TAKING DELIVERY OF OUR KIA EV6 GT! KICKING OFF THIS LONG TERM TEST

EV Channels Review

The Out of Spec team takes delivery of a Kia EV6 GT for a six-month long-term test, highlighting its "spicy" performance credentials. The reviewer expresses significant enthusiasm for the GT trim, calling it a "freaking Ripper" and one of their favorite cars from the previous year. Key pros include its powerful acceleration, impressive braking package, and robust thermal performance, making it a compelling enthusiast EV. However, the review points out notable drawbacks: a "very low" 200-mile EPA range and poor consumption, a frustrating user interface for climate and volume controls, and a suboptimal driving position with a high seating position and a steering wheel that doesn't adjust sufficiently. The reviewer also notes that the EV6 GT is a niche vehicle, with dealers not typically stocking it, and that it faces stiff competition from the Hyundai Ioniq 5N and Tesla Model 3 Performance. The upcoming facelifted EV6 is mentioned as a future point of comparison. The partnership with Fort Collins Kia for this long-term loan is praised for its support of content creators.