New Kia EV6 review: the best electric car in the world!
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- Опубліковано 28 тра 2024
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This is the all-new Kia EV6!
It’s Kia’s first purpose-built electric car, and Mat’s on hand to see if it has what it takes to go toe-to-toe with some of the class-leading German crossover EVs!
For starters, there’s no denying that the EV6 looks great. Whatever angle you look at it from the outside, the Kia has a sporty edge that helps it stand out. What’s more, when you take a step inside, it’s packed full of all-new tech, including Kia’s latest infotainment system! That’s not all though, you can even use the EV6’s vehicle-to-load feature to use the car as a portable power supply!
In terms of performance, there’s a variety of different options available, with the class leader delivering 325hp! All models come packing a 77kWh battery, and it has a claimed range of 316 miles.
So with a starting price of £41,000, is the EV6 THE must-have electric car of 2021? You’ll have to stick with Mat to find out!
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So, is the EV6 the best EV in the world? LIKE if you agree, or COMMENT with what you'd choose instead!
Hi
I pray that everyone that is reading this becomes successful in life❤️
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You're the best
Porsche Taycan, Mercedes EQS, Model S Plaid, Audi e-tron GT, Lucid Air
Mat then: *flexing his Burberry*
Mat now: *flexing his Galaxy Fold*
@@benedictuswinner3995 There is no Plaid + anymore. Tesla announced that they've canceled it in favor of the regular Plaid.
@@moa-wg3bo the M3 isn’t his, it’s a long term loaner from BMW
@@benedictuswinner3995 How will he flex a non - existent car?
Costa Coffee taste terrible in my country. No need to flex that.
He's gotta get the fold3 if he wants to keep flexing
Fun fact: the full recline feature is called the "zero gravity" mode. What it means is that the seat reclines at a specific angle so that your weight is distributed more evenly, improving blood circulation so you're going to feel like weightless. It's a very Korean thing
TIL
No fun
@@michagabo8819 no god.
haha
Kia Kaha (in NZ)
This is the most complete car on the market. It’s a no brain decision if you’re in the market for a new vehicle. Not only is it everything you need in a car, it’s also gorgeous in real life. I’m absolutely in love
@massimohack1367 says a lot about your knowledge lmfao overpriced stfu
"The noise like the tripods in the War of the Worlds" has me still laughing
Great reference!
Its crazy how much KIA has stepped up their game. I used to say “KIA’s are just boring cars” but now I really want one!
🤣🤣😛😛
KIA Stinger GT😍
agreed .. man wow very nice car looks like
They are great cars. I own a 2012 kia forte Koup. The only downside to them is their engines aren't the strongest. My head gasket went out prematurely, cause my engine head to become warped. Got it fixed but they are nice cars.
I own a Porsche and an Audi SUV and never thought I would be impressed by a freaking KIA... would i buy it? nope. lol...
I am old enough to remember a time when Kia was the cheaper sister brand of rather low rent Korean manufacturer Hyundai...this was the early 1990s. But move forward 5 years, and the cars were actually OK: reliable, fairly robust, quite simple and still unsophisticated on the road. Move forward another decade to the mid late 2000s, the cars were becoming very reliable and were displaying hints of innovation and style. And then it really went up a level with the Kia Stinger GT in 2017: excellent design, superb build quality...and the thing drives like an old school BMW.
And now...this. You've come a long way, baby!
You summed this up very well
@@ojsimpson9516 the Stinger isn't quite that good. But I agree.
@@ojsimpson9516 they're basically engineered by Germans now 😅
I owned 2 Kia cars never had a single issue. Really loved the simplicity and reliability ok the ride and comfort were not perfect but overall they are good cars and I miss my old niro. Kia will be catching up to the likes of merc and bmw in terms of comfort in the near future no doubt about it.
So true! we used to say ‚kia kia kierowca bierze do ryja’ but not anymore! i have a feeling that after my new vw i will buy kia
if somebody wonder what i wrote: drivers of kia like to take in mouth
The electric cars of the Korean car brands are really impressive. Take notes European manufacturers
KIA/Hyundai way better than VW (ID) , BOLT, LEAF and Muck-e.
I think they are Comparable to TESLA, for those NOT wanting a TESLA.
I'm a BMW fan (currently have 4 series and have had all the classics E30, E34 etc) but when it comes to EV the Koreans are bringing so much to the game. It might sound crazy but I'd rather have this than an BMW, Audi or Mercedes SUV, the full-blooded Kia version will launch in 3,5 seconds. I mean come on that's mindlblowing, it's a freaking KIA!
@@aaa84gt - KIA/Hyundai have really upped their game.
I remember when the Excel started selling in the USA.
a long way they have come.
@@markplott4820 I remember the 90s Kia Sonata, I thought that was the worst sedan ever. Now look at them, fantastic
@@aaa84gt - YUP.
For a few years now KIA have had one of the strongest line ups in the industry. A comprehensive range of good looking, well engineered cars still offering good value and a first class warranty. They make most of their rivals, including others which might traditionally have looked down their noses at KIA, looking very ordinary. The EV6 is a brilliant car.
Genesis looks fab too
Those 7 years of warranty are just crazy
It’s like Kia made this car specifically for Carwow and Matt! They have probably watch all the videos over the last 2 years and thought, Matt likes this, Matt likes that, let’s build it! Not disappointed either.
Ya I think so 😅
He is overly forgiving though. "Scratchiness" and cheap feeling plastics are usually a big problem for him, here he glosses over it as "to be expected" and there is "only a little wobbliness in the center console", while he flexes the thing from side to side by almost an inch.
I feel Mat has a thing for the underdog and lets that cloud his impartiality a bit sometimes. You can also see that in the drag races.
Of course the standards for a "cheaper" car will be lower than for some 80 000 to 120 000 Pound car, but still it seems he just enjoys reviewing stuff that isn't in the premium segment, even though he himself seems to only drive the expensive stuff.
@@TrangleC you're saying that as if it's a bad thing lol
Was thinking the same
P.O.V : It's Matt who changed not Kia.
(I'm being honest here.)
Honestly Kia/ Hyundai are making some pretty good looking cars
Kia making some really nice car, while bmw has been making the most ugly cars every made.
I agree, especially Genesis
They are taking up the market that Toyota should've been focusing on.
New Kia EV6 review: the best electric car in the world. Tesla: Am i a joke to you?
Thanks to VW personnel, tech and engineers.
I drove one of these last night and wow! I have to say, I agree with Mat on just about every point. My son (the salesman) said it actually feels better, each time you drive it. Can't wait to change my car now - EV6 here we come (when the charging network is sorted!)😁
8:30 what happens if you split the plug-in power with 2 appliances running at the same time (eg: high voltage microwave and a large toaster oven), will it trip the fuse shutting down both appliances? you know someone is going to run a multi outlet power strip wondering what they can power all at the same time with this
So, never
I own a Porsche and an Audi SUV and never thought I would be impressed by a freaking KIA...
I own a Porsche too also a Model X And Cybertruck
Brag
@@Ditosev78 prove it… what’s your instagram
Lol brag much 🤣
I own a Lambo and a Bugatti, yet here I am
Really impressed with the Kia EV6. Kia have come such a long way over the last 2 decades.
Rover smoking on the side nervously
It's a shame their dealers are no good. Imagine trying to buy a stinger which is in competition with Jaguar dealers. No comparison.
I am particularly impressed, that electric cars are becoming more popular and required. Besides the fact that people have started to realize the neccesity of environment protection, it is also a good sign of the technological progress, which always gives me a hope, that mankind will finally learn how to live in harmony with nature and each other.
these are hyundai social marketing spams.
you see "hyundai is killing it!" or "hyundai come a long way" or i "just go the car and love it"
comments on almost every hyundai video?
thats them.
@@newchannel1220 so your saying I work for kia/hyundai because of my positive comment? or did I read that wrong?
Drinking game: take a shot every time Mat has shown off his Samsung z fold 2 in a video
Lmao he's been flexing it every time
Also damn, you're under most car videos especially carwow videos right when they're uploaded
@@straightbusta2609 exactly
i mean can you blame him?😂
I got a Fold 3 and Id say some people in public just think you are a bit of a nob when I unfold it xD
He's always been a phone Flexer though. Not in a bad way. You can just tell her loves his phones
Have to say, KIA really knows how to design cars in the mid-range section
So instead of Kia it has learned to look in the medium-high range, precisely because it adopts a different policy. Look at how many cars it has sold worldwide in the last 2 years (with a 7-year warranty), to understand the reason for this huge growth.
Your reviews are the best on YT. You show everything, honest and funny. Keep up the good work!
The brakes sounds like a ship horn.
Yeah, bro.
I refuse to believe it’s that fucking loud
I think it's the pedestrian warning system, not the brakes.
Remember it's a prototype, that will be fixed.
@@theactivecoconut6077 I guess you wish that all new electric cars have no sound, so it would scare all the pedestrians?
Believe it or not, all electric cars emitting warning sounds at low speeds is mandatory both in Europe and North America.
I saw an Ioniq 5 on the road around midnight few days ago. Pretty sure it was a test vehicle. The lights looked very cool.
I saw one on the roads some days ago, too. It looked stunning.
Saw one like 2 days ago it's the best looking EV I've ever seen
I was looking at ioniq 5 and kia 6. Both cars are.. ok? I mean sure compared to most EVs they look good, but for me the look is just too much. Almost like it is targeted towards 18 year olds.
Had to go with the Tesla Y because it looks more clean and mature
Love your videos man, still go the same spark to them. Quick and clear explanation of normal life stuff that many others gloss over. And the look at 8:18 is pure comedy, also the link to War Of the Worlds is just the kind of thing I might come up with. Very enjoyable review! Thanks!
A mate bought one last week & gave me a lift today & it's amazing, he put his foot down & i got pinned into my seat, i didn't realise performance like this could be achieved with an electric car.
Those headrests mean that passengers can’t stab you in the back of the head with an ice-pick… They thought of everything!
😂 very important
Top Tip: I always ask my passengers if they're psychotic before they get in!
That's a common problems in East Asia
They can still strangle you with a piece of piano wire.
Get better friends/passangers
Hyundai/Kia have been really killing it lately. In all forms.
no supercharger network
@@whocares264 Uh, Tesla is opening up their network to other manufacturers this year/early next. Next.
@@TimHesse Tesla opened there superchargers in the Netherlands ..bad for Tesla owners and it will loss Tesla buyers if this expands to other counties ... sad that other car manufacturers need the support of Tesla rather than build there own supercharger network.. Uh
They are all part the same company here in Korea, little blury their relation , but is all one company
@@whocares264 kia is part of the ionity consortium. So technically they are building their "supercharger" network.
I just received my new Kia EV6 today and I absolutely love it so I’m glad I just went right ahead and bought it
First time I ever thought I would like to own a Kia. Looks amazing and has all the tech.
Same
Becoming more and more impressed with the Korean brands. The future is bright.
I really like the looks of the Hyundai Ioniq 5
Nowadays their design language is better than European and American electric vehicles.
The Hyundai i30 I owned around 10 years ago was impressive for the price. Totally reliable. Some aspects of the interior quality were questionable regarding the quality of some of the plastics etc. But you couldn't fault the actual build quality, which was solid. Even back then, I thought the brand had great potential.
I LOVE YOU❤️❤️
@@gouthamjayan3955 lol clearly u haven’t seen the EQS then
Wow. Never seen Matt that positive about a car on so many levels.
Me neither.......
The higher the commission, the bigger the enthusiasm.🤣
If this is his house and grounds, no wonder he’s super happy…,
@@redlinepiano8595 not really.. you can tell that he is being honest instead of BS us.
well i mean it's an electric car and even more it's a KIA it's really unique.
I love how the center console looks likes a spaceship!
This car is really fly and that new Kia logo is RIDICULOUSLY better than their old one lol
I hope they might have Autonomous driving someday (3-4 years) but might be wishful thinking.
KIA has come a long way, stepping up for sure.
So far, we have bought Kia's (2 Rios and 1 Soul) over the past 12 years. They may be boring but are easy to fix and they get good gas mileage.
Don’t park your Hyundai Kona EV inside because it could catch fire
Hyundai is recalling more than 80,000 EVs over battery fire concerns
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a recall for 2019-2020 Hyundai Kona and 2020 Hyundai Ioniq electric vehicles after over a dozen battery fires were reported. The agency is also warning owners against parking their vehicles near their homes or any flammable structure.
“Oh mate, i won’t buy that, cause its a Kia”, whoever still says that needs a wake up call, the South Koreans are firmly established firms instead of jokes nowadays. Kia and Hyundai are doing good stuff, some of which are so underrated, Kia Stinger GTS especially. Also, did you hear that noise when the EV6 was accelerating? (13:03) Sounds cool!
Omg you are right
Not as cool as a V8.
4 variable sounds are available
What are you talking about, I literally never seen or heard people saying that.
@@CM-le4yh I was watching another video on this car last week, I saw at least 3 comments like this.
Thanks for doing the 360 car seat test and for a great review, as always!
I test drove the EV6 GT and it is every thing Matt said. Incredible car.
It has now become my most favourite EV to own one day
A fellow EQS fan I see :D
But yeah I agree this Kia's amazing.
@@TD1237 Lol
@@TD1237 EQS is iPad on wheels looking like a soap. This one looks exciting
@@acharya8959
Looks only?
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Mat flexing his Galaxy Fold 2 whenever he can lol
Fold 2 lol😆😂
It’s a Fold 2
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He will smash that thing soon as always every his phone 🤣
@@shanilw1218 aah my bad
Love your detailed review. Helpful the rear seating evaluation. My go to car channel
You actually nailed it when you said it makes the tripod sound of War of the Worlds, it was exactly what Came up to mind
I really think that Kia has outdone themselves here. I've never wanted a Kia so bad
me neither 🥲 ahhh
the front is stolen off the vw golf though
@@moa-wg3bo this is faster than the stinger.
@@moa-wg3bo The EV6 is faster than a Stinger GT(atleast on 0-60mph times on seconds), what an irony.
@@johndavidson3424 V6 stinger does 0 - 60 in 4.7 seconds
First the Stinger. Now this. Kia really are coming up with really attractive designs.
hahahahahahahahahahaha
”Coming up” what a fancy word you use for copying
🤣
Kia copied Maruti Suzuki baleno
Cheaters
Tesla need a new design team if they're to keep up .
@@metube9541 HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAAHAHAH BAHHABABHABAHBAHAAHAHAHAA
I own a Kia and I am impressed by a Kia.
I sat in the ev6 today at the driver position and rear position. I'm six foot six and sat comfortable enough for a trip from the NL to AT without touching my head against the roof.
Can't believe theay are same KIA of 1990s... They have evolved so well
early 2000 s kia is really good for that prices man
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Looks like a winner. The screens look lovely.
these are hyundai social marketing spams.
you see "hyundai is killing it!" or "hyundai come a long way" or i "just go the car and love it"
comments on almost every hyundai video?
thats them.
@@newchannel1220 Mmm, it's a Kia so....
@@newchannel1220 Why do we have to think everyone should hating on what Kia is doing these days? They are ACTUALLY making some great cars.
@@newchannel1220 And plus, i saw you SPAMMING this comments in every Hyundai kia Genesis reviews. You are the one spamming everywhere.
@@newchannel1220 looooooool, no. People are just speaking the truth. You sound like a fanboy.
The Kia EV6 makes the best sound when accelerating, I’ve ever heard
What an awesome review! Kudos from Korea!
Kia had really up their game recently. They’re killing it
Kia good updoots to left
I'm fuckin joking around lmao yeah they've been kicking it
The Koreans really are nailing it when it comes to EV's. Both Kia and Hyundai are producing some of the best and most efficient EV's around.... The Polestar comes close on tech and looks, but that's Chinese. The Kia's long term quality and reliability will probably beat the Polestar's.........
@@Brian-om2hh kia and hyundai are one company
@@Brian-om2hhthe Polestar is built in China, but designed in Sweden for a Swedish company. I would take that over this any day, manly because I've never sat in a Kia or Hyundai with comfortable seats, this car doesn't seem to change that opinion.
@@MaximilianvonPinneberg my CEED gt has full recaros factory fitted heated and all that shit they’re comfy and I’ve sat in a lot of cars
Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant. This could be my next car.
Will be my next car.
@@wobby1516 Enjoy your new car. It looks like a winner. When they upgrade their app and start doing over the air updates you'll love it even more. Be sure to get the single motor edition so you have that extra space in front. It really comes in handy for long vacations. And don't forget to sign up in advance for all the different types of charging stations you'll need for driving cross country. I love those reclining seats.
I've seen one in pure black. It is magnificent. Maybe one of the most beautiful modern electric cars I have seen. Just crazy beautiful.
Seen various reviews on the ev6, including this one but keep coming back to rewatch it just because it’s so good.
What happens if you press and hold the toggle that switches between media and air conditioning?
Would love a head-to-head comparison of some key features to consider for those maybe considering the EV6 and Ioniq 5
This and the Ioniq 5 drag race
I'd like to see both on the motorway, with lights and aircin on, at (cough cough) 75mph and see how far they actually go. WLTP means nothing.
@@rogerevans425 agree
@@rogerevans425 In the strict Korean test, standard - 370km, long range - 470km. awd is lower 5~10%
@@rogerevans425 so my Kona electric has a WLTP of ~480km. Had it now for 2 years and have put 32,000Km's on it. it'll comfortably do 520 km around town (small amounts of highway driving on the bypasses) and a solid 400KM on the freeway at 117KM/h (~70MPH). you can believe the Koreans when it comes to their range claims, they ain't bs'ing
Kia and Hyundai are really stepping up into the EV segment with their striking designs and features.P.S: I know they are both owned by Hyundai.
Nah hyundai and kia are connected companies nobody owns anyone
@@itzshark6737 actually they are both in 'Hyundai motor group'
The Kona EV, if unspectacular looks wise compared to these, was already very good. I have a first gen one and its great fun to drive. Waiting to see what Tesla does but it looks like this Kia or a Tesla will be my next car (company lease so I don't really care too much about the price as long as it fits my monthly lease budget)
@@kverreet I appreciate Tesla for what they have done to the whole EV industry, but I don’t like Tesla’s cars. Tesla is nowadays basically a software company which happens to make cars as well. They don’t focus a lot on the aesthetics.
@@kverreet I have been thinking that should i get the Tesla or Kia? I tested a Long range model 3 and it BLEW me away. specially the instant torque. The frunk and trunk are also pretty helpful as a daily driver so i ordered a model 3.
PS: it will take a month or so to arrive.
You are a great presenter - the vid you made choosing a car for your Mum was a classic!
Man i just love the look of this car, amazingly done in everyway, has a backup camera so the window is not even needed… I kid but I have a car that has one and when I’m backing up I don’t even look behind I just look at the camera view in the dash
"Tripods from War of the worlds" that's exactly what popped in my mind when I heard the breaks' sound. Perfectly in sync with the world.
I though a boat horn
Damn, this Kia is better than the Audi Q4 Etron 😔 VW group - STOP cutting costs!
Is it better than a Tesla Model Y, that’s the only question I have now
@Yule Calma the Q4 is a joke lol 😆
@@Tommy_ZM Sorry the Q4 is ugly especially with that fake grill.
@@Tommy_ZM very much so
@@Tommy_ZM E tron, Ionic, Ev6 beat Model Y in charging performance already. Also Model Y has the worst payload.....
Just bought one so... Glad to see it was a good call!
Great reviews love the way you explain 👌
Kia is manufacturing very impressive car nowadays...! 🔥
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I’ve been waiting a looooong time for Matt to review the Korean cars. Can’t wait to see Genesis stuff.
The Genesis does look incredible.. absolutely stunning brand.
Guess they need to launch them in Europe first :)
We don't get Genesis in the UK, so I doubt he'll be offering coverage on those. They do look absolutely incredible though.
that monster sound at 8:10 is hilarious -a bit of turn off...
Very thorough! Thank you for the info!!!!
0:54 - great homage to Sir Jimmy Savile with your "jingle jangle jewellery" tribute lol. Decent video
Your new phone is very beautiful Matt , we've all seen it
Have you seen his new girlfriend from Korea 😆
Samsung Galaxy Flex
@@abdulhakim-yu3ng Wut?
It's clear that the Kia EV6 is a marvel. Design, features, price, just amazing
Looks like a kid's car from the outside... inside is nice though
Kind of ugly marvel
@@AK.__ Right. Was almost a stainless steel look. Built one on the website in black. Oh my.......
looks better in black or no?@@misterb1132
This is so much fun to look at. You're the best.
Awesome! Good infotainment, no ugly colors to make it look electric, nice interior... I want one!
WOW. Very surpised with the style of this KIA have done a great job. theyve been on fire for a few years but this is taking it to the next level
From the side, it kind of looks like the Jaguar I-pace. That's not a bad thing.
Honestly, this and the Hyundai (whatever their EV SUV is called, I can never remember the name) are the best looking new SUVs.
This one is awesome.
The Hyundai looks meh.
IONIQ
IONIQ 5?
Agree
@@bonzobonanza yup that's the one.
8:15 From the sound to your face I almost pissed myself! 🤣
Mat Watson is a legend 🙌🏽 for me he is the best car reviewer I have ever seen. Keep it up 😃
Maaan From where on earth Kia and Hyundai digging up their designs from...they are just super awessssssome...😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
"Before Kiia/Hyundai, Luc Donckerwolke held various positions in the Volkswagen Group, including as chief designer for Lamborghini, Seat, and Bentley. Some of his most remarkable cars there are the Lamborghini Murciélago and the current Bentley Continental GT."
There you have it!
@@DRVixen23 and Lee Sang Yup who designed Bentayga too. Now is Karim Habib from BMW..
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The aston martin scrapped design bin
Yeah 😀
I've only driven Hyundai's for the last 15 years. Great cars. Incredibly reliable.
Tesla gave me reason to think that a change in brand may be due.
Now I'm not so sure. Maybe I can just buy another replacement Hyundai/Kia.
Hyundai used back then mitsubishi engine which are very reliable, and in general Hyundai is reliable but now they increased their technology which made their cars less reliable
Yer, nah, ill stick to toyota, zero mechanical issues, outstanding resale, every mechanic in every corner of the globe knows how to work on them and you can virtually get parts at the seven eleven, imagine trying to a repair done on this friggin' oddball piece of spacejunk
You will need to compare this to a non li ion Tesla which you cannot get in Europe.
@@djizzah those toyota parts are going to be worth a lot when toyota no longer exists
@@koruki Why tf would Toyota stop existing anytime soon?
EV6 RANGE PROBLEM
I’ve had two test drives in the Kia Ev6, it’s great, everything the reviewers say it is.
I arranged a longer test drive today as I have never owned an EV and needed first hand experience of range… if it was even close to WLTP figures I was ordering one at end of test.
Test car was a 77kwh RWD GT Line S. it had a 98% charge and was showing a 285 mile range ( even at this point I thought the projected range was low, but I so wanted to be proved wrong ) WLTP range is 328 for a fully charged RWD.
The outside temp was 12c and throughout the test it mostly rained… the car was in ECO throughout. Heating was on for first 25 miles or so, including heated steering wheel and seats, but I turned heating to setting one and seats and steering wheel cancelled heat output.
I did 132 miles on test… 60 motorway, 60 A/B road miles, and about 12 miles urban driving. I used 75% regenerative braking and hardly used the brakes at all, the system was that good.
At end of test battery was showing 92 miles range ? This equated to 224 miles off a 98% charge, providing I got the full 92 miles out of the batttery…. At start the car said I had 285 miles ?
Interestingly, the car at start and end of test showed 2.9 m/kWh on display.
This works out at 77 x 2.9 = 223. 3 miles… an exact measure of what the car was doing.
In conclusion, WLTP figures of 328 miles …
The car at start said I had a 285 mile range…
My actual range at best would have been 224 ?
And the car itself verified my figures via its miles per kWh display.
I have been in touch with Kia UK but was offered no interest, explanation, or concern…. I was told to go on the EV FORUMS to see what they said.
I really like this car and was prepared to stump up over £52k for it today…. If anyone can refute these figures or explain the 100 mile discrepancy in the range I would be appreciative ( I have photos of display at start middle and end of test to corroborate the range I achieved )
Just seen the advert for this, I love the look, looks futuristic
It's looks are definitely unique. The back looks a bit weird to me but that front is so good. Very good looking car overall.
Back definitely looks a bit odd. Looks good from some angles but straight from the back or at an angle it just looks off.
The back looks like a mom wagon
Mmm, bit of everything going on with the external styling here. Hope everyone on the team got something :). The Ionic 5 seems so much more resolved externally. I must say I do like the Kia interior better than the 5. Great review as always Matt!
Agree 100%. Ionic has the external looks, EV6 takes the inside.
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The Kia exterior looks better to me. The Hyundai looks stubby and plain by comparison.
Have you seen the Ioniq 5 in person? It doesn't actually looks a nice as in pictures, it's absolutely massive.
4:06 this has to be the most relatable thing ever😂
I love designers of kia... They know how to design well..✅️
Mat cant stop flexin his phone😂
Yeah.
It's pathetic
It's more interesting than the car that's why
You have to say Matt's energy makes every review enjoyable.❤️
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Nice! Love the sound when you did the 0-60 test Matt.
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Test drove one earlier today. Just brilliant 👏 👌
My complaint is that the black ceiling and pillars make the cabin very dark and oppressive and this is the only option. There should be a white option.
That slow roll sound is good for letting nearby passerby’s of the moving car
That is the intended purpose of that sound. I think
Justification for anything. [This generation]
" the new kia ev6 is kind of like my Samsung galaxy fold... their both Korean and both incredibly high tech " well thats a way to start a video lol good one Mat
Nice explanation 👍👍👍
I like your video man
Just ordered the EV6 GT with 585hp. Cant wait!
I saw this at the Fully Charged Show at Farnborough (3rd, 4th Sept) and I was impressed with the whole car. The paint job caught my eye first but I could hardly get near it, it was being mobbed. Brilliant job by Kia... more of this type Kia.
The design of this is just POSH! Which I appreciate since they don't try and make it look like a Tesla and do their own thing with the subtle yet useful Kia touches
I love Tesla
@@teslaboynoureldin6294 Your wrong. This Kia is better in so many ways
it's not posh, it's boy racer.
@@monke_cr4425 he didn't say Tesla was better
@@carlosandleon haha I can agree with that in terms of looks
Definitely looking at getting this as my next car. Have to drive around 60 miles a day (30 miles each way) to work and with the price of petrol and diesel at the moment this would be a godsend for me. Just have to win the lottery 😂
Thanks for the review! 👍
I absolutely adore this car. I own the RWD GT-Line 225HP. It isn't quick compared to most EV's but the charging speed + other quirky features like the simulated engine noise amaze me so much.
Sounds boring. I'm sure it isn't but you've highlighted the boring bits.
Some company, PLEASE make us a basic, affordable electric car that can travel 600 miles fully charged. It does not have to have 3 electric motors with the horsepower and torque of a Mack truck, or a 0-60 speed of 3 seconds. Just a simple, basic, reliable, long range, single motor FWD electric car.
"All I want is twice the range of any ev on the market for half the price! Is that so much to ask??"
@@magl33to Well, maybe not half the price, but there are smaller electric motors that have less HP output, with less current draw than ones used in the EV industry today. It is possible to manufacture a more basic vehicle, that is slower and less powerful than most electric EV's today, with much better range.
@@AudiophileTubes Firstly, FWD is rubbish in any car, but particularly in EVs. Glad everyone is moving towards RWD. And secondly, unlike with ICE cars, max power output has little to no effect on consumption/range in EVs. It's entirely up to you how much of it you want to unleash.
The thing is, once you have a 600 mile battery, which costs like $40,000, it only costs another couple grand to have 1,000 horsepower. So reducing the power doesn't really help you make the car cheaper by much. It is the range that is expensive.
@@JackMott But doesn't a smaller motor with less HP (that can still move a small EV rather well and drive only the front wheels) have much less voltage/current draw than most EV cars today (many with multiple motors), thus effectively increasing range?
Never seen Mat this happy and satisfied with a car
@R A for real. I didn't leave anything whilst viewing this video.
Dislike for video not for car.
@R A What does him being happy with a car have to do with his knowledge of cars?
@R A how is this kia even inadequate?
Or are you one of those people who will accuse reviewers of getting paid by car brands unless it fits ur bias/narrative?
@@peterambrose2148 Might be a Tesla fanboi. Can't handle anything else being good.
@R A don't be stupid
Kia's are fantastic cars, I just hope they don't forget to keep producing at good value and they could be way bigger than they are.
I test drived one of those on Saturday and I think I will order one next week. It is awesome car.
First EV that I actually like the look of and would consider buying!!
I love how when the Honda CR-V's center console wobble, Mat goes like 'WHAT THE HELL IS THAT! LOOK AT THAT!' and now here it wobbles just as much but Mat's like '..it wobbles a little bit..'
Yeah... I sort of have a feeling Mat is a bit biased towards the Koreans. Love you Mat, but I'm actually biased against ... so here you go.. this evens things out 😂
The whole center console wobble thing only started being a thing because he was critiquing how bad the wobble was in the Kia Stinger, so he’s not biased at all actually
Continue your great work with your humor!
I lost it at the Tri-pods! Funny as hell! Brilliant review, though! KIA stepping it up with the new design, new logo and their EV / PHEV department!
Absolute great gamechanger. Even better than Ioniq 5 in my eyes. Must buy.
The humor of your reviews is just excellent man.
@@imrich9349 Because it's not the same segment? Model Y long range is 57K before you option autopilot. Identical 0-60 time(5sec), identical range(506km WLTP). Significantly worse build quality for the extra price.
@@atreyajha Maybe I'm missing something here with the deleted comments above, but the Tesla Model Y Starts at $40k (converting to USD obv). The vehicle shown here starts at $52k. The Y LR is $54k the variant shown here is $58k.
They are indeed in the same class.
@@kilos7773 Yes, as you say; "They are indeed in the same class." but only on the surface. Under the hood (bonnet) they are not. Close but no cigar!
@@greypilot2430, Model Y and Model 3 are riddled with Renault 5 grade interior trim..... Shockingly poor quality for premium money.
@@MrLg55555 I don't really consider the Y or 3 a premium car though. Especially the 3.
Maybe it's an American thing, but, "premium" cars start at over $40k a BMW 3 series is more expensive than a Model Y.
He cant stop flexing his galaxy fold XD
Looks like a fabulous car. I'd like to see a review of the GT model though, in terms of performance. Like, 3.5 seconds from 0 to 100 kph? It's crazy! I wonder how it feels with its full torque right from the start.