Kia teases New EV6 with design refresh

South Korean car maker Kia has teased a new EV6 electric vehicle (EV) with a design refresh on the front and the rear side. The front carries a new headlight bar with an angular shape similar to the previous concept cars, more in line with the Kia EV3 concept. However, it varies from the existing EV6 model.

The front also appeared to slightly uplifted in comparison to the EV6 model. It could be due to the changes made to the bumper and the front fascia.

New Kia EV6 teaser (Image Credit: Kia)

The rear side carries trimmed blinkers and taillight bar on the rear gate. Previous information suggests that Kia will also make new changes in the rear bumper and the wheels.

In particular, Kia applied daytime running lights (DRL) that reflect the new family look ‘Star Map Signature Lighting’ to the New EV6 for a more dynamic and future-oriented feeling.

New Kia EV6 teaser (Image Credit: Kia)

“The new EV6 is back sleeker and cooler than ever before. Take a sneak peek before its official release” wrote Kia in the teaser.

This model is expected to release this year but a specific date is yet to be announced.

Here’s the official Kia statement on the teaser release.

“EV6, launched in August 2021, is Kia’s first dedicated electric vehicle model based on Hyundai Motor Group’s electric vehicle platform E-GMP.

EV6 has an eye-catching design and excellent electrified marketability, becoming the first Korean brand to win ‘European Car of the Year’ in 2022, followed by ‘The North American Car of the Year’ in 2023. and Utility Vehicle of the Year (SUV category)’ was also awarded.

In addition, the EV6 GT, a high-performance version of the EV6, won the ‘World Performance Car of the Year’ at the 2023 World Car Awards, and the EV6 received various awards and favorable reviews, including the world’s top three Cars of the Year. It is recognized for its competitiveness in the global electric vehicle market.

Kia plans to release specific product information, including the design and detailed specifications, of the new EV6, which has further improved its marketability, this month.

A Kia official said, “EV6, developed based on E-GMP, a dedicated electric vehicle platform, continues to receive various awards and favorable reviews in global regions,” adding, “Kia will continue to strive to meet the diverse needs of customers through differentiated products and services.” “It is,” he said. “

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