2026 Kia EV6: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2026 Kia EV6 is the loss of the high-performance GT trim. Otherwise, the Light, Light Long Range, Wind, and GT-Line versions carry over from the broad 2025 refresh without major updates.
About the 2026 Kia EV6
1st generation (introduced for 2022), second year after the 2025 mid-cycle refresh
Kia positions the EV6 as a sleek, sporty electric crossover that blends SUV passenger space with a lower, hatchback-like shape and responsive road manners. Its strongest model-level advantages are rapid DC fast charging, up to 319 miles of EPA range, generous rear-seat room, and a broad set of standard driver-assistance features. Compared with boxier electric SUVs, the EV6 emphasizes style and driving feel without giving up everyday comfort.
The Light is the straightforward daily-use version, with a 63.0-kWh battery, 237-mile EPA range, heated front seats, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen. Light Long Range, Wind, and GT-Line use the 84.0-kWh battery; Wind adds vehicle-to-load power and surround-view cameras, while GT-Line brings a head-up display, sunroof, and 14-speaker Meridian audio. The long-range rear-wheel-drive versions reach 319 EPA miles, while the AWD versions produce 320 hp.
What changed, by category
2026 Kia EV6 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | AC Electric Motor / Dual AC Electric Motors | AC Electric Motor | AC Electric Motor / Dual AC Electric Motors | AC Electric Motor / Dual AC Electric Motors |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | Single-Speed Reduction Gear |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 225–320 hp | 167 hp | 225–320 hp | 225–320 hp |
| Torque | 258–446 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258–446 lb-ft | 258–446 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2700 lb | 2700 lb | 2700 lb | |
| Trunk/Cargo | 50.2 cu-ft | 50.2 cu-ft | 50.2 cu-ft | 50.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 295–319 | 237 | 295–319 | 295–319 |
| MPGe Combined | 106–114 | 115 | 97–114 | 106–114 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Head-Up Display | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Kia EV6 a redesign?
No. The 2026 EV6 is the second model year following the broad 2025 refresh, and its body design, batteries, cabin displays, and driver-assistance equipment carry over. The main lineup change is the removal of the GT trim.
Does the 2026 Kia EV6 still have a GT trim?
No. The high-performance GT was dropped for 2026. The remaining lineup consists of Light, Light Long Range, Wind, and GT-Line versions.
Did the 2026 Kia EV6 get new batteries or different driving ranges?
No. The remaining lineup keeps the 63.0-kWh and 84.0-kWh batteries and the same EPA range ratings as the refreshed 2025 EV6. Ratings run from 237 miles for the Light to 319 miles for several long-range rear-wheel-drive versions.
Which 2026 Kia EV6 trims have the longest range?
The rear-wheel-drive Light Long Range, Wind, and GT-Line share the highest EPA range at 319 miles. Each uses the larger 84.0-kWh battery and a 225-hp rear motor.
What is the most powerful 2026 Kia EV6 after the GT was dropped?
The most powerful remaining setup is the 320-hp dual-motor AWD system. It is used in AWD versions of the Light Long Range, Wind, and GT-Line.