Kia has taken the wraps off the facelifted 2025 EV6 at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 in New Delhi, ahead of its official launch in May. This updated electric crossover features a refreshed design, a host of new features, and improved battery capacity for longer range and faster charging. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 Kia EV6 facelift.
Refreshed Exterior Design
The 2025 Kia EV6 sports a more aggressive and dynamic look, thanks to its updated front fascia. It now features sleeker headlights paired with triangular LED DRLs, dubbed as ‘Star Map Signature Lighting.’ The front bumper has also been reshaped with sharper contours, giving the crossover a sportier stance.
While the silhouette remains largely unchanged, the updated EV6 gets new alloy wheel designs ranging from 19 to 21 inches. The rear also receives minor tweaks to the taillight cluster, maintaining the EV6’s futuristic aesthetic.
Interior and Features: Minimalism Meets Technology
Inside, the 2025 EV6 retains its modern and minimalistic design but introduces subtle updates. A new curved panel seamlessly integrates the 12.3-inch driver’s display and the 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Kia has also added a 3-spoke steering wheel and a fingerprint scanner for biometric authentication.
The updated EV6 boasts a suite of premium features, including:
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Augmented reality-based navigation
- Digital rearview mirror
- 15W wireless phone charger
- Remote Parking Assist 2
- Over-the-air (OTA) updates via Kia Connect Store
For safety, the EV6 facelift includes seven airbags, a 360-degree camera, parking sensors, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) with new features such as adaptive cruise control and front collision avoidance.
Performance and Range: Bigger Battery, Longer Drives
Kia has upgraded the EV6’s battery options for better performance and range. The facelifted model is now available with:
- 84 kWh battery pack (up from 77 kWh) with a range of over 650 km (WLTP)
- 63 kWh battery pack (up from 58 kWh) for the lower-end variant
The EV6 continues to support 800V ultra-fast charging, enabling a 10-80% recharge in just 18 minutes with a 350 kW DC fast charger. Power output for the dual-motor all-wheel-drive variant remains impressive at 325 PS and 605 Nm of torque.
Expected Price and Competition
The current Kia EV6 starts at ₹60.96 lakh (ex-showroom). The 2025 facelift is expected to command a slight premium over this price. In the Indian market, the EV6 facelift will compete with the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Mercedes-Benz EQA, Volvo C40 Recharge, and BMW iX1.
FAQs:
- What is the price of the 2025 Kia EV6 facelift? The 2025 Kia EV6 facelift is expected to be priced slightly higher than the current model, which starts at ₹60.96 lakh (ex-showroom).
- What is the range of the 2025 Kia EV6? The 2025 EV6 offers a range of over 650 km with the 84 kWh battery pack, as per WLTP testing.
- When will the 2025 Kia EV6 facelift be launched in India? The facelifted Kia EV6 is slated for a launch in May 2025. Bookings are already open.
- What are the new features in the 2025 Kia EV6? The 2025 Kia EV6 facelift comes with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, a 15W wireless charger, Level 2 ADAS, augmented reality navigation, and biometric authentication.
- How fast can the 2025 Kia EV6 charge? Using a 350 kW DC fast charger, the Kia EV6 can charge from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes.
