2022 Kia EV6 | Must-Watch for First-Time EV Buyers!

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If there’s one thing we know for sure, people hate change. They view it as a disruption to their lives and it scares them even if it represents progress. And that’s where we are with electric cars. Now I get it - because it’s part of my job I’ve been driving EVs for a decade - I’ve had time to get comfortable with them and I hope you’ve been watching my electric car reviews where I explain how they work, the pros the cons etc. But like only our country can, EVs have become a political issue. There’s even a braindead, hillbilly politician down south trying to remove public car chargers unless gas and diesel equivalents are installed next to them. Welcome to the USA, 2022. So, my goal is to help you understand why electrics like this awesome Kia EV6 are nothing to be feared. It may not be the right car for you at the moment but for many an EV makes total sense right now.

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All Comments (21)
  • @justins8895
    Getting close to 100k subscribers Steve! Well deserved...your reviews are excellent.
  • @Cali_Lux_Cruiser
    Loved the intro! You hit the mark head on. Much respect for you, Steve 💯🙏🏾
  • @Peter-rq4xn
    Great review as always Steve. Are you planning on reviewing the new Bolt EUV soon? With the current discounts and incentives, it is the most affordable EV at this time.
  • @chadjeror6046
    I’ve been an EV owner since 2014, can’t imagine going back. Great review.
  • @philhyde983
    KIA EV6 only gets 1,000kWh free charging with Electrify America. Hyundai IONIQ 5 gets the 3 free years.
  • @MichaelCastelaz
    It seems like the times you’re quoting for charging are significantly longer than Kia claims (and significantly longer than Car and Driver verifies on their review of the 2023 EV6 Wind). Have these numbers improved from 22 to 23? Also, I’m struggling to figure out which trim levels have a sun/moon roof. Do you happen to know? Thanks for the content!
  • @gelandredman2117
    The time of this video is a sign.. this will be my next car.❤️🙏🏼
  • @billbaker9623
    Enjoyed the review. I wish someone would talk about how range if affected in extreme heat and not just the cold since I live in Phoenix and our summer temps almost always top 100+ degrees. Also, Ive been watching electric car videos for about three years and I don't think I've ever seen an EV GO or Electrify America charger live up to its stated potential. it doesn't matter what the auto maker claims for charge time if the charger can't perform as advertised. Maybe in a couple of years.
  • @norabea3552
    KIA owner here x3 (our kids have our old 2011 Sportage & 2016 Soul+) – looking for a full EV soon. Husband has the Ford Fusion hybrid; it doesn’t compare to the EV6 or EV9 lineup. Pls do a 4-hr driving vacation tour to give us an idea - we visit in-laws often, expect this EV to be a pleasant surprise. 🍀
  • @vancity2349
    Totally agree, Hyundai Kia on an EV role Ioniq 5 winning worldwide awards and the Ioniq 6 wow. Fast charging l, amazing features and price point fro most rebates. Honda Toyota Mazda? Ford trying but GM and Dodge crickets...
  • @lorenwil
    You have such a great speaking voice. You have one of — if not the — best voice of automotive journalists/reviewers. Love your content.
  • @LiquidTurbo
    Hey this is a fantastic review and presentation of the car, I really appreciate the review - helps better understand the EV6 in more detail compared to other reviewers!
  • @AMan-he9sz
    Hold down the media/HVAC selector control and choose your preferred default.
  • @wackit6756
    After much research on my first EV, this exact configuration of EV6 was for me. Everything won me over. But then I got inside and tried to lower the ‘Tilt' steering wheel and in its lowest setting it was still angled high like a bus! Why doesn’t it tilt down lower? It would bother me every minute I drove it if I purchased it. Why doesn’t Kia make it tilt down more? I had to pass.
  • @stevevirag8282
    Everyone needs to stop crying about the radio heater controls just use to radio buttons on the stiring wheel
  • @wtDrake
    There are still millions of people who park their cars outdoors without an outlet or charger nearby. I don't know how apartment complexes are going to adapt in the future to handle this.
  • @jasonyoung6420
    We just bought my wife a Kia Sorento PHEV Monday 10/3, and since getting it home from the dealer and plugging it in overnight, she is running almost entirely on EV power for her daily commute of <40 miles (gas motor kicks in while getting on the highway, and when she needs cabin heat). operating abhor