The facelifted Kia EV6 has been unveiled in South Korea, and it looks even more striking than the model it replaces. In addition to various exterior and interior changes, the electric crossover also introduces a new battery.

The redesigned exterior of the 2025 Kia EV6 features angular LED daytime running lights and headlamps inspired by the company’s earlier EV concepts. Alongside these changes are a modified front fascia, a new bumper, and an updated lower grille area. The vehicle also sports signature wheels available in two new designs—black and silver—and comes in sizes ranging from 19-inch to 20-inch. The rear maintains its iconic single LED light bar.

Inside, the 2025 Kia EV6 showcases a significant tech uplift. The model includes a curved panoramic screen combining both digital instrument cluster and infotainment display functionalities. Notably, it introduces a fingerprint reader that allows starting the vehicle without a key. Other enhancements include wireless connectivity options for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an augmented reality navigation system, and an improved head-up display.

The EV6 continues to support over-the-air updates, but while these were previously limited to navigation updates, the electric vehicle now also supports over-the-air updates for key electronic control systems.

Hyundai Motor Group's latest 84 kWh battery is under the Kia's new skin. It replaces the 77.4 kWh pack of the outgoing model. The upgraded battery capacity extends its range – offering up to 494 km (about 307 miles) on a charge with 19-inch wheels while supporting fast charging that can take the battery from 10% to 80% in just about 18 minutes. The standard rear-wheel-drive Kia EV6 produces 225 hp (168 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque, while the twin-engine versions pack 320 hp (239 kW) and 605 Nm (446 lb-ft).

In terms of pricing for the South Korean market, different variants have been detailed: from the Light Variant priced at around $40,500 to the GT-Line costing approximately $46,100.

Source: Kia

Евгений Ушаков
Evgenii Ushakov
15 years driving