Kia EV6
The 2026 Kia EV6 presents a strong initial reliability profile with zero recalls or complaints logged.
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | Electricity | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — |
| 2025 | suv | Electricity | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — |
| 2024 | suv | Electricity | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — |
| 2023 | suv | Electricity | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — |
| 2022 | suv | Electricity | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 167-576 hp | 258-546 lb-ft |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Trim | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | Trim: GT-Line | GT-Line | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $40,900, MSRP range: $40,900 - $57,695, Confidence: 0.95, notes: Excludes destination charges and potential federal tax credits., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/10/2026 | Trim: GT-Line | GT-Line | USD | $40,900 | $40,900 - $57,695 | 0.95 | Excludes destination charges and potential federal tax credits. | llm_estimate | 6/10/2026 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | tpms | esc | tractionControl | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | laneCenteringAssist |
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| 2026 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2025 Kia EV6 SUV AWD | — | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2025 Kia EV6 SUV AWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2023 | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2023 Kia EV6 SUV AWD | standard | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2023 Kia EV6 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2022 | Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rated vehicle: 2022 Kia EV6 SUV AWD | standard | — | 5 | 5 | — | 2022 Kia EV6 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Kia EV6 presents a strong initial reliability profile with zero recalls or complaints logged.
2025
The 2025 Kia EV6 offers excellent safety ratings and impressive electric efficiency.
2024
The 2024 Kia EV6 presents a compelling electric vehicle option, but used buyers must prioritize confirming the completion of recalls related to the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) due to its potential to cause a loss of drive power.
2023
The 2023 Kia EV6 offers a 5-star safety rating and excellent EPA economy, but potential buyers must address significant early-life reliability concerns, particularly regarding the ICCU and driveshaft.
2022
The 2022 Kia EV6 offers a good reliability score, but potential buyers must prioritize checking for completed recall work, especially concerning the **ICCU** and **parking brake** systems.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Kia EV6?
Carfocal currently has 5 published EV6 reports, covering 2022 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Kia EV6 presents a strong initial reliability profile with zero recalls or complaints logged.
Published year coverage: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Kia EV6 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Kia EV6. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 kia ev6 presents a strong initial reliability profile with zero recalls or complaints logged. and the 2026 kia ev6 offers solid value for used ev shoppers prioritizing efficiency and a good reliability score. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
5 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Kia EV6?
Across Carfocal's published EV6 guides, recurring problem areas include Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), Cabin Air Filter, and Brake Pads/Rotors. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), Cabin Air Filter, and Brake Pads/Rotors.
Supporting data
- Published guides
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- Years tracked
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- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints