Kia has recently unveiled the pricing and updates for their 2024 EV6 electric car, marking the vehicle's third model year in production. As part of Kia's "Plan S" strategy, the 2024 EV6 introduces significant changes, including the introduction of a more substantial 77.4-kWh battery option and new trim designations for both rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (e-AWD) configurations.
Pricing for Different EV6 Models
The pricing for the 2024 Kia EV6 models is as follows:
- EV6 Light RWD: $42,600 (INR ?31,950,000)
- EV6 Light Long Range RWD: $45,950 (INR ?34,462,500)
- EV6 Light e-AWD: $49,850 (INR ?37,387,500)
- EV6 Wind RWD: $48,700 (INR ?36,525,000)
- EV6 Wind e-AWD: $52,600 (INR ?39,450,000)
- EV6 GT-Line RWD: $52,900 (INR ?39,675,000)
- EV6 GT-Line e-AWD: $57,600 (INR ?43,200,000)
- EV6 GT: $61,600 (INR ?46,200,000)
Enhanced Electric Range
One notable improvement in the 2024 EV6 is the increase in electric range compared to its predecessor. The EV6 GT model, for instance, now boasts an EPA-estimated range of 218 miles, marking a 12-mile increase over the 2023 EV6 GT. The range varies for different configurations:
- EV6 Light RWD: 232 miles
- EV6 Light Long Range RWD, EV6 Wind RWD, EV6 GT-Line RWD: 310 miles
- EV6 Light e-AWD, EV6 Wind e-AWD: 282 miles
- EV6 GT-Line e-AWD: 252 miles
- EV6 GT: 218 miles
Safety Features Across All Trims
Kia has prioritized safety by including a suite of advanced safety features as standard across all EV6 trims. These features ensure a secure and comfortable driving experience. Some of these standard drive assist systems include:
- Blind Spot Collision Assistance (BCA)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW) with Vehicle Departure Alert
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist – Car & Pedestrian and Junction Turning
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
- Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control Curve (NSCC-C)
- Parking Distance Warning – Reverse (PDW-R) with an off switch
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Rear Occupant Alert – Door Logic Type (ROA)
- Safe Exit Assist (SEW)
Kia's 2024 EV6 continues to impress with its competitive pricing, enhanced electric range, and comprehensive safety features. Whether you're looking for a long-range cruiser or a city-friendly EV, the EV6 offers a range of options to suit your needs, all while prioritizing driver and passenger safety. It's a compelling choice for those considering an electric vehicle in 2024.