for India is equipped with a 77.4 kWh battery pack and offered in two powertrain choices — rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD).
In RWD, it can make 229 hp, and AWD can offer up 325 hp, a spicy punchline to its robust 500 lb-ft of torque. No matter which version you have the car feels rapid, it’s instantly on the job thanks to that electric drivetrain.
on lawn tires 0-60 in a barely over 5 seconds (in AWD)? That’s lap of the gods performance territory.
The EV6, though, still feels solid and planted, and it delivers a sophisticated, quiet ride with surprisingly playful handling.
The claimed range? Upto 708 km (ARAI-certified). Practical numbers are a bit less – 500 to 550 km, which is still very nice.
And with 800V ultra-fast charging capacity the battery charges from 10 per cent to 80 per cent in just 18 minutes, when plugged into a compatible charger.
Technology and Safety
Kia hasn’t cut corners here. The EV6 hews to the belt-and-suspenders model-bloat philosophy, and comes loaded with stuff — vented seats, dual-zone climate control, a premium Meridian sound system, wireless charging for your phone, a panoramic sunroof and so on.
In terms of safety, the Fortuner covers all bases with dual airbags, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), 360-degree camera, ABS, ESC and more. It’s sturdily booked, and it feels it; it’s no Achillies Heel.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
Striking, futuristic design
Excellent real-world range
800V support and fast charging option
Feature-rich, high-tech cabin
Excellent performance, particularly when equipped with AWD
Cons:
Expensive (₹60 to 65 lakh range)
Scarce fast-charging network in India
Rearward visibility is not as good
Not available with FAME-II subsidy because of On Road Price
Kia EV6: Final Verdict
The Kia EV6 is not trying to play it safe. It is also bold, ambitious – and refreshingly different.
For those who are willing to take the EV plunge and sacrifice nothing in performance, luxury or design, the EV6 stands as a compelling pick.
Yeah, it’s expensive — but for what you get out of it, it feels very worth it.
In a nation that is gradually adopting for electric, the EV6 feels like a taste of what’s next — if not now.
If you’re the kind of person who loves the latest tech in a head-turning form, this one’s basically got your name all over it.