Kia EV6 vs Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In
Overview | |
MSRP$40,900 | MSRP$38,690 |
Listings100 | Listings44 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryWe didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is a $60,000 electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. | |
Reviews SummaryHow do they do it? They’re like a typical hybrid (think Toyota Prius) but with a larger battery and electric drive motor to tackle a typical commute running on nothing but electricity. Go farther, and they burn gasoline. Plug in to recharge the battery each night, and you might spend far less on gas. These qualities mean plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) can offer the best of both worlds. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine167 hp Electric | Engine1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity58 kWh | EV Battery Capacity13.8 kWh |
MPG City136 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway100 | MPG Highway35 |
Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name167 hp Electric | Engine Name1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2 hours |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity58 kWh | EV Battery Capacity13.8 kWh |
MPG City136 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway100 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space24.4 cu ft | Cargo Space34.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4017 lbs | Curb Weight4211 lbs |
Height60.8 in | Height66.9 in |
Length184.3 in | Length183.5 in |
Width74.0 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase108.5 in |
Maximum Payload987 lbs | Maximum Payload1124 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,900 | $38,690 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | We didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is a $60,000 electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. | How do they do it? They’re like a typical hybrid (think Toyota Prius) but with a larger battery and electric drive motor to tackle a typical commute running on nothing but electricity. Go farther, and they burn gasoline. Plug in to recharge the battery each night, and you might spend far less on gas. These qualities mean plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) can offer the best of both worlds. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 167 hp Electric | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | 13.8 kWh |
MPG City | 136 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 100 | 35 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 167 hp Electric | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2 hours | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | 13.8 kWh |
MPG City | 136 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 100 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 24.4 cu ft | 34.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4017 lbs | 4211 lbs |
Height | 60.8 in | 66.9 in |
Length | 184.3 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 108.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 987 lbs | 1124 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |

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