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Kia EV6: Electric crossover on the 800-volt E-GMP platform. The EV6 GT makes 576 hp and runs to 60 in the low threes.
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Electric crossover on the 800-volt E-GMP platform. The EV6 GT makes 576 hp and runs to 60 in the low threes.

The Kia EV6 is the brand breakthrough electric crossover, built on the 800-volt E-GMP platform shared with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Genesis GV60. It pairs striking styling, very fast charging, and strong range, with the EV6 GT delivering 576 horsepower and a sub-four-second sprint to 60 miles per hour, quicker than many supercars. It is one of the most acclaimed EVs of its era. On WhipJury, the EV6 appears as a sharp, fast electric crossover, with the GT the headline.

EV6 specifications

Battery-electric on the 800-volt E-GMP platform. Single- or dual-motor; EV6 GT makes 576 horsepower. Rear-wheel drive or AWD. Very fast DC charging.

Frequently asked questions about Kia EV6

How quick is the EV6 GT?
The EV6 GT makes 576 horsepower and runs to 60 miles per hour in the low three-second range, quicker than many traditional supercars.
What platform does the EV6 use?
The 800-volt E-GMP platform shared with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Genesis GV60, which enables very fast DC charging.
How fast does the EV6 charge?
Its 800-volt architecture supports very rapid DC fast charging, adding large amounts of range in well under 20 minutes under ideal conditions.
Is the EV6 reliable?
It has a strong early reputation and a generous warranty, sharing proven E-GMP hardware with the Ioniq 5 and GV60.
Is the EV6 related to the Ioniq 5?
Yes. Both share the E-GMP platform and core electric hardware, with distinct styling and tuning.

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