The all-new Kia EV6 electric crossover has been selected as 'German Car of the Year 2022' in the premium category of the selection (German Car of the Year - GCOTY). The innovative crossover wins the prestigious award at a time when it is just arriving in Kia showrooms in Europe.
All-electric EV6 beat rivals like VW ID.4, Audi Q4 e-tron, Škoda Enyaq and others
The innovative EV6 crossover beat a diverse set of competitors, including the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Volkswagen ID.4, Audi Q4 e-tron, Škoda Enyaq and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. A jury of 20 automotive journalists evaluated the new models with basic price between 25,000 and 50,000 EUR. In addition to the three main categories – 'compact' for vehicles priced under EUR 25,000, 'premium' for vehicles priced between EUR 25,000 and EUR 50,000 and 'luxury' for vehicles over EUR 50,000 - the selection also included an additional category of 'new energy' for vehicles , powered exclusively by batteries or hydrogen. The Kia EV6 was in second place in this category.
"The EV6 is not only the first Kia to be built on our new Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), but also the first car to feature our bold new Opposites United design philosophy and brand new company logo," he said. said Luc Donckerwolke, Chief Creative Officer at Hyundai Motor Group. "Emotional design, dynamic performance, impressive range and very fast charging make the EV6 truly special. We are proud to receive the German Car of the Year award in the premium category, which confirms the brilliant work of our Kia team."
The EV6 can travel up to 528 kilometers on a single charge; from 10 to 80 percent battery charge in 18 minutes
The EV6 is Kia's first dedicated battery electric vehicle (BEV) built on the all-new Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). The high-tech platform allows the vehicle to travel up to 528 kilometers on a single charge in the combined WLTP cycle, while the 800-volt advanced charging technology allows the EV6 to be charged from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes. The EV6 also makes good use of class-leading interior space and a wide range of assistance and infotainment technologies.
Buyers can choose between long-range (77.4 kWh) and standard-range (58.0 kWh) battery packs, available in combination with rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The 77.4 kWh battery is available with a 168 kW (229 hp) electric motor and rear-wheel drive, while the AWD versions with two electric motors can produce a total of 239 kW (325 hp). The powerful all-wheel drive GT version with 430 kW (585 hp) and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds will go on sale in late 2022. The 58.0 kWh battery pack is available with a 125 kilowatt electric motor and rear-wheel drive , while AWD versions with two electric motors can offer a total of 173 kW (235 hp).
