Kia · model year 2023
2023 Kia EV6
Specifications and certified data for the 2023 model year. All Kia EV6 model years →
2023 UK builds, engines & trims
| Build | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Power hp | CO₂ g/km | MPG | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'GT' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 577bhp 1-speed auto AWD | — | Electric | Other | 577 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GT' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 577bhp 1-speed auto AWD | — | Electric | Other | 577 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 GT 77.4kWh lithium-ion 577bhp AWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 577 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTL' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 321bhp 1-speed auto AWD | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTL' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 321bhp 1-speed auto AWD | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTL' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 321bhp 1-speed auto AWD HP | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTL' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 321bhp 1-speed auto AWD HP | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTLS' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 321bhp 1-speed auto AWD | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTLS' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 321bhp 1-speed auto AWD | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTLS' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 321bhp 1-speed auto AWD HP | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTLS' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 321bhp 1-speed auto AWD HP | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 GT-Line 77.4kWh lithium-ion 321bhp AWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 GT-Line Heat Pump 77.4kWh lithium-ion 321bhp AWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 GT-Line S 77.4kWh lithium-ion 321bhp AWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 GT-Line S Heat Pump 77.4kWh lithium-ion 321bhp AWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 321 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'Air' 77.4kWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTL' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTL' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTL' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD HP | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTL' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD HP | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTLS' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTLS' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTLS' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD HP | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| 'GTLS' 77.4KWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD HP | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| Air' 77.4kWh lithium-ion 226bhp 1-speed auto RWD | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 Air 77.4kWh lithium-ion 226bhp RWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 GT-Line 77.4kWh lithium-ion 226bhp RWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 GT-Line Heat Pump 77.4kWh lithium-ion 226bhp RWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 GT-Line S 77.4kWh lithium-ion 226bhp RWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
| EV6 GT-Line S Heat Pump 77.4kWh lithium-ion 226bhp RWD 1-speed auto | — | Electric | Other | 226 | 0 | — | Dossier |
UK Vehicle Certification Agency fuel & emissions data and ACS catalogue records, Open Government Licence v3.0, VCA ↗.
2023 US EPA fuel-economy records
| Year | Engine | Drive | Transmission | Fuel | MPG (US) comb. | CO₂ g/mi | EV range mi | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 79 | — | 206 | EPA ↗ | |
| 2023 | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 109 | — | 282 | EPA ↗ | |
| 2023 | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 96 | — | 252 | EPA ↗ | |
| 2023 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 117 | — | 310 | EPA ↗ | |
| 2023 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 117 | — | 232 | EPA ↗ |
US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle), fueleconomy.gov ↗, US government public domain.
US NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Kia EV6 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
| 2023 Kia EV6 SUV RWD | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (US government, public domain). US-market versions; not the same tests as Euro NCAP.
US safety recalls
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26V431000 2026-07-02 · model years 2022, 2023, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 and 2024 EV9 vehicles. The high voltage battery cells may contain misaligned electrodes, which can lead to a fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 80% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery system assembly, free of charge.…
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24V867000 2024-11-18 · model years 2022, 2023, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13,…
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24V200000 2024-03-14 · model years 2022, 2023, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be…
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24V057000 2024-01-31 · model years 2023
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC295.
NHTSA recalls database (US government, public domain). Recalls apply to US-market vehicles; check the manufacturer for your country.
Generation in 2023
Sources
- UK VCA fuel & emissions data — https://carfueldata.vehicle-certification-agency.gov.uk/Open Government Licence v3.0
- US EPA / DOE FuelEconomy.gov — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/ws/index.shtmlUS Government public domain
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API — https://api.nhtsa.gov/SafetyRatingsUS Government public domain
- NHTSA recalls database — https://www.nhtsa.gov/recallsUS Government public domain
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.