BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
KIA |
Ford |
| Model |
EV6 Light 2025 |
Explorer EV |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric |
Compact/Midsize Electric SUV |
| Trims |
Light, Light Long Range, Wind, GT-Line, GT |
Standard RWD, Extended Range RWD, AWD |
| Release Date |
March 2025 |
2024 (Europe) |
| Status |
Available |
In production (Europe only) |
| Made In |
South Korea |
Cologne, Germany |
| Body Type |
Crossover SUV |
SUV (5-door) |
| Vehicle Warranty |
5 years or 60,000 miles |
8 years / 160,000 km (battery & EV components), 3 years / 100,000 km (vehicle) |
| Colors |
Yacht Blue, Runway Red, Snow White Pearl, Interstellar Gray GT-Exclusive: Steel Matte Gray (optional) |
8 years / 160,000 km (battery & EV components), 3 years / 100,000 km (vehicle) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor(s) |
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (single or dual motor) |
| Horsepower |
167 hp |
168 hp (Standard RWD) / 282 hp (Long Range RWD) / 335 hp (AWD) |
| Torque |
258 lb-ft |
350 Nm (RWD) / ~679 Nm (AWD, est.) |
| Acceleration |
0 to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds |
6.4 s (RWD), 5.3 s (AWD) |
| Top Speed |
115 mph |
180 km/h |
| Range |
232 miles |
350 km (Standard RWD), 570–600 km (Long Range RWD), 490–500 km (AWD) [WLTP] |
| Drivetrain |
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
RWD / AWD |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion (NCM) |
Lithium-ion (VW MEB platform) |
| Battery Capacity |
58 kWh |
52 kWh (standard), 77–79 kWh (long range & AWD) |
| Power Consumption |
120 MPGe |
15–17 kWh/100 km (WLTP, depending on trim) |
| Battery Warranty |
10 years/100,000 miles (70% capacity retention) |
8 years / 160,000 km |
| Home Charging Speed |
0 to 100% in 6.5 hrs |
Up to 11 kW AC |
| Supercharging Speed |
10-80% in 18 minutes |
Not Tesla, CCS2 DC fast charging |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
220 kW |
Up to 185 kW (10–80% in ~25–28 minutes) |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
25 miles / hour |
22–25 mi/hr (11 kW AC) |
| Charging Time |
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7–8 hrs (AC, 11 kW) / ~25–28 min (DC fast, 10–80%) |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS1 (Combined Charging System) |
CCS Type 2 (Europe) |
| Home Charging Options |
Level 1 (120V, 12A): 3–4 miles/hour - Level 2 (240V, 48A): 25–30 miles/hour |
Wallbox, public AC, 230V outlet |
| Onboard Charger Power |
10.9 kW (240V, 48A) |
11 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
184.3 inches |
4,460 mm |
| Width |
74 inches (1880 mm) |
1,870 mm |
| Height |
60.8 inches |
1,600 mm |
| Wheelbase |
114.2 inches (2900 mm) |
2,770 mm |
| Ground Clearance |
6.1 inches |
180 mm |
| Cargo Space |
24.4 cubic feet |
450 L (seats up), ~1,400 L (seats folded) |
| Curb Weight |
3,900 lbs |
1,800–2,100 kg (depending on trim) |
| No. of Doors |
5 Doors |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 Seater |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy wheels |
Alloy |
| Wheel Size |
19 inches |
19" (standard), optional 20" / 21" |
| Front Tire |
235/55 R19 |
235/55 R19 (base) |
| Rear Tire |
235/55 R19 |
235/55 R19 (base) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) |
| Transmission |
Single-Speed Automatic (Fixed Ratio) |
Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive) |
| Turning Radius |
38.1 feet |
11.5 m |
| Gear Box |
Direct Drive |
1-speed fixed ratio |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson strut |
MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link |
Multi-link independent |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) |
No (Ford Co-Pilot360 assist suite instead) |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes, SYNC Move with Google Maps & OTA updates |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes, with Stop & Go and Lane Centering |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Dual-zone automatic climate control |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Yes |
USB-C / USB-A ports |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
No |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
No |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Yes (wireless) |
| Android Auto |
Yes |
Yes (wireless) |
| Touchscreen |
12.3-inch |
Yes |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
No |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
6 Speakers |
Up to 10 (B&O premium system) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative Braking System |
Regenerative braking with ABS + EBD |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated discs |
Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Solid discs |
Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
8 Airbags (front, side, curtain, etc.) |
7 (front, side, curtain, knee) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes, 3-point with pretensioners |
| Auto Parking sensors |
No |
Front & rear sensors + optional automated park assist |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
360-Degree Camera Available |
360° camera system |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
No |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No |
No (urban SUV, not off-road focus) |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
No |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
No |
Yes |
