The Kia EV6 is an all electric, compact crossover SUV with an attractive entry price. Utilizing a selection of either 58 kWh or 77.4 kWh lithium ion batteries and either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, the EV6 has received high accolades from electric vehicle (EV) drivers for its range of choices, fast charging speeds and excellent range figures. The EV6 is comparable to other crossovers, such as the Ford Mustang Mach-E, the Volkswagen ID.4, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5. The Tesla Model Y is similar but pricier.

The EV6’s interior is dominated by a large, floating center console that offers controls for features such as heated seats. A pair of 12.3 inch screens with a touch-sensitive display for everyday functions. Another plus of the EV6 is the standard “Drivewise” safety suite, including surround-view monitor, highway driving assist, front and rear blind-spot collision avoidance, and head-up display. There’s even a smart remote parking assist.

With the 58 kWh battery, the EPA says the Kia EV6 range is impressive. It can travel 232 miles on a single charge of the 816 pound battery. With the 77.4 kWh battery in the Wind, GT-line and GT trims, the EPA estimated range is up to 310 miles.All EV6 models have 11 kW onboard chargers, powering the car from 10% to 100%  in about seven hours.

To take full advantage of fast home charging, EV6 owners will want to install a 48 amp home EV charger, such as the JuiceBox 48, which has a standard SAE J1772 plug that works with any electric vehicle on the market. Because the average commuting time in the US is only 26.4 miles, most Kia EV6 owners will not deplete their battery in a day of driving and may charge only an hour or two each day. The EV6 offers bidirectional charging via its vehicle-to-load (V2L) charging adapter, which can power 110 volt appliances. For instance, owners can run a refrigerator for more than 300 hours. A discharge limit can be set if used for tailgating, so the car retains enough power to get home.