<\/p>\n Single-motor rear-wheel-drive versions of the EV6 make 225 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, while dual-motor all-wheel-drive versions make 320 hp and 446 lb-ft. Both have a 77.4-kwh battery pack, with range ratings of up to 310 miles for the single-motor and up to 282 miles for the dual-motor.\u00a0<\/p>\n 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 fast-charging – Lacey, WA<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The EV6 excels in some aspects that make it a good road-trip companion. On a 350-kw CCS connector, the EV6 can recover an 80% charge in less than 18 minutes. While we\u2019ve found that isn\u2019t always reproducible depending on the temperature, it\u2019s one of the faster EVs in its class even when it\u2019s charging on a 150-kw connector<\/a>.<\/p>\n In driving dynamics, we\u2019re still not wild about the numb steering feel. And the physical package itself isn\u2019t perfect. Front seats feel too propped-upward, while in back the door cuts are given short shrift in the way of aerodynamics and styling. Taller people will probably have enough space in the rear outboard seats, but getting in and out requires some ducking\u2014and parents loading toddlers in will need a learning curve.\u00a0<\/p>\n That said, the interface is impressive. We especially appreciate the real row of buttons that can instantly be retasked from audio and navigation to climate controls.\u00a0<\/p>\n 2022 Kia EV6<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Among the three Hyundai\/Kia\/Genesis models built on the parent company\u2019s E-GMP dedicated electric vehicle platform, the EV6 is the only one offered in all U.S. states\u2014with Kia taking the most proactive approach to making the EV6 available in higher numbers from the start, versus the Hyundai Ioniq 5.\u00a0<\/p>\n The 2023 model year marks the introduction of the high-performance Kia EV6 GT<\/a>. With a combined output of 576 hp and 546 lb-ft of torque, the GT can accelerate to 60 mph in less than 3.5 seconds\u2014albeit with rated range down to 206 miles. It also backs up the forward thrust with a dedicated sport suspension with dynamic damping control, an electronic limited-slip rear differential, larger ventilated front and rear disc brakes, and Z-rated tires. Yes, it\u2019s a bit of a distraction from green-car priorities, but we\u2019re happy to see Kia is also showing that electric can outperform gasoline.\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"2022](\"https:\/\/images.hgmsites.net\/lrg\/2022-hyundai-ioniq-5-limited-awd_100839586_l.jpg\" "\\"2022")
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