# Kia EV6 specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **EV range:** 319 mi - **Drive:** AWD, RWD - **Years covered:** 2022-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Kia EV6 is a small SUV with up to 319 miles of EPA range. Engines: Electric. ## Every 2026 Kia EV6 version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Range | 240V charge | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | EV6 Standard Range RWD | Electric | RWD | Single-speed | 128/103 MPGe | 115 MPGe | 237 mi | 6.2 h | $650 | 0 g/mi | | EV6 Long Range RWD | Electric | RWD | Single-speed | 128/101 MPGe | 114 MPGe | 319 mi | 9.0 h | $650 | 0 g/mi | | EV6 Long Range AWD (19 inch Wheels) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 117/95 MPGe | 106 MPGe | 295 mi | 8.8 h | $700 | 0 g/mi | | EV6 Long Range AWD (20 inch Wheels) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 106/89 MPGe | 97 MPGe | 270 mi | 8.9 h | $800 | 0 g/mi | | EV6 AWD GT | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 87/79 MPGe | 83 MPGe | 231 mi | 8.6 h | $900 | 0 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Kia EV6 specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPGe | EV range | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 83-115 | 319 mi | | 2025 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 83-115 | 319 mi | | 2024 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 83-117 | 310 mi | | 2023 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 79-117 | 310 mi | | 2022 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 105-117 | 310 mi | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the EV6 changed over the years? - **2025:** maximum range went from 310 to 319 miles. ## What does it cost to run a EV6? The EPA puts the 2026 Kia EV6's fuel cost at **$650-$900 a year**, against about $2,263 for other current small SUVs: roughly 66% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $3,875 in electricity. ## EV6 vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Range | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Tesla Model Y](/vehicles/tesla-model-y) | Electric | 105-138 MPGe | 357 mi | $550-$700 | | [Cadillac LYRIQ](/vehicles/cadillac-lyriq) | Electric | 80-92 MPGe | 326 mi | $850-$950 | | [Ford Mustang Mach-E](/vehicles/ford-mustang-mach-e) | Electric | 84-110 MPGe | 320 mi | $700-$900 | | [Hyundai Ioniq 5](/vehicles/hyundai-ioniq-5) | Electric | 71-115 MPGe | 318 mi | $650-$1,050 | | Toyota bZ | Electric | 109-131 MPGe | 314 mi | $550-$700 | | Subaru Uncharted | Electric | 112-129 MPGe | 308 mi | $600-$650 | | [Genesis GV60](/vehicles/genesis-gv60) | Electric | 78-110 MPGe | 306 mi | $700-$950 | | [Lexus RZ](/vehicles/lexus-rz) | Electric | 95-126 MPGe | 301 mi | $600-$800 | Other current small SUVs from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the range of the 2026 Kia EV6? The 2026 Kia EV6 has an EPA-estimated range of up to 319 miles on a full charge, with an efficiency rating of 83-115 MPGe combined. Cold weather and highway speed reduce range. ### What engine does the 2026 Kia EV6 have? The 2026 Kia EV6 comes with: Electric. It uses single-speed transmission and is offered with AWD and RWD. ### Is there a hybrid Kia EV6? No, the Kia EV6 is fully electric, so there is no hybrid or gas version. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Kia EV6 for a year? About $650-$900 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average electricity prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### Does the 2026 Kia EV6 come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Kia EV6 is offered with AWD and RWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Kia EV6 cheap to run compared with other small SUVs? Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $650-$900 compares with about $2,263 for other current small SUV models. 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