Kia EV6

The cabin of the Kia EV6 continues to feel modern and premium. The overall layout remains familiar, but Kia has made small changes that improve usability and give the interior a fresher feel. Material quality is a clear highlight here. Most touchpoints feel solid and well-finished, and the cabin design still manages to look futuristic without becoming complicated.

Cabin Layout and Quality

The dashboard is dominated by a pair of 12.3-inch displays integrated into a single curved panel. The dashboard also gets updated textures, while the new three-spoke steering wheel replaces the earlier two-spoke unit. Overall fit and finish remain impressive, and the EV6 easily holds its own against similarly priced rivals in terms of perceived quality.

Seating Comfort
First Row

The front seats are firm yet supportive, making them comfortable for long drives. They also get heating, ventilation, and Kia’s zero-gravity mode. When the car is stationary, the seats can recline almost like a lounge chair, which is useful during charging stops. We also found the driving position to be excellent, with ample seat and steering adjustments, while visibility remains good despite the EV6’s low stance.

Second Row

Rear seat space is generous in terms of width, knee room and headroom. The backrest can recline slightly, which improves comfort on longer journeys. However, the battery pack under the floor means passengers sit in a slightly knees-up position. This reduces under-thigh support, especially for taller occupants, and we noticed it can become a bit uncomfortable over longer distances.

Kia has taken a simple approach with the EV6 in India. Instead of offering multiple trims, the company sells it in a single fully loaded GT-Line AWD variant. The car comes with the full set of features, performance hardware and safety tech.
The EV6 is positioned as a premium electric offering. Being brought to India as a CBU import contributes to the higher price tag, though the car justifies it with strong performance, advanced technology and a large battery pack. We have listed the Kia EV6’s variant-wise pricing in the Indian market.

Kia EV6 Ex-Showroom Price in India

For many Indian buyers considering an electric car, range continues to be the biggest concern. The updated EV6 addresses this with a larger 84 kWh battery pack, replacing the earlier 77 kWh unit. The result is a claimed range of around 650 km, which puts it among the longest-range EVs currently on sale in India.
Here’s what we found during our evaluation:

• The EV6 offers a claimed range of 663 km on a full charge.
• Driving in Eco mode with the AC on, we covered about 260 km while using roughly 52% of the battery.
• After travelling around 485 km, the battery still had about 10% charge remaining, suggesting a real-world range of roughly 550 km.

As Shamz Raza Naqvi explains, 
“Drive modes, regenerative braking, and driving style all play an important role in maximising range.”

Observed Range Efficiency During Testing

The Kia EV6 comes with a comprehensive set of safety features:

Passive Safety and Crash Protection

The EV6 gets eight airbags as standard, providing protection for the driver, front passenger, and side occupants. The cabin structure feels solid and well-engineered, which helps the car feel reassuring at highway speeds. Basic safety essentials like ABS with EBD are also included as standard equipment. The overall build quality feels robust, and during our evaluation, the EV6 maintained a stable and confidence-inspiring feel at higher highway speeds over long distances.

Active Safety and Stability Systems

The EV6 comes with a 360-degree camera system that makes parking in tight spaces much easier. In addition, the car features a Level-2 ADAS suite that includes systems such as adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, and lane keep assist. During our evaluation, we found these systems to be well-calibrated for Indian driving conditions.

Safety Verdict 

The Kia EV6 facelift has not yet been tested by any NCAP crash-test authority. But with eight airbags, a full suite of electronic stability systems, and Level-2 ADAS technology, the EV6 feels like a thoroughly well-equipped and premium electric car.

The Kia EV6 remains a tech-focused electric vehicle, and the facelift improves usability with updated displays, connectivity, and comfort features inside the cabin.

Infotainment and Interface

• The EV6 uses a curved display setup housing two 12.3-inch screens for the instrument cluster and infotainment system.
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are now supported, which makes daily connectivity simpler.
• The head-up display projects key information like speed and navigation directly in the driver’s line of sight.
• The 14-speaker Meridian sound system delivers clear and immersive audio quality.

Cabin Convenience and Practical Tech

• Front seats get heating, ventilation and a zero-gravity recline mode that allows them to lie back when the car is stationary.
• The EV6 offers wireless phone charging, multiple USB Type-C ports, and voice commands for key controls.
• Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology allows the car to power external devices using its battery.
  Laptops, cameras and small appliances can be plugged directly into the car when needed.

• The Kia EV6 offers practical storage for a premium electric crossover.
• The main boot provides 520 litres of space, which is enough for typical weekend luggage.
• It can accommodate a small, medium and large trolley bag, along with a few soft bags.
• The rear seats have a 60:40 split-folding function to expand cargo space when needed.
• There is also a 20-litre frunk under the bonnet for storing charging cables or small items.
• The boot floor is slightly shallow, so packing bulky luggage may require some planning.

The Kia EV6 balances comfort and performance quite well. It is not a hard-edged sports EV, but it still feels confident and composed in most driving situations.

City Driving

In the city, the Kia EV6 feels easy to drive. We found the throttle response progressive, which works well in slow traffic. The steering is light and this makes the large EV easy to manoeuvre. Despite the 19-inch wheels, the suspension handles bumps well. Multiple levels of regenerative braking also help in stop-and-go traffic, especially when using single-pedal driving.

Highway Driving

On the highway, the EV6 feels stable and planted. The suspension settles well at higher speeds, and the car remains composed even during quick lane changes. With its dual-motor AWD setup producing 320 bhp and 605 Nm, overtakes happen quickly and without much effort.

Shamz Raza Naqvi observes,
“With dual motors and a large battery pack, acceleration in the EV6 is very quick and enjoyable.”

In India, the Kia EV6 facelift follows a simple approach. Instead of offering multiple trims, Kia sells it in one fully loaded variant that includes all the major features, performance hardware and safety systems.
GT-Line AWD: This single variant combines the dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup with the larger 84 kWh battery pack, premium cabin features and advanced safety technologies.

Take a look at what the Kia EV6 variant offers:

The Essentials That You Don't Get

• No multiple variants to choose from
• No lighter interior colour option
• No window blinds for rear passengers

Since the Kia EV6 is offered in India in just one fully loaded GT-Line AWD variant, the buying decision is fairly simple. In our evaluation, the EV6 stands out for three key reasons:

• Strong performance: The dual-motor AWD setup produces 321 bhp and 605 Nm, delivering quick acceleration and effortless overtakes.
• Excellent range: With a claimed range of 663 km, we found the EV6 capable of delivering close to 550 km in real-world conditions on a full charge.
• Feature-rich cabin: The car comes equipped with twin 12.3-inch displays, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a head-up display, Meridian sound system, heated and ventilated seats, and a full Level-2 ADAS suite.

If you’re looking for a premium electric car that combines performance, long driving range and a tech-heavy cabin, the Kia EV6 makes a strong case for itself.