The Kia EV6 has taken the top prize at the prestigious What Car Awards 2022, being named Car of the Year . It also took the title of Electric SUV of the Year - a huge success for Kia s first dedicated electric car.
It s only the second all-electric vehicle to ever claim the overall Car of the Year title - the first being the Kia e-Niro in 2019.
The judging panel at the awards commended the Kia EV6 for its excellent real-world range and ability to charge at unrivalled speeds - which addresses two major concerns that people still hold around owning an electric vehicle.
The Kia EV6 looks and feels like the future, with its eye-catching design, spacious interior, connected infotainment system and intelligent safety features.
Paul Philpott, President and CEO of Kia UK Limited, commented: It s a great honour for Kia to win Car of the Year at this year s What Car? Awards, particularly given the high regard with which they are held by customers across the UK.
The EV6 is a truly exceptional car and it s just the beginning of things to come from Kia on our rapid journey to electrification. This is tangible recognition that Kia is fast becoming a true leader in electric vehicles having also won this award with e-Niro in 2019.
The EV6 is available with a 77.4kWh battery across a range of three model grades - Air , GT-Line and GT-Line S . Prices start from £40,945 (OTR), and it offers a range of up to 328 miles from a single charge.
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