2025 Kia EV6 Makes Global Debut, India Launch Slated for Next Year

overview of the updates and features of the 2025 Kia EV6 facelift.

2025 Kia EV6 Facelift Unveiled

Introduction of  Kia EV6:

• Kia has unveiled the facelifted 2025 EV6 in South Korea.

• This marks the first major update since its debut in 2021.

• The latest model features design tweaks, interior changes, new features, and an updated powertrain.

Variants:

• Available in three derivatives: Light, Earth, and GT Line.

• Pre-bookings are underway.

• Deliveries in Korea are expected to start next month.

Exterior Updates:

LED Headlights:

• Redesigned cluster with new boomerang-shaped LED DRLs and sleeker twin projector lamps.

Front Bumper and Air Dam:

• Revised design for a fresh appeal.

• Alloy Wheels:

• New dual-tone alloy wheels.

General Styling:

• Rest of the exterior remains largely unchanged.

Interior Changes:

Displays:

• Curved twin LED display for the 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system and 12.3-inch digital driver’s display.

Steering Wheel:

• New two-spoke design with steering wheel grip detection and fingerprint reader.

• Allows registered drivers to start the car without a key.

Charging Outlet:

• Repositioned to the right-hand side of the tailgate.

Additional Features:

• Digital rear-view mirror.

• Improved head-up display.

• AI-based navigation setup borrowed from newer Genesis models.

• Front camera with graphic overlays for navigation.

Updated Powertrain:

Battery Pack:

• New 84kWh battery pack replacing the older 77kWh unit.

Motor Specifications:

Light Trim:

Single-motor, rear-wheel drive setup. 226 bhp and 350 Nm of torque. Peak range of 494 km on a single charge (up from 475 km).

Earth and GT-Line Trims:

Dual-motor, all-wheel drive setup. 321 bhp and 605 Nm of torque. Earth variant: Peak range of 461 km on a single charge. GT-Line variant: Peak range of 432 km on a single charge.

Charging:

All variants can be fast charged from 0 to 80% in just 18 minutes.

Ride Comfort:

Kia has added frequency-selective dampers to improve ride comfort.

Conclusion:

The 2025 Kia EV6 introduces significant updates in both design and functionality, enhancing its appeal in the electric crossover market.