The Kia EV6 is shaping up to be a hit and the company has launched a basic configurator, which gives us a better look at the model and its three trim levels. As you can see, the entry-level EV6 has a crossover-inspired design with black body cladding. The GT and GT-Line have a sportier appearance as they adopt unique bumpers and additional body color components. The range-topping EV6 GT goes even further as it’s distinguished by stylish wheels that are backed up by a braking system with green calipers.
While options will vary by market, the
configurator suggests the EV6 will be available in 11 colors. Unfortunately, it appears the GT and GT-Line
will have a more limited color palette that includes red, white, silver, black
and blue. The interior isn’t customizable, but it provides a 360° view of the
cabin and shows the various trim levels will be distinguished by unique
upholstery and slightly different dashboard toppers. The range-topping model
also boasts heavily bolstered sport seats with green accents and GT badging.
While we can expect to learn more closer
to launch, the EV6 will be offered with rear- and all-wheel drive as well as
standard and long range batteries. At the low end, there’s a 58 kWh battery and
a rear-mounted electric motor that produces 168 hp and 350 Nm of torque. Customers will also be able to order an all-wheel
drive system, which adds a second electric motor and gives the model a combined
output of 232 hp and 605 Nm of torque.
Upgrading to the 77.4 kWh battery rewards
buyers with longer ranges as well as a more powerful electric motor that
develops 225 hp and 350 Nm of torque. With
all-wheel drive, the output climbs to 321 hp and 605 Nm of torque. Of course, the big news is the EV6 GT. It features a long
range battery and a dual motor all-wheel drive system that produces 577 hp and 740 Nm of torque. This enables the model to
accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and travel approximately 405 km on a single charge in the WLTP cycle.
