2022 Kia EV6 AWD 70-MPH Highway Range Test - (Wind 19” 77.4kWh)

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  • @geraltofrivian516
    @geraltofrivian516 2 роки тому +99

    I have an EV6 first edition and I love it. It took me just under 30 minutes to charge it from 10% to 100% on a 350 kW charger

    • @Investor9872
      @Investor9872 2 роки тому +10

      Don't use that too much, unless you're leasing the vehicle I guess, because supercharging will degrade your battery life signicantly.

    • @geraltofrivian516
      @geraltofrivian516 2 роки тому +17

      @@Investor9872 oh I’m definitely not! I have been charging to 100% just for a vacation we are on. Otherwise it’s only 80% charge ups at home

    • @0hypnotoad0
      @0hypnotoad0 2 роки тому +12

      @@geraltofrivian516 That's pretty good for a 100% charge. In general though I'd say a lot of the time the last 20% of the charging cycle is almost not worth it, on some vehicles the last 30% will take as long as the first 70%. Shorter but slightly more frequent charging stops tend to be the most time-efficient, it's best to line up charging with bathroom breaks if it's possible.

    • @catzblu999
      @catzblu999 2 роки тому +8

      @@0hypnotoad0 Depending on your path it's not an option. For example on my drive to Vegas from Phoenix there was only one fast charging station on the way there and back.

    • @0hypnotoad0
      @0hypnotoad0 2 роки тому +4

      @@catzblu999 Yeah that's the one instance where charging to 100% is needed, but my point remains that if you're on a path with a good number of chargers, it's always a lot quicker to charge in the 10-80% range

  • @jbdarr604
    @jbdarr604 2 роки тому +7

    I own this car and just love it. The rear wiper doesn’t seem to be an issue for me as the spoiler above the window blows the window clear. Just road tripped 197 miles to Orlando from Boca Florida and got 3.9-4.1! I never really enjoyed driving until now. This car is a delight and man does it have giddy up!

    • @cheesun124
      @cheesun124 Рік тому +1

      How about the height, the headroom is horrible for a 6' guy such as myself. I did a test drive, The car drove great, and I loved the tech. I really don't want to buy a Tesla but I can't seem to find the 'close to perfect' EV.

  • @steelersbxl
    @steelersbxl 10 місяців тому +4

    These range tests are extremely helpful!! Please continue doing them!

  • @PhotoJohn80
    @PhotoJohn80 2 роки тому +29

    I’m loving mine so far. I have the same spec as in the video. Round trip to the mountains and back got me 3.6 kWh avg with me and my wife and two dogs plus luggage. Elevation change was around 1500 feet. Speed limit was only 65 and not 70 with some areas 55. If that helps anyone.

    • @Investor9872
      @Investor9872 2 роки тому +2

      Those are great numbers for mountains, occupancy and elevation changes.

    • @johnkhalil9831
      @johnkhalil9831 2 роки тому +1

      For the Wind, can you confirm it has the auto lane change? I always thought it only came with the highway driver assist II on the GT Line

    • @PhotoJohn80
      @PhotoJohn80 2 роки тому +1

      @@johnkhalil9831 it does not have lane change. It is just HDA and GT has HDA2. It has enough for me. I personally like how it keeps a certain distance from you and the car in front of you more so than lane change.

    • @speksih
      @speksih 2 роки тому +2

      @@PhotoJohn80 GT-Line also has the HDA2, not just GT.

    • @Resist4
      @Resist4 2 роки тому +2

      I'm curious what the dealership markup was for yours?

  • @benferguson3471
    @benferguson3471 2 роки тому +6

    I've been waiting for this one. Will be road tripping this spec of EV6 in a couple of weeks.

  • @thomascolbey4354
    @thomascolbey4354 2 роки тому +2

    Being the first owner in Alabama to have purchased a KIA EV6 on February 12 (couldn't get the vehicle until after the Superbowl debut Feb 13), I have logged over 3100 miles in almost 4 months. The KIA dealership gave me a ChargePoint Home Flex 50A ($700 value), a 240-volt Level 2 home charger that delivers up to 50 amps of power (approximately 9.4 to 11.4 kWh). I researched this vehicle for many months and in October 2021, the dealership called me and offered me the EV only saying, 'What color do you want?" In Alabama, the only answer is Crimson, and their response was "Runaway Red". I come from a different perspective on this topic. I don't use the term car as I see these vehicles as computers on wheels. With that in mind or to my point, I come from a strong software view and was shocked and pleased to hear Hyundai/KIA purchased Boston Dynamics for future manufacturing, AI and software development for their vehicles. As many of my friends who own EV in Huntsville, AL (ID.4, Tesla, etc.) all of them have had recalls that have cost them weeks and weeks of downtime (batteries burning up, dashboards going blank, et.) mostly caused from software issues. I just went thru an uneventful recall myself that cost me an hour of my time. more to come...

  • @teslaemperorwithoutclothes4169
    @teslaemperorwithoutclothes4169 2 роки тому +36

    Really nice to see you guys crack 250 miles in this test. This is what I originally expected from the e-GMP cars, and I was disappointed with the Ioniq 5 tests. Sounds like you guys figured out Eco mode and were able to eke out the extra miles.

    • @dokitops7389
      @dokitops7389 2 роки тому +3

      I have already seen these differences in tests in Europe (I'm from EU myself) the EV6 is just more efficient predominantly due to its aerodynamic shape.

    • @brandonkylemarks
      @brandonkylemarks 2 роки тому +1

      The range/efficiency of this and the ioniq 5 are definitely a little disappointing, but definitely loving that the charging is so much faster than what the mustangs and model Y's are doing.

    • @stevemulroy1417
      @stevemulroy1417 2 роки тому

      The EV6 has a different battery to the ioniq5 . That will change later this year when the Ionia gets the same battery as the EV6.

  • @Mguy393
    @Mguy393 Рік тому +1

    Own one have and have not found a situation where I needed a rear wiper. The spoiler does a good job blowing the rain and what not off the window

  • @designbygene
    @designbygene 2 роки тому +25

    Dude, just dropping a comment to tell you that you are seriously the best. My wife and I love watching your videos and are basing a lot of our consideration on your in depth reviews. Keep up the awesome work!

    • @Real_vanGogh
      @Real_vanGogh 2 роки тому

      I'm sorry to say this but these comments are so annoying man. Why are all these car reviews bombarded with comments how good the reviewer is. Who cares?

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  • @RVP1955
    @RVP1955 2 роки тому +9

    Would of been nice if you would of told us how long it took to recharge and how much it cost.

  • @dantoddruns
    @dantoddruns 2 роки тому +41

    Kyle is excellent at filling the dead air. “I see a cow in the distance.” “Not enough cows out here, we need more cows. “. I guess the secret is saying everything that pops in your head.
    No one does this as well as he does.

    • @vlad2838
      @vlad2838 2 роки тому +4

      Between Kyle’s stream-of-consciousness quips and Bjørn’s “ABC” and “Sheee-it,” we EV enthusiasts have no need to look elsewhere for amusement…

    • @jamespaul2587
      @jamespaul2587 2 роки тому +1

      This video has been brought to you by the letter C... for cows :)

    • @mistermister2085
      @mistermister2085 2 роки тому

      i like the silence. i usually mute these videos and use cc.

    • @stigeri
      @stigeri 2 роки тому

      @@vlad2838 What the heck is this thing?

    • @jamespaul2587
      @jamespaul2587 2 роки тому

      @@mistermister2085 good idea, but there's no escaping the aroma of farm country :)

  • @vlad2838
    @vlad2838 2 роки тому +30

    I’m really liking my e-GMP vehicle (Ioniq 5 RWD), and your review experience is consistent with mine. I live in a warm climate and am seeing > 3.7 m/kWH at hwy speeds. Seeing your range tests makes me eager to take road trips once Spring takes hold.

    • @ben3989
      @ben3989 2 роки тому +1

      That seems really good.

    • @jf0314
      @jf0314 2 роки тому +4

      Would love to hear what range you're seeing at 70-75....I'm considering RWD vs AWD EV6.

    • @vlad2838
      @vlad2838 2 роки тому +3

      @@jf0314 About 280 miles at 70 mph. I try to follow hyper-miling techniques I’ve learned (feathering the accelerator, coasting).

    • @jf0314
      @jf0314 2 роки тому +1

      @@vlad2838 thanks, I appreciate the follow up!

  • @kakashi3543
    @kakashi3543 2 роки тому +12

    Kyle, good job. I will be more interested if you can load the car with another 3 people and luggages and test the range. I tell you this because many families want to adopt the ev's and they want to know the real range when the car is loaded as in the real life!

    • @yamahapiano
      @yamahapiano 2 роки тому +1

      And subzero temperatures like 50% of us have in winter. Vacations don’t stop when the weather is foul.

    • @KubaYa1411
      @KubaYa1411 2 роки тому

      @@yamahapianocan't answer your question, but I know that half of Norway is using EV's now and they have winter for 10 months a year and looks like no issues

  • @ShawnGBR
    @ShawnGBR 2 роки тому +4

    The tires were also 101H.
    101 load rating = each tire rated to hold a maximum of 1,819 lbs so that's 7,276 lbs total - more than enough for the weight of a fully loaded EV6).
    H speed rating = maximum sustained speed of 130 mph. Think of 'H' as being for 'high performance'.

    • @occckid123
      @occckid123 2 роки тому

      Not even close

    • @ben3989
      @ben3989 2 роки тому

      That seems like a low load rated tire for this beast.

  • @Hal2audio
    @Hal2audio Рік тому +1

    So really like your reviews and this one was no exception till the end. Why did you edit out after you switched to the charger that gave you max charge on the ionic 5? No rate of charge disclosed, no time of charge from zero to whatever you charged it too?
    Disappointed that this data was omitted

  • @wesrxnumber
    @wesrxnumber 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you Kyle. I always enjoying your range tests on BEV’s and Hybrid models. You cover all the important features of the batteries and the design critique. I am anxious to see the\is video and I would consider this BEV over Tesla. Keep ‘‘em coming Kyle. I appreciate all the videos created by your team on your channels. I like that I was number 911 on the likes of the this video.

  • @clsutherland331
    @clsutherland331 2 роки тому +11

    Just wanted to say that I got 273 miles of charge (100% in Eco) yesterday (3/30/2022) on my Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited in San Antonio Texas. The outside temperature was high 70's at 8pm. I was pleasantly surprised.

    • @maicol67
      @maicol67 2 роки тому

      Hey just curious, how much does it cost you to fully charge?

    • @clsutherland331
      @clsutherland331 2 роки тому +2

      @@maicol67 that day it was $11 and cost me $2 for going beyond 30 minutes on Electrify America charger. (32¢ /min)

    • @maicol67
      @maicol67 2 роки тому

      @@clsutherland331 wow nice, I'm researching as much as possible and really want to make the transition to EV, I boiled it down to the Ioniq 5 Kia EV6 VW ID4 or Toyota BZ4x. My wife's on board so I'm thinking maybe within 6 months

    • @maicol67
      @maicol67 2 роки тому

      @@clsutherland331 question for you if you don't mind. Btw thanks for responding and posting your info. I'm in Philadelphia and researching charge stations, is it true recharging would be cheaper from home? Even after purchasing equipment & installation?

    • @clsutherland331
      @clsutherland331 2 роки тому +1

      @@maicol67 assuming the national average is 14¢ on average then yes it would be. But that depends on your rate here in Lakehills Tx it's 9¢ and I don't remember what the off peak rate is (11 pm to 10 am here). Also Hyundai gives you 2 years free 30 minute charging from purchase of a new I-5. And the manual says to DC fast charge at least once a month.

  • @kuramakun84
    @kuramakun84 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video! I think I have made up my mind and this will be my first electric car!

  • @rollerbarnadventers
    @rollerbarnadventers 2 роки тому +1

    I like your reviews and tests, my main source for You-Tube vehicle information. Thank-you!

  • @tasteofsummeri569
    @tasteofsummeri569 Рік тому +1

    A good test may be to choose an EV (doesn’t matter which) but perform the same 70mph range test at different temperatures (0* 30* 60* 90*) outside and see what the range difference is between each temperature

  • @heribertosarmiento1265
    @heribertosarmiento1265 2 роки тому +8

    I want the Ev6 so bad . I hope once the chip shortages stop I can the E-GT version . Also love the Hud heads-ups display

  • @BikerJim74
    @BikerJim74 2 роки тому +10

    The EV6 is on my short list of cars to buy in the near future. If I can find one lol

    • @PhotoJohn80
      @PhotoJohn80 2 роки тому +3

      I got lucky and found one with the package I wanted and absolutely love it so far. With a mixture of highway and city to work I am getting 3.6 kWh avg. it’s been a little cold here too. It’s about 50/50 hwy to city.

    • @heribertosarmiento1265
      @heribertosarmiento1265 2 роки тому +1

      I’m waiting to see the EGT version

    • @williamerazo3921
      @williamerazo3921 2 роки тому +3

      Come to Ohio. There’s a A dealer in North Olmsted Ohio that has like four or five EV six

  • @dg-hughes
    @dg-hughes 2 роки тому +2

    The Kia EV6 is so expensive it's $75,000 here in Canada but the AWD long range Ioniq 5 is about $57,000, both of those before 15% tax.

  • @alaaa1794
    @alaaa1794 2 роки тому +8

    EV charging stations needs to be posted in the hiway just like gas stations

  • @Cjdergrosse
    @Cjdergrosse 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for doing 70mph test. Out here in California it is common to drive 75mph on the freeway, these give a better judge of range than the EPA rating.

  • @Matt-M
    @Matt-M 2 роки тому +3

    Are you sure this is the wind version? My wind awd only comes with standard hda and doesn't have the ability to lane change

  • @MalcolmJubinville
    @MalcolmJubinville 2 роки тому +5

    You guys have done several EV tests now. Can I ask if you have made a performance spreadsheet that compares your loop tests that you have completed?

  • @tgold99
    @tgold99 2 роки тому +3

    I thought only the GT Line had HDA2 while all the other trims only have regular HDA.

  • @beautyofgrace3915
    @beautyofgrace3915 2 роки тому +10

    Just love this car. I'll get an EV within 5 years, the prices are too crazy for now.

    • @everyelectriccars
      @everyelectriccars 2 роки тому +5

      It’ll be worse in 5 years lol

    • @0hypnotoad0
      @0hypnotoad0 2 роки тому +6

      @@everyelectriccars Quite possibly. The tipping point is coming, I'd say the consumer preference tipping point is probably 2025-2026, where the slim majority of car shoppers will be looking for an electric, and it'll be putting strain on the battery supply chain. Best time to buy will be 2023/2024 where we'll hopefully be out of the crippling automotive shortages, but before the big tipping point.

    • @mistermister2085
      @mistermister2085 2 роки тому +1

      @@everyelectriccars I wonder about that. The market might collapse in the next 5 years (see 2008) and that would calm things down. The great reset is set for 2030 so by then we'll all have our pods, bugs so there is also that.

    • @everyelectriccars
      @everyelectriccars 2 роки тому

      @@mistermister2085 Lol pods? By 2030? You’ll be highly disappointed. I see more electric vehicles for sure, most being SUVs & CUVs at most. Maybe new type of energy powers vehicles.

    • @timb1554
      @timb1554 2 роки тому +3

      I’ll get one when the changing network improves

  • @geraldkoth654
    @geraldkoth654 2 роки тому +3

    For vehicle type shapes a quartering headwind at 45 degrees more or less is the worst on drag.

  • @roncomeau494
    @roncomeau494 2 роки тому +5

    Great report. Seems everything with the Kia has done well. Only question does Kia provide a list of charging stations that could be used on a 600 miles trip? What is charging time back up to a 80-90% charge

    • @Fioergyn
      @Fioergyn 2 роки тому

      In good conditions, from 20-80/90% it takes 20 min. At a 350kw charging station.

  • @chipmann2383
    @chipmann2383 2 роки тому +4

    Love your videos and learn a great deal. A common theme I notice with Out of Spec Reviews and other is the non-Tesla charging network is severely degraded compared to Tesla. This is a concern for me when purchasing a non-Tesla. This is a warranted concern? Thanks!

    • @lexlopez15
      @lexlopez15 2 роки тому +1

      From what I've been reading, Tesla is in the process to allow other cars to use their network.

    • @chipmann2383
      @chipmann2383 2 роки тому

      @@lexlopez15 I heard that as well. Time will tell. Thanks!

  • @cauthoncrazy
    @cauthoncrazy 2 роки тому +4

    Me biting my nails watching when Kyle hits 2% SOC at 70 mph.

  • @anthonyc8499
    @anthonyc8499 2 роки тому +6

    The Koreans really knocked it out of the park with the e-GMP platform and Kia in particular crushed it with their styling (ignore the duck tail). I'm really hoping to see a 300 and 500 mile AWD road trip challenge between EV6, HI5, Mach-E, ID4, and Model Y.

    • @heribertosarmiento1265
      @heribertosarmiento1265 2 роки тому +1

      I hope this wakes up all world car makers to improve , revise and make better go Korean automakers go

    • @a-don13
      @a-don13 2 роки тому +1

      it's not more efficient than whatever platform tesla has right now tho right?

    • @heribertosarmiento1265
      @heribertosarmiento1265 2 роки тому

      @@a-don13 at the price it is. Model 3 rear wheel used 2019 is 53K 240 miles vs 53K for a 2022 250 miles

    • @a-don13
      @a-don13 2 роки тому +1

      @@heribertosarmiento1265 i'm saying technology wise

    • @heribertosarmiento1265
      @heribertosarmiento1265 2 роки тому +2

      @@a-don13 that’s what happening little by little Tesla competitors are getting better and better. This is what Korean automakers are doing making a small battery pack drive as well as a rear wheel model 3. Im a fan of Tesla but I want all legacy automakers to catch up and then we will reap the benefits. A world free of Opec control where you can fuel you own car without having to deal with issues we are having now

  • @JookySeaCpt
    @JookySeaCpt 2 роки тому +20

    My wife wants to get an EV, but insists on 300 mi of range. I keep trying to tell her that's excessive since we go on maybe 3 trips a year, and that charging speed would matter more. Range anxiety is real.

    • @Antiguan_Dart
      @Antiguan_Dart 2 роки тому +5

      I’ve started to ask myself on a road trip how long do I drive for before a break either to stretch my legs or to use the utilities? 2 hrs maybe 3 hrs?! After 3hrs have probably averaged 60 - 70 miles each hour given congestion and junctions and with no serious hold ups that’s 210 miles! If you’ve got a BEV with good fast charging performance a 20-30 minute break can have you back at 250 miles range till your next comfort break.
      We can get caught up on range. I’ve never run my 516 miles range diesel ICE vehicle to empty on a road trip without needing a comfort break before then! At which point I take the opportunity to fill up.
      UK Highway Code Guidance (2020) item 91 on page 28 Rules for drivers and motorcyclists even recommends a 15 minute break minimum after every two hours of driving.

    • @gimmieboy
      @gimmieboy 2 роки тому

      I agree with your wife. I have the Model Y. I like everything but I do want more range. Not bc of range anxiety but I am one that can go longer without needing a stretch break.

    • @ronpagala7496
      @ronpagala7496 2 роки тому +1

      I hate range anxiety

    • @hermanwooster8944
      @hermanwooster8944 2 роки тому +2

      300 miles is a reasonable request. I personally wouldn't want anything less than 500 but that's a little bit too steep to ask right now. 😅

    • @hermanwooster8944
      @hermanwooster8944 2 роки тому

      @@Antiguan_Dart 300 miles is more than enough for travel inside the UK - you might need to charge once or twice, but a cross country trip in the USA is over 2,000 miles. That would be 8-10 charges. A lot of Americans travel on Thanksgiving or Christmas which makes the charging experience even less desirable as heavy congestion occurs.

  • @gilesk
    @gilesk 9 місяців тому +1

    Bloody hell, I am nearly 7 minutes in, and you are still bollockng on!!!!

  • @heathwirt8919
    @heathwirt8919 2 роки тому +6

    Kia did a great job on this new EV, impressive styling and performance. Great test Kyle, keep them coming.

    • @kuyre2239
      @kuyre2239 2 роки тому +1

      Just got my EV6 Light on 5/1/2022, and right now I have a little bit over 1000 miles on it. When I charge the car to 100% it only showed estimate rate of 205 miles,. It seemed like the battery is already degrade 12%. Do you know if it will be able to recapture more mileage when I have more miles on the vehicle, or it will only get lower mileage going forward?

    • @bodine21215
      @bodine21215 2 роки тому

      The range constantly changes based on how you drive. I have 3000 miles on my awe wind and its rarely the same when I fully charge. If I drive in sport mode a lot it will show less range vs eco mode

  • @EM.1.
    @EM.1. 2 роки тому +2

    The US can now get the fancier headlamps offered in other markets and this car should have a standard sunroof for the price of that Wind. The IONIQ 5 is nice but the seats are uncomfortable.

    • @heribertosarmiento1265
      @heribertosarmiento1265 2 роки тому

      You mean for tall people or another reason why the IO5 is uncomfortable?

  • @Frnkwlf
    @Frnkwlf Рік тому +1

    Do you guys have a list of past range tests conducted on your website? Would be a great resource for comparison

  • @michaels3689
    @michaels3689 2 роки тому +3

    I see that this Wind has the tech package since it has the blind spot cameras, but how does it have HDA2 and automatic lane change? I thought that was exclusive to the GT-Line?

    • @VivaLaChance
      @VivaLaChance 2 роки тому

      Must be a software mistake, as long as u have the side cameras then that's probably all the hardware u need for hda2

    • @trpblr
      @trpblr 2 роки тому

      The Tech package on the Wind gets you the HDA2 as well.

    • @VivaLaChance
      @VivaLaChance 2 роки тому +2

      @@trpblr I own one....it doesnt

    • @michaels3689
      @michaels3689 2 роки тому +1

      @@VivaLaChance So when the car scooted itself around the trailer, was that not the lane change feature or was it something else?

  • @ronbis
    @ronbis 2 роки тому +2

    Great test! I'm curious is there is a published EV motor derating due to elevation and if that has any affect on range.

    • @yournumberonepal
      @yournumberonepal 8 місяців тому

      Elevation deratings on ICE vehicles have to do with air density changes, the electric motors aren't impacted by air density, the only thing impacting the electric motor is the amount of electricity provided. Temperature impacts the battery's ability to supply the required watts to the motors but that is about it.

  • @amitrogye
    @amitrogye 2 роки тому +1

    Loving my EV6. But surprised along with rear wiper they forgot Garage door opener

    • @harvey66616
      @harvey66616 2 роки тому

      For sure, GT-Line has Homelink built into the rear view mirror. It's available as an option for the Wind trim too.

  • @didierleclerc66
    @didierleclerc66 2 роки тому +2

    the Ioniq 5 is about 4 inches taller. That probably explains the range difference on its own.

  • @ScottDLR
    @ScottDLR Рік тому

    Interesting vid!
    I bought one of these last week and I already hate the door handles.

  • @be236
    @be236 2 роки тому +1

    Wish you could also do a RWD range-test to see the difference with this AWD...

  • @denu1879
    @denu1879 2 роки тому +2

    Nice car, but for £47,000 / $58,000, I can see it dating very quickly, especially after a test drive of one, the interior does not match that of a KIA ProCeed GT or Stinger GT. Considering Kia is also working on additional cars to be released over 2022-25, being the EV1-EV9, already confirmed are the EV4 (Kia Soul Remake), EV7 (Ceed Remake), EV8 (Stinger) and EV9 (New SUV). There is allot to come in the next couple of years! Which is also worth waiting for! 😁👍

  • @yftinthyn007
    @yftinthyn007 2 роки тому +1

    While I was thinking about getting an Ioniq 5 or EV6, the math just doesn’t add up over a hybrid if the sole purpose is to save money. My Elantra HEV gets 50-52 mpg and an ioniq 5 is at least 10k-15k more expensive. At 52 mpg the cost savings on EV over fuel would break even years later. It is nice for sure but doesn’t economically make sense from a pure financial standpoint.

    • @GabrielEtsHokin
      @GabrielEtsHokin 2 роки тому

      You're betting gas prices will stay the same over your ownership period.

    • @yftinthyn007
      @yftinthyn007 2 роки тому

      @@GabrielEtsHokin even if the gas prices doubled the break even date is still years out. The incorrect assumption is the EVs cost nothing to charge when they do cost money. EV over a very good hybrid only saves about 1k a year if driving 20k miles a year.

    • @yftinthyn007
      @yftinthyn007 2 роки тому

      @@GabrielEtsHokin it’s kind of a false justification today to get into an expensive EV. 15k-20k in cost difference, you won’t be making that up for years. To me it only makes sense if EV’s get closer in price to hybrids

  • @jmtm-d1q
    @jmtm-d1q 2 роки тому +3

    wonderful, amazing, lovely cars, hyundai and kia are killing it!
    but I will be keeping my Tesla and buy Tesla ONLY
    right Kyle? lol

  • @maicol67
    @maicol67 2 роки тому +2

    After reading many comments I haven't seen what I consider an important question, how much did it cost you to fully charge? From 0 to 100%? If someone knows please share. Thanks

    • @chariseoctavia2425
      @chariseoctavia2425 2 роки тому

      I was literally wondering the same thing!! Like why wouldn’t he mention that in the video 😫

    • @debbyahern844
      @debbyahern844 2 роки тому

      EV6 comes with 1000 hours free through Electrify America if that helps… really depends on how much per kWh the charge station charges at.

    • @debbyahern844
      @debbyahern844 2 роки тому

      T
      Just looked up the charger he used - they list .35 cents/kWh - the EV6 battery is 77kWh total so the charge from 0-100 percent would be around $27. Normally you don’t want to charge beyond 80 percent though for battery endurance. Charges from around 20-30 percent to 80 percent usually run around $15-$20 in my experience.

  • @stevedowler2366
    @stevedowler2366 3 місяці тому

    Looking forward to this review even though it's 2 years old. My wife is thinking EV, doesn't like Teslas, wants more physical controls especially climate. So we'll see how this Kia fills the bill.

  • @roger3958
    @roger3958 2 роки тому +1

    So how much did it cost to charge it back to 100%? Isn’t that important info? Just curious from a gas guy.

  • @peterjorgensen3
    @peterjorgensen3 2 роки тому +2

    I'd love to see you try the Niro EV - I bet it could do a little bit more... Probably 3.7-4 mi/kwh vs 3.5 with the EV6.

  • @newscoulomb3705
    @newscoulomb3705 2 роки тому +1

    So about 10% more range than the Ioniq 5. Now I'm really curious about the RWD version.

  • @paulgoudfrooij6561
    @paulgoudfrooij6561 9 місяців тому

    Pretty good! My Niro EV is a bit more efficient (about 3.7 miles/kWh at 70 mph and 80 F outside), but the EV6 is a bit bigger so again, that's definitely pretty good.

  • @Dive-Bar-Casanova
    @Dive-Bar-Casanova 2 роки тому +1

    The sequential door locks are for occupant safety. keeps a bad guy from jumping in.

    • @jamespaul2587
      @jamespaul2587 2 роки тому +1

      But what if you want to let a bad girl in?

  • @mikekarena
    @mikekarena Рік тому

    Funny that I have had vehicles with a rear wiper for 15 years and have never used it. It just sits there. I do put rainx on my windows in the winter though.

  • @MisterMoncivais
    @MisterMoncivais 2 роки тому +6

    Great video. Overall, my only (constructive) criticism is that we need to stop being apologetic for driving conditions. Wind exists, cold/hot weather exist, low ramps exist, people inside a car exist, so tests like yours ARE real, if I wanted 'perfect conditions' (which rarely exist) I would just be OK with theoretical. The best solution is to put a 'range' on the range estimate.

    • @DuyNguyen-uh6ny
      @DuyNguyen-uh6ny 2 роки тому

      I believe the point is consistency between tests. It would be ''unfair'' to have car A tested under heavy headwinds versus car B in good conditions.

  • @Dive-Bar-Casanova
    @Dive-Bar-Casanova 2 роки тому +5

    We're on the wait list for the 576 HP GT. No word yet.

    • @Dive-Bar-Casanova
      @Dive-Bar-Casanova 2 роки тому +2

      @@marwasalem9185 Yes; So Cali. Dealer promises MSRP. No word on delivery dates nor allotments. Tesla solar roof being installed with power pack and twin NEMA 14-50’s as I type this.

  • @OverlordActual
    @OverlordActual 2 роки тому

    I think this may be the first time I've seen this car in a color other than blue. Looks a lot better in my opinion.

  • @cheesun124
    @cheesun124 Рік тому +1

    I love this car. I test drove it and it felt really good. The technology is great. But the headroom leaves a lot to be desired. I hit my head on the way in and out. I'm 6'. I don't get it with these car manufacturers, are they really trying to complete with Tesla? Make it closer to the size of the Tesla Y and we've got a deal.

  • @indrishahdorval3094
    @indrishahdorval3094 2 роки тому

    Since this video, I really want mine. Thank you for the review 😊

  • @disla25
    @disla25 2 роки тому

    Kyle, I am not sure why you were so impressed with 254mi range in perfect 70F weather, using a single motor only. Isn't it EPA rated at 270mi? What would it do in the winter with AWD then? Below 200mi? Even my '20 Bolt did better.

  • @SanjeevKGollapudi
    @SanjeevKGollapudi 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Kyle, Can you please do or ask your friend to do range a highway range test on Hyundai Ioniq5 with 19" wheel. Since you got better climate now.. range number might improve??? Thanks!.

  • @fitybux4664
    @fitybux4664 Рік тому

    Can you start a Kia EV6 with a charge connector like you can with other poorly secured Kia vehicles?

  • @grahamhorne596
    @grahamhorne596 2 роки тому

    Any chance of doing a towing comparison between the Kia EV6 and the Tesla Model Y.
    Would be good to see how the perform and what range the get when towing

  • @joetacchino4470
    @joetacchino4470 2 роки тому +2

    Great review, love this. Coming back to your question of Ioniq 5 vs. EV6 and saying it comes down to shape. Does either of them offer more headroom? I sat in an EV6 and at 6'2" and tall torso, I just don't comfortably fit. Is the Ioniq 5 any different?

    • @ThomasGallmeyer
      @ThomasGallmeyer 2 роки тому

      Ioniq 5 is supposed to have significantly more headroom. The EV6 will have a little more too if you skip the GT-Line sunroof.

    • @AGDesigns123
      @AGDesigns123 2 роки тому

      @@ThomasGallmeyer google shows the Ioniq5 having like 1" more w/o sunroof

  • @nathangarciamuro
    @nathangarciamuro 2 роки тому +1

    Great video and test. I have been looking for this. So 250 miles around 400 kilometers. The only issue is that the terrain is quite flat. My normal long range trips are between highways that have steep hills. Which will you recommend for efficiency, the EV6 or Ionic 5?

  • @Riley_1955
    @Riley_1955 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Kyle for the video......I'd love to have one in AWD but I'm afraid it will have to wait for a few years down the road until the prices drop or I might have to buy a used one.

  • @jamiebel4319
    @jamiebel4319 2 роки тому

    That is an odd specimen. The Wind model Kyle was driving did have HDA 2. You can see the auto lane change in green when he would switch lanes. It also had side view cameras with video on the dash with signal light activationl (which a regular wind does not).

    • @cloneninja
      @cloneninja 2 роки тому

      That is because the regular wind doesn't come standard with the tech package. That can be added on, which will add all the cameras and all the other features you mentioned.

    • @jamiebel4319
      @jamiebel4319 Рік тому +1

      @@cloneninja the tech pack adds the surround view and crash avoidance but does not add HDA2 (or at least that’s what the website shows)

  • @wanders175
    @wanders175 2 роки тому +1

    Question: If your on a long trip for a week or two and you charge from 0 to 100% every time you run out of charge, How long do you have to wait for it to get back to 100% again?

    • @GabrielEtsHokin
      @GabrielEtsHokin 2 роки тому

      FF to the end of the video and you can see the car predicting 58 minutes to go to 100%. But if you're on a road trip it makes more sense to limit charging to 80% and charge more frequently, as the last 20% takes as long as the first 80 on a fast charger.

  • @Luigi13
    @Luigi13 2 роки тому

    I still think I will stick with my Kia Niro hybrid. Batteries only has some way to go before I see them go over 400 miles to a charge. Good test though and you cut it very close? Bravo.

  • @everyelectriccars
    @everyelectriccars 2 роки тому +1

    While I love this car but I had to reserve the Fisker Ocean Ultra with 540hp and 340 miles range for the same price… at least that’s the price Fisker Inc gave me, $47,499, which is nice.

    • @aliciagonzales7240
      @aliciagonzales7240 2 роки тому

      how?? when I looked I thought it showed 68k

    • @everyelectriccars
      @everyelectriccars 2 роки тому

      @@aliciagonzales7240 That’s the Extreme and Ocean One editions not the ultra.

  • @darrencabrera3957
    @darrencabrera3957 2 роки тому

    What kind of phone mount are you using I noticed that it is very stable. I've been looking for one that is stable to use my phone as a dash cam

  • @smille5291
    @smille5291 2 роки тому

    The hyundai test was at night and looked like a lot colder day also the other range test in the KiA EV6 was almost the exact same distance ? in the 220s miles why was this one so much different?

  • @taylorjones5078
    @taylorjones5078 2 роки тому +6

    My biggest problem is doing the test at 70 mph while the speed limit is 75 mph. I ran into fuel consumption issues with the same problem, but people will want to be slightly faster than the 18 wheelers on these types of trips. A 79 mph test on Interstates would be more practical.

  • @distantsoil
    @distantsoil 2 роки тому +2

    I really want to see this test repeated in the cold. Freezing temperatures or lower.

  • @commanderroddi7742
    @commanderroddi7742 Рік тому

    did you guys not test a RWD 77kwh EV6?
    I would like to know if the 95ish or so hp sacrifice is worth the extra range, or if its just worth going for a full GT? (I'm looking at a RWD GT-Line EV6, but am holding off to whether go for AWD because living in Utah (though I've driven several RWD ICE cars like Nisssan 370z and Subaru BRZ).

  • @PeterGregg
    @PeterGregg 2 роки тому

    Doesn't anyone watch to the end?? I think you edited out if that last charger station gave more than the other charger did? I think the one was at 51 or 58? What did the end one rise up to?

  • @bryankia
    @bryankia 2 роки тому

    I am looking at getting one of these. I am lost. Why is 250 miles a good deal. Seems like the stats I have seen are much better then that. Thanks for any wisdom out there.

    • @bryankia
      @bryankia 2 роки тому

      @Frugal Family Living that makes perfect sense. Thanks!!

    • @MattB787
      @MattB787 2 роки тому +1

      It's actually wind resistance, the faster you go, the less range you have - same applies with gas.

  • @PaganAbroad
    @PaganAbroad 2 роки тому

    Keep. Hearing followed by ‘up top’ - wth does that mean???

  • @waywardgeologist2520
    @waywardgeologist2520 2 роки тому +1

    It's a great looking car and high on my list for purchase when they hit the used car market.

  • @NewCastleIndiana
    @NewCastleIndiana 2 роки тому

    How long does it take to get a full recharge? And how much money did it cost or would it have cost it for some reason you’re able to get that at a discounted rate question

  • @RandyJM21
    @RandyJM21 Рік тому

    General question : whatever the range of an EV how many miles can you put on the clock before its a throw away , meaning putting new batteries is not worth the value of the car ?
    Im gonna say if you buy a good ice car meaning a model and brand known to last and you know how to drive meaning how not to abuse a car as far as operating temps and bad habits that kill life of main components like waiting for car to fully stop in reverse before slapping into drive and things I see people do in cars . I have never had any new car have anything fail in 100k pr even well into 100s except for a clutch on a car thay was stolen by somebody who didnt know or care how to use a clutch on a car over 100k , but yeah never had to replace even a clutch in a car including ones with V8S driven hard ( i think thats from not really using it much actually ) nor had a manual trans fail or an auto trans for that matter although I try to avoid owning them . But i feel like 200K is doable and you somewhat regularly see cars with 300k including people listing them for sale for 1000s of $ saying plenty of life left of which i would not risk , if you have a car with 300k with plenty of life left you should drive it and not expect somebody else to believe you unless they are a mechanic and take it 1/2 apart to see if that is so .
    But on average what is the ACTUAL LIFE of an avg EV . I realize like a phone or laptop and other products it will work but not hold charge as well so that means different things but even to say you keep an EV knowing it only has 50-60 % of range and have it along with another car and use it for shorter trips etc .
    What is the maximum life on avg if your willing to deal with loss of range as i figured but still use it to go shopping and shorter trips ( have another vehicle you would preserve life on by using ratty car same as ice cars , like use it to drive in NYC not. Eing afraid to rub paint with cabbies and pushy people and park on street etc) .
    It seems some people do for whatever reason end up with cars that need new or not new but " re conditioned " or used with less mileage new battery packs and there are scenarios where you have a nice vehicle but not worth anything because of battery / batteries crapping out so zero equity in car .
    It feels like EV owners dont at all think past 70k maybe 100k and replace their vehicles faster or similar to a german car owner for instance . I am more of a 10 year owner or longer even i have one care that is a 19 with 10K on odometer so god knows if the car doesnt outlive me at 57 years old at this pace .
    Evs being cheaper to run i might want to run more miles in fact .
    Yeah general question i know its broad and perhaps that could be for average tesla owner . Im gonna say normal driving 12-15 miles a year in NY with seasons . Is 200k a reasonable life span and is there any equity left at 200k or is it a part out if treated well enough ?

  • @whatelsewouldyoudo
    @whatelsewouldyoudo 2 роки тому

    Hello, what’s the best EV for hot weather countries like the Philippines? I heard the batteries die faster in hotter climates? Is that true

  • @allanjdmsissons4237
    @allanjdmsissons4237 2 роки тому +2

    Great video

  • @ianbower7756
    @ianbower7756 2 роки тому

    Hello Kyle,
    I have driven a few Hyundai Ionic Hybrids and they all had really hard seats.
    How were the seats in this Kia please?
    :)

  • @aadilsarfani8408
    @aadilsarfani8408 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the review. Was that passing maneuver automatically executed, or did you signal the car to lane change to the left and then the right?

    • @y0uRF4t3
      @y0uRF4t3 2 роки тому

      You have to signal to make it do a lane change, it does not change lanes just b/c there is someone slow in your lane.

  • @toasterdk
    @toasterdk Рік тому

    How does in perform in 0 degrees celsius on highway? Is battery life like half?

  • @brooks4048
    @brooks4048 2 роки тому

    My 1969 cougar XR7 with a 351W doesn’t care about wind and only takes minutes to charge.

  • @MrMustangrick
    @MrMustangrick 2 роки тому +1

    Should show the window sticker, MSRP, dealer ripoff price, cost to charge in these tests. Incomplete.

  • @andabossftw
    @andabossftw 2 роки тому

    I think testing ali express / alibaba electric cars will make good videos. I've seen cheap electric cars and I wonder if they are any decent

  • @joedifrancesco1572
    @joedifrancesco1572 2 роки тому

    Can't wait to see the Cadillac Lyriq do the 70-MPH Highway Range Test!

  • @quangtuynguyen8907
    @quangtuynguyen8907 Рік тому

    how about range test for EV6 GT line RWD?

  • @billg4517
    @billg4517 2 роки тому

    Thanks, that was very interesting and informative...

  • @huntsw
    @huntsw 2 роки тому

    What are the two green symbols on the far right side of the instrument panel while driving? My wind doesn't look like that

    • @trpblr
      @trpblr 2 роки тому +2

      That is part of the HDA2 system, one is a steering wheel and the other is left and right turn signals telling you auto lane change is available.

    • @Matt-M
      @Matt-M 2 роки тому +3

      @@trpblr This vehicle should only have HDA1. Quite confusing why his awd wind has hda2 but nobody else's does

    • @eurosteve50
      @eurosteve50 2 роки тому +2

      @@Matt-M It's a head scratcher! I wonder if Kyle and the gang would be willing to research this at higher levels? How did this happen?

  • @mortgagemartin3987
    @mortgagemartin3987 2 роки тому

    I have just today had the EV6 for a test drive today, nice car BUT I wasn’t overly impressed with the speed, I didn’t feel existed driving itn

    • @daniellanford
      @daniellanford 2 роки тому

      Did you try sport mode? I just test drove one today and it was set to ECO when I got in. I thought the same until I switched to sport. Wildly different acceleration profile and was quite exhilarating.

    • @mortgagemartin3987
      @mortgagemartin3987 2 роки тому

      @@daniellanford yes I had it on the motorway and put it into all modes, I am looking to change my GLC next year so will test drive again when the GT comes out along with others cars

  • @thomasbalotte7393
    @thomasbalotte7393 2 роки тому +3

    Wind only has drive assist 1. GTL has 2.

    • @StuartFriedman8888
      @StuartFriedman8888 2 роки тому

      I think the tech package upgrades that to HDA2, thus the in-dash side camera view.

    • @thomasbalotte7393
      @thomasbalotte7393 2 роки тому +1

      @@StuartFriedman8888 Tech package adds surround view, smart parking assist, blind view monitor, and parking collision avoidance. HDA2 is exclusive to the GTL

    • @Matt-M
      @Matt-M 2 роки тому +2

      See this part confuses me though because he clearly has HDA2 since it's letting him change lanes automatically. Mine definitely doesn't come with that feature

    • @thomasbalotte7393
      @thomasbalotte7393 2 роки тому +2

      @@Matt-M That's a good point. It's weird because on the features breakdown on Kia's website it doesn't show HDA2 as even an option for the Wind.

  • @fr9714
    @fr9714 2 роки тому +1

    Id be scared even on gas cars. I once had 4mi left of range on my gas car when I pulled into a gas station. For Tesla I don't go below 10%.

  • @phshon
    @phshon 2 роки тому +1

    You’re in America, why are we at 30 degrees Celsius?

  • @juddridesbikes
    @juddridesbikes 2 роки тому

    Really like this car. Can you the same method range test with a new model Y LR as well!?