Kia has announced U.S. pricing for the 2022 EV6 will begin at US$ 40,900 before a US$ 7,500 federal tax credit and a US$ 1,215 destination fee. As a result, many buyers can expect to pay US$ 34,615 to get their hands on the highly-anticipated vehicle. The entry-level model is known as the EV6 Light and it features a 58 kWh battery pack that powers a rear-mounted electric motor, which develops 167 hp and 349 Nm of torque. This setup enables the car to accelerate from 0-96 km/h in 8.0 seconds, hit a top speed of 185 km/h, and travel 373 km on a single charge.

In terms of equipment, the EV6 Light features LED lighting units, privacy glass, and 19-inch alloy wheels. Buyers will also find a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment system with GPS navigation as well as wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. Staying inside the cabin, there’s cloth and artificial leather seats with heating up front as well as eight-way power adjustment on the driver’s side. Customers will also find a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a wireless smartphone charger, and an automatic climate control system.

 

On the safety front, there’s Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind Spot Collision Warning, Highway Driving Assist, and Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go. They’re joined by High Beam Assist, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Following Assist, and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance. Rounding out the highlights are a rear-view camera and Rear Occupant Alert.

Buyers looking for more range can upgrade to the EV6 Wind, which begins at US$ 47,000 or US$ 40,715 after the tax credit and destination charge is factored in. It features a larger 77.4 kWh battery and a more powerful electric motor that develops 225 hp and 349 Nm of torque. Thanks to the extra power, the 0-96 km/h time drops to 7.2 seconds while the top speed remains unchanged at 185 km/h. More importantly, the range increases to 499 km.

The EV6 Wind is also available with a dual motor all-wheel drive system that produces a combined output of 320 hp and 604 Nm of torque.  This cuts the 0-96 km/h time to an impressive 5.1 seconds, while the top speed climbs to 188 km/h.  However, the all-wheel drive variant starts at US$ 50,900 (US$ 44,615 after the tax credit and destination charge) and has a 77.4 kWh battery that provides 441 km of range.

 

Putting the powertrains aside, the EV6 Wind features a lightly revised exterior with gloss black accents and a power liftgate. The model also has a better equipped cabin that features artificial leather front seats with heating and ventilation as well as eight-way power adjustment on both sides. Other highlights include a Meridian premium audio system, Parking Distance Warning, and a Vehicle-to-Load port.

Continuing up the trim ladder is the EV6 GT-Line, which shares its powertrains with the mid-level EV6 Wind. Pricing starts at US$ 51,200 (US$ 44,915) for the rear-wheel drive variant and US$ 55,900 (US$ 49,615) for the all-wheel drive model. Since the powertrains carryover, the GT-Line is distinguished by a sportier exterior with power deployable door handles, additional body-color components, and a power sunroof. Buyers will also find a unique interior with a “D-shaped” steering wheel, “deluxe” scuff plates, and a revised dashboard. The model also sports an auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink.

Furthermore, the EV6 GT-Line features additional safety equipment and driver assistance systems such as Highway Driving Assist 2. Customers will also find Auto Evasive Steering Assist, Remote Smart Parking Assist, and a Surround View Monitor. Rounding out the highlights are upgraded versions of Smart Cruise Control and Forward Collision Avoidance Assist. The 2022 Kia EV6 is slated to arrive at dealerships in the coming weeks and we’ll have our first drive impressions at the end of the month.