Kia EV6 GT: Almost Perfect!

Fun with 1 fatal flaw

Shot on iPhone 14 Pro

[stephaniem.]

If you press and hold the climate/radio switch option, it will allow you to select a default and if you switch it will also go back to default after a few seconds. That will eliminate the need to switch back and forth if you usually only use it for climate and the steering wheel for volume/skipping.

[TechnicallyJeff]

Solid review! I love my EV6 Wind. Couple things I want to note... For the charging port door, you can push on the left side and it will open (if the car is unlocked). For the climate/radio, you can hold down the switch and set a default. For the keyfob, you have to do the remote start first - so lock the car, then hold the start button on the keyfob. Once that's done, if you're within around 15 feet of the car you can move it forward and back. For charging speeds, while it does charge fast, it doesn't charge at 350 kW - it tops out around 240 kW. My biggest note though is that while the GT is a great car, the range (like you said) is the biggest issue. You could get a GT-Line AWD (which would be awesome if you review too and compare) and get much longer range (over 260 miles), still quick acceleration (0-60 in 4.5 seconds), all the comfort features of the GT, and actually with a power driver and passenger seat which the GT doesn't have. It also has the same basic styling, although it has smaller 20" wheels and smaller brakes. BUT I think it's a good compromise. Personally I went with the Wind AWD with the tech package because it was about $5k less than the GT-LIne and still has loads of features. Anyway, thanks for the review Marques!

[darien]

The way Siri chimed in randomly and asked you to repeat the main pain point of the EV6 was timed so perfectly it almost felt scripted the way you just rolled with it. Saved yourself a retake and gave me a chuckle since we've all had Siri butt in when we didn't ask her to.

[tntomcat]

I will agree that the range is an issue which is why I got the RWD Wind. Not as sporty and quick but plenty of power off the line...way more than most people need. Max range, according to manufacturer, is 310...however during most of the year when weather is agreeable, doing mostly commutes, I can actually get 350-360 miles out of it. There are a few drawbacks but the money I have saved thus far is amazing. My favorite car so far and I've owned more than 40 cars in my life.

[RLICGNT]

Felt like this when rented a hyundai Santa fe recently. I drive an infiniti mid tier suv which is way more expensive. I was definitely blown away. They are putting a lot of ingenuity and useful tech into their vehicles. I would def buy one.

[binaryatlas]

I really appreciate you saying that 65k should have better stuff. A lot of YouTubers try to tell me these expensive yet not very impressive EVs are worth the money when they’re not.

[Aeleas]

That "no- no- no" when the music autoplayed is the most relatable thing I've seen on YouTube. I don't know anyone that would ever like that feature.

Edit: I now know several people that like that feature. I still hate it XD

[mplovecraft]

The regular/non-GT version of this is insanely popular where I live. Two neighbours got it and I see several every day. The Model 3 and Y are still more popular here, but the EV6 is right up there. Pretty impressive by KIA.

[algimantaszaltauskas]

Would be great to see a review of a lower end version of the EV6 and compare it to the GT. They seem like far better options on paper with nearly identical interior, significantly higher range and significantly cheaper. Just seems like the cheaper "trim levels" are the ones to get with this one.

[raisinmancereal]

I feel like I mention this all the time, but I really love how you film all these with a cellphone. It adds a different feel to the video and I love it. Thanks again for the awesome, honest review!

[mrTrekirk]

Love my EV6. Nice video. Don't have to go into car to open charge door. Press on the door it will open. 200 miles is not good.

[Jas]

I own the EV6 Wind. You can open the charger port by pressing on it. It’s a great car for me but I do wish they were more competitive in range

[Jaokku]

The lack of wireless Android Auto/Apple Carplay has been annoying for me as well. Best way around it and to leave my phone in the wireless charger has been to get a wireless adapter off of Amazon. It'll plug into the USB port and convert Android Auto/Apple Carplay into wireless. No problems so far and it's been working great.

Edit: The one I use is the Ottocast A2/U2 (Depending if you're using Android Auto or Carplay.

[d-vine]

I ordered my KIA EV6 (edition) and it has RWD with a larger trunk space in the front. And a range of 528 km! That's more than enough here in Europe. I'm surprised that when it comes to cars, and especially electric cars, people are still looking at the faster versions. Check out how much power the car has, great! Ultimately, this is only a very small percentage of people who actually want and can use this. The majority of people, including me (with family), certainly have enough standard power with electric cars. A range of 500+ km is therefore good enough. The EV6 is certainly not a deal breaker! Hopefully people will review the "normal" car more and say you want more, there is also a GT version that drains your battery, good luck. Completely different way of approaching it. But that's what all car reviewers unfortunately do. By the way I love all the content you make, nothing wrong with that keeping up the good work

[xCraziiPanda]

I’ve always watched your tech reviews on your other channel. I really love that you’re emphasizing reviewing vehicles now!

[bbundridge]

To get the parking assist to work, Press the lock button on the fob, press and hold the forward or back button.

[godofdun]

After owning an EV for a bit, I actually care less about range than before, even after doing a couple of short trips that included charging. That being said 200 is still a bit lower than I'd go.

[zoomspider]

Good video review as usual.

I own a uk kia EV6 gt line, rear wheel drive. I regularly get 280 to 300 miles in winter, more in summer. It's pretty swift, obviously not crazy fast like the gt, but perhaps 75% fun and maybe 90% practical.

Car seems to be designed to work well with no/minimal Aircon or heating running which helps range.

As others have mentioned you can the open charging door by pressing on it.

Frunk in rear drive model is large enough to hold the charging cables.

Overall very happy with the car after 1 years ownership.

[littlebigbrother]

I have the GT line with the matte paint, for a year now. Absolutely love it, favorite car I’ve ever owned.

[ralaneu]

I need to give credit to Kia where credit is due. Having driven non-GT variant a long range a deal braker for me was the placement of heated/ventilated seats buttons. Those were capacitive (touch) and extremely easy to slide over and activate by accident - LTT commented on that as well. However in this GT variant those are now proper push buttons! Well done Kia!