Driven: The 2022 Kia EV6 Is Missing 1 Crucial Feature We’ve been electrifying with many trucks and SUVs like the EV6, and it’s been worth trying so many options. We can now see which vehicles are missing certain features and which models they really offer. But we are still shocked by what is missing.
Driven: The 2022 Kia EV6 Is Missing 1 Crucial Feature
2022 Kia EV6 Does Not Include Charging Cable
We are quite surprised that 2022 does not come with a charging cable. This posed a challenge when we tried to charge it at home. We found the charging port and searched everywhere for the wire.
You have to buy the cable to charge your car at home. Level 1 or Level 2 charging cables cost anywhere from $300 to $600. May be available through dealerships at a later time.
But on a positive note, the Kia EV6 features 1,000 kWh of free charging at Electrify America over a three-year period. This can cover up to 4,000 miles of range.
How fast can a 2022 EV6 charge?
Driven: The 2022 Kia EV6 Is Missing 1 Crucial Feature
You can in about 36 hours using a level 1 charger or a 120-volt outlet at home. This method regenerates about nine miles of range per hour, which is faster than the average charging rate for electric vehicles.
Using a level 2 charger or a 240-volt outlet, the battery can be recharged from 10 to 100 percent in about seven hours. You can have a level 2 charger installed in your home by a licensed electrician. Level 2 chargers cost about $1,300 with labor included.
Speed things up with DC fast charging or a level 3 charging station. This method can add about 218 miles or range in 20 minutes. DC fast charging stations can add about 70 miles of range in five minutes, too.
We go straight to the fast charging station to see how fast we can replenish the battery. However, it’s a bit frustrating to take that extra step. We messed up the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and its standard cable.
How long does a Kia EV6 have?
Driven: The 2022 Kia EV6 Is Missing 1 Crucial Feature
The EPA has an estimated range of 232 miles with the standard battery. You can choose the long-range battery for an estimated range of 310 miles from the EPA. Also, the EV6 GT model has a range of just 206 miles.
We found that the range is constant. Driving on warm afternoons and cool mornings doesn’t seem to affect its charge. Driving in eco mode can save a bit of juice as you adjust torque and throttle response to be a little slower.
Switching between Normal and Sport modes provides different driving dynamics, but the range doesn’t seem to be affected. Also, we don’t expect to test Snow Mode this week.
Stay tuned for our full Kia EV6 review. We still have more to learn about its pros and cons. Also, you were warned that the charging cable is not included!
