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2022 Kia EV6 crossover arrives as brand’s first dedicated battery electric vehicle

Kia’s first dedicated EV signals the beginning of the brand’s transformative ‘Plan S’ electrification strategy.

The all-new 2022 Kia EV6 crossover arrives as the brand’s first dedicated battery electric vehicle (BEV). The introduction of EV6 signals the launch of Kia’s ‘Plan S’ strategy that will deliver 11 all-new electrified models across the world by 2026. 

Starting with the EV6, Kia’s EV lineup will carry a unique naming convention. The “EV” designation will be followed by a number that indicates the car’s position in the lineup.

The E-GMP modular platform maximizes development efficiency and enables the Kia brand to expand its dedicated EV portfolio across multiple vehicle segments – sedans, CUVs, SUVs – in a short time and with minimal complexity. The architecture provides an adaptable foundation with a long wheelbase and wide stance. 

The EV6’s proportions unify Kia’s all-new “Opposites United” design language and deliver crossover functionality.  The visual language combines classic sports car inspiration with high-tech cues, modern CUV styling and a coupe-like profile.  The EV6 has the same 114.2-inch wheelbase as the Kia Telluride, and compares with the width of a Ford Mustang Mach E and the wheelbase and ground clearance of a Tesla Model Y.

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The EV platform also enables jaw-dropping performance, AWD capability, ultra-fast charging times.  The vehicle delivers up to an estimated 300-miles of all-electric range (AER), vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, and a flat-floor interior that utilizes sustainable materials throughout the cabin. The EV6 also offers a wide array of advanced driver assistance systems, adding an unprecedented level of connectivity and safety.

“The EV6 marks a new and transformative era in Kia electrification,” said Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia North America, Kia America. “This innovative crossover leverages the many benefits of its advanced platform to offer a level of technological excitement and convenience that will provide a superb ownership experience.”     

The first EV6 models are expected to go on sale in early 2022 with the GT arriving in late 2022. 

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