THE 2022 KIA EV6 IS A SPORTY, FUTURISTIC ELECTRIC CROSSOVER

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Doug DeMuro reviews the 2022 Kia EV6, a futuristic electric crossover that shares its platform with the Hyundai Ioniq 5. He highlights its sporty GT-Line trim, featuring 320 horsepower and AWD, with a range of 275 miles. The interior is praised for its futuristic design, including a unique starter button, dial gear selector, and Alcantara seats. However, DeMuro criticizes the climate and volume control interface, which requires switching between modes, and notes the lack of a music display in the gauge cluster. He commends the excellent packaging, resulting in a surprisingly spacious rear seat, and the distinctive exterior styling. While the driving experience is described as quiet, comfortable, and reasonably sporty with good handling, it doesn't quite match the excitement of a Kia Stinger. The cargo space is adequate but limited by the sloping roofline. Despite some tech foibles, the EV6 is deemed a solid entry in the electric crossover market, scoring 63/100, placing it ahead of the Tesla Model 3 and VW ID.4, but slightly behind the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y Performance.