The Kia EV6 kicked off Kia’s EV lineup as a sleek and stylish SUV, offering both efficiency and utility in one package. And, building on this idea, Kia is refreshing this model for 2025, with updated styling, new tech, and updated EV architecture! So, is this EV6 ready to compete with the best-selling Tesla Model Y? This article is going to cover all of the updates for the 2025 Kia EV6 but be sure to watch the video at the bottom of this article for an in-depth design review!

What’s New for 2025?

  • Refreshed model for 2025
  • Updated Exterior Design
  • New Interior and features
  • Same trims with new battery, improved range

Trims and Pricing

MSRP w/ RWD unless noted

Light: $42,900

Light Long Range: $46,200

Wind: $50,300

GT-Line: $54,200

GT AWD: $63,800

Though prices do rise for 2025, the EV6 should be available with some, if not all, of the US EV Tax Credit, if applicable.

Air Ball and Slam Dunk

Slam Dunk: The refresh adds many needed elements and makes this model look even better

Air Ball: We wish Kia would’ve removed the finnicky AC/Media Controls

EV6 Front
EV6 Grille
EV6 Lights
EV6 WHeels
EV6 Side
EV6 Rear 3/4
EV6 Rear

Design and Features

As mentioned above, please watch the video linked below for a full in-depth exploration of the exterior design and differences. While the design changes for the EV6 this year are by no means radical, they are meaningful in our eyes. The biggest change will be the new LED Headlights, which we think are a welcome addition with further maturity to the EV6’s looks. If you want an even sportier design, the GT-Line and GT models still exist.

Here is the full breakdown of what we know about the feature availability:

Feature

Availability

Exterior

LED Headlights

Standard with Projector LEDs | GT-Line+: Animations and additional DRLs

LED Fog Lamps

Not Available

Wheels

19-21-inch alloys depending on trim

Mirrors

Heated, BSM, and power folding

Charge Port

Newly standard with NACS and CCS Adapter

LED Taillights

Standard LED

Rear Wiper

Not Available

Towing Capacity

2,700 lbs max

Forward Emergency Braking

Standard on all EV6 Models

Lane Keep Assist

Auto High Beams

Adaptive Cruise Control w/ Highway Drive Assist 1.0

Highway Drive Assist 2.0

Wind+

 

When it comes to the Interior, the EV6 will also be well-equipped on all trims.

Interior

Smart Entry and Remote Start

Standard

Seat Materials

Cloth or SynTex Leatherette Available

Seat Adjustment

Standard: Power Adjusting | Wind+: Memory

Push Button Start

Standard

Gauge Cluster

Standard: 12.3-in full digital display

Blind View Monitor

Wind+

Heads-up Display

GT-Line+

Steering Wheel

Standard: Leatherette Wrapped | GT: Heating (optional on most lower trims)

Rain-Sensing Wipers

Available

Wireless Charging

Standard

360 Degree Camera

Wind+

2-Zone Climate Controls

Standard

Seat Climate

Heated Seats: Standard | Ventilated Seats: Wind+

Audio System

Standard: 6-Speakers | GT-Line+: Meridian Audio

Screen

Standard: 12.3-inch display with Wired Connections

Auto Dimming Mirror

Standard

Moonroof

Panoramic Standard on GT-Line+

 

The rear of the EV6 is also well-equipped, despite its sloping roofline.

Rear Amenities

Heated Rear Seats

GT | Standard with AWD

USB Ports and Vents

Standard

Tailgate

Hands-Free Power on Wind+

 

For in depth details on the 2025 EV6, watch our full look review linked at the bottom of this article.

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What’s Under the Hood?

The EV6 continues to offer multiple motor and power configurations depending on your needs. Battery sizes are also increased to 63 kWh on the Light Standard Range, and 84 kWh on all remaining models:

  • RWD:
    • Standard on main trims
    • 225 hp | 258 lb.ft
    • Range -> 319 miles
    • 0-60: 3s
  • Dual-Motor AWD:
    • Optional on Light LR/Wind/GT-Line
    • 320 hp | 446 lb.ft
    • Range -> 295 Miles (270 GT-Line)
    • 0-60: 0s
    • AWD models add a heat pump
  • Standard Range RWD:
    • Light Only
    • 167 hp | 258 lb.ft
    • Range: 240 miles
  • GT:
    • Dual motor AWD Standard
    • 601 hp | 545 lb.ft (Launch: 641 hp | 568 lb.ft)
    • Range: 231 miles

Do keep in mind that your charging speeds drop about 100 kW with the new standard NACS charger.

We hope you have found this overview of the 2025 Kia EV6 helpful! For a more detailed first look of the EV6, please watch our video below! What do you think of the 2025 Kia EV6? Let us know in the comments!