Kia EV6 Charge Spec and Overview
Kia EV6 Charge Spec and Overview
The Kia EV6 is a fully electric medium SUV built in South Korea and released in Australia in early 2022. Based on Hyundai’s Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), it shares its drivetrain and battery system with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Genesis GV60. The EV6 offers Vehicle to Load (V2L) functionality, enabling power supply to external devices.
Battery Capacity
Kia EV6:
- 77.4 kWh (Approximately 72.5 kWh usable)
Energy Consumption (WLTP Test Cycle)
- Air 2WD: 16.5 kWh/100 km
- GT: 20.6 kWh/100 km
Driving Range
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Air 2WD:
- WLTP: 528 km
- EPA: 496 km
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GT Line 2WD:
- WLTP: 504 km
- EPA: 496 km
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GT Line AWD:
- WLTP: 484 km
- EPA: 438 km
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EV6 GT:
- WLTP: 424 km
- EPA: 330 km (TBC)
AC Charging Max Rates
- Single-phase: 7.4 kW max
- Three-phase: 11 kW max
DC Fast Charging
The Kia EV6 supports DC fast charging using the CCS2 connector:
- Max DC Charging Speed: 233 kW
- Charging from 0 to 80% in approximately 18 minutes
Approximate Charging Times
Charging Method | 0 to 100% Time |
---|---|
10A Powerpoint | 33 hours |
15A (Caravan Outlet) | 21.5 hours |
32A (1-phase Home EVSE) | 10.7 hours |
32A (3-phase Public EVSE) | 7 hours |
DC Fast Charging (50kW) | 1.6 hours |
DC Fast Charging (350kW) | 18 minutes |
Performance
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Max Power:
- Air 2WD: 168 kW
- GT Line 4WD: 239 kW
- GT: 430 kW
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Acceleration (0-100 km/h):
- Air 2WD: 7.3 seconds
- GT Line 4WD: 5.2 seconds
- GT: 3.5 seconds
Dimensions and Storage
- Length: 4680 mm
- Width: 2152 mm (mirrors out)
- Height: 1545 mm
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Boot Volume:
- 690 L (seats up)
- 1322 L (seats down)
- Front boot: 57 L (2WD) / 24 L (AWD)
Towing Capacity
- 1600 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked (1800 kg braked for GT variant)
Disclaimer
The information provided above is intended as a general guide only. Specifications and charging times may vary based on several factors. Always confirm with the manufacturer for the most up-to-date information before making any purchase decisions.
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