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| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $41,336–$49,438 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2022 Kia EV6 is a ev that earns a Carivo score of 8.2/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 8.8/10, while Performance at 7.4/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.9/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. On safety, it scores 8.5/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.4/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. On technology it rates 8.8/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $41,336–$49,438, 116 MPG, seating 5, the Kia EV6 sits in the mid-market bracket of the ev segment. Its value score of 8.6/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 4 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2022 Kia EV6 will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good ev should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2022 Kia EV6 ranks #24 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 91% of the segment. Its 8.2/10 overall score is 0.6 points above the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $41,336 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $52,750 by about 22%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking →
Across the EV6 model years we've scored, the 2022 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 8.4/10 | $45,294 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 8.4/10 | $45,294 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 8.4/10 | $43,975 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.3/10 | $42,655 | Read review → |
| 2022 (this review) | 8.2/10 | $41,336 |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Parking brake / Electrical / Control module / Software 11/05/2022 · 22V322000 | Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 EV6 vehicles. A software error in the Shifter Control Unit (SCU) may disengage the parking mechanism, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway. |
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| Electrical system / 12v/24v/48v battery 14/03/2024 · 24V200000 | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power. |
| Electrical system / 12v/24v/48v battery 18/11/2024 · 24V867000 | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power. |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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