It is unlikely that it will be available for sale before the end of this year or early in 2022.
Last week, Kia presented its first dedicated battery electric vehicle. This gave us our first look at the low-slung crossover known as the EV6. The details were not disclosed by the Korean company. Two more weeks are needed to see the complete reveal. Kia announced that it will be revealed Tuesday, March 30, at 2:59 p.m.
Kia will give a more detailed rundown of the crossover’s performance specs and available features at the unveiling. The EV6 will be able to ride on Hyundai/Kia’s E-GMP architecture. This scalable platform is capable of supporting a wide range of vehicles, from compact cars to large SUVs. The platform is also the foundation of the Hyundai Infinitiq 5, which the automaker launched last month. Although the platform can provide a range of up to 310 miles (498 km), the EV6 may offer less.
Last week’s unveiling of the EV6’s new design showed off a unique crossover that is low to ground. The brand’s new design language was introduced by Kia. It has retired the original tiger-nose design that was introduced in 2007. The new Kia features a sleek, modern face that incorporates the vehicle’s front wheel arches and sits above a simple lower grille. Its low-riding appearance is aided by its swooping C pillar and raked windshield.
The rear of the EV6 is where the most striking aspect of its design is, with its thin, rear-spanning taillight. The front wheel well is decorated with a stylized rocker panel. This panel rises just before the rear wheels, creating a design line connecting with the taillight. The EV6 has the dual-screen layout required for the instrument cluster and for the infotainment system. It features a slim center console with few buttons and a simple interior design. Keep checking back in a few more weeks to see what else is available.