The highly anticipated 2025 Kia EV6 facelift has made its Indian debut at the Auto Expo 2025, showcasing significant cosmetic, functional, and technical upgrades. Official bookings for the updated EV6 have commenced, with the launch expected in the coming months. Here’s a detailed look at what’s new in the refreshed EV6.
Exterior Design Upgrades
The facelifted Kia EV6 introduces sharper aesthetics and refined styling elements:
- New Headlamps: The updated headlamps feature a ‘Star Map’ signature lighting, lending a more assertive and focused look.
- Refreshed Bumpers: The front bumper now sports sharper angles, enhancing the vehicle’s aggressive stance. At the rear, a wide, wing-type bumper highlights the EV’s width, complemented by combination lamps adopting the Star Map theme.
- Alloy Wheels: Internationally, the EV6 now offers redesigned 19- to 21-inch alloy wheels, depending on the variant.
These changes collectively give the 2025 Kia EV6 a bolder road presence while maintaining its premium appeal.
Interior Enhancements
The interior of the 2025 Kia EV6 features a host of upgrades to improve both functionality and aesthetics:
- Steering Wheel: A new steering wheel design includes a refined crashpad with an offset brand logo and Hands-On-Detection for improved safety.
- Ambient Lighting: Enhanced ambient lighting elevates the cabin’s visual appeal.
- Smartphone Charging: The improved wireless charging pad supports up to 15W charging.
- Fingerprint Recognition: A new fingerprint scanner integrated into the center console allows authenticated drivers to start the vehicle without a physical or digital key.
- Infotainment System: Kia’s updated 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system now run on the brand’s new connected car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) software. This system supports over-the-air (OTA) updates and offers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
- Digital Key 2.0: Thanks to ultrawideband technology, customers can unlock the car without holding their smartphone against the door handle.
Powertrain and Battery Improvements
The 2025 Kia EV6 introduces new battery options and improved performance metrics:
- Battery Packs: Internationally, the EV6 is now available with 63 kWh and 84 kWh battery packs, replacing the older 58 kWh and 77.4 kWh units. In India, the long-range 84 kWh unit is expected to be standard.
- Range: The new 84 kWh battery pack offers an estimated range of up to 775 km on a full charge, compared to 708 km in the previous model.
- Charging: Charging speeds have been upgraded to support up to 258 kW, enabling a 10-80% charge in just 18 minutes.
- Motor Configurations:
- Standard rear-wheel-drive variant: 125 kW (168 hp) and 350 Nm torque.
- Long-range rear-wheel-drive variant: 168 kW (225 hp) and 350 Nm torque.
- Dual-motor all-wheel-drive variant: 239 kW (320 hp) and 605 Nm torque.
In India, the EV6 is likely to be offered in the long-range configurations, ensuring a balance of performance and efficiency.
Pricing and Availability
The facelifted Kia EV6 is expected to be priced around INR 65 lakh (ex-showroom) in India. With bookings already open, the launch is anticipated in the first half of 2025. The updated model’s enhanced range, cutting-edge technology, and refined design make it a strong contender in the premium electric vehicle market.
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