The 2022 Kia EV6 Is ‘Bigger Than it Looks’
Judging by its photos, the 2022 Kia EV6 may appear to be a small crossover, but looks can be deceiving. On paper, this electric vehicle is nearly the same length as a Kia Telluride and it sits fairly tall. Additionally, it offers ample space for both cargo and passengers. Which makes it ideal for tackling a variety of automotive roles. All of these things come together to make the 2022 Kia EV6 a practical and modern vehicle.
Better yet, because it is an EV crossover, needing to fill up at the pump will be a thing of the past. And that is why many car shoppers are flocking to the EV segment.
How big is the 2022 Kia EV6?
In terms of cargo space, the EV6 has 28 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats. This gives room for things like gear and groceries. With the rear seat folded down, this model boasts up to 50.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity. And that is because the 2022 Kia EV6 is nearly as long as the three-row SUV from Kia, the Telluride.
It has a wheelbase of 114.2 inches and a total length of 184.8 inches. Its flat floor lends itself to a spacious interior. Which is something that crossover shoppers are likely to appreciate. When properly equipped, the Kia EV6 does offer the ability to tow, with a towing capacity of 2,300 pounds.
In comparison, the 2022 Kia Telluride has a wheelbase of 114.2 inches. But its total length is larger, at 196.9 inches. It also boasts more cargo and passenger space thanks to its third row of seating. The Kia Telluride is currently not available in EV form.
How many passengers can this Kia EV fit?
While it may not have the room that a full-size SUV has, Kia claims the Kia EV6 can sit up to five adult passengers comfortably. Other notable features include available heated and ventilated front seats. Which adds to the overall comfort of this model.
The interior is outfitted with sustainable materials that make for a premium feel. When it comes to tech convenience, the 2022 Kia EV6 has dual panoramic displays and features a navigation system. The head-up display allows the driver to stay focused on the road while consuming important information like speed and more.
Is the Kia EV6 a good EV?
More and more manufacturers are introducing EV crossover models, and Kia is no different. The 2022 Kia EV6 has up to 310 miles in estimated range when equipped with rear-wheel drive. For those in search of an all-wheel drive crossover, when outfitted with AWD the EPA estimated range is 274 miles. Which is a decent number.
If you are in a colder climate and are wondering if EVs can do well in cold weather, according to Car and Driver, the Kia EV6 can come with a heat pump to increase range when the temperature drops. And, with ultra-fast DC charging, the EV6 can add up to 217 miles in range in under 20 minutes.
The 2022 Kia EV6 may look small, but looks can be deceiving
Although the Kia EV6 looks like a small crossover, it offers serious practicality through its good use of interior design. Additionally, features like available AWD mean that this EV is ready to handle things like harsh weather. Plus it still offers seating for five adults. Which gives it an added level of versatility. Even if it had small appearances on the outside.
