Is the NEW Kia EV6 GT-Line a performance electric car WORTH the PRICE?

[@IKhanNot]

I really started paying attention to Kia when they brought out the Stinger. With this new EV6 I am REALLY paying attention to them now. Thanks for the review.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@dleebox2268]

Welcome ❤️💯😎

[@amiecain1199]

Agreed! First time I saw a Stinger I was blown away!

[@SarangJogi]

I never thought I’d say this about a KIA, but I am very impressed 👌🏽

[@Jwdude123]

Yeah well wait till you go to sell or trade it in KIA has notoriously low resale

[@pfwww12]

I almost threw up to even admit its a cool car. On the streets tho its looks like a little hotwheel car. lol

[@Reaperguy67]

Kia did a great job with this car. I like the color of this one as well.

[@mowcowbell]

The matte silver is quite striking. What's not so awesome is the care of this type of paint. Hand wash only, can't be used in an automatic car wash.

[@Reaperguy67]

@@mowcowbell interesting. Thanks for the information .

[@scooterbelle7825]

How well would the matte paint hold up in the brutal FL sun?

[@jansenwilder1335]

Such a stylish matte Grey colour. Grey tone in appearance, silver tone under sunlight... looks better than those Model 3. I'm going to buy this exact model or the sister Genesis GV60.

[@mattspeer01]

Sister car is actually the Hyundai Ioniq 5. GV60 shares a lot with this and the Ioniq, but is considered a class above and will be much pricier.

[@Jwdude123]

That’s a good consumer. Unfortunately depreciation of a Kia is going to really kick your ass

[@Dive-Bar-Casanova]

@@Jwdude123 Not any more. Quit spreading fairytales.

[@paulitik7]

It’s been really hard for me to shake my prejudices with Kia and Hyundai based on the cheap and unreliable products they were putting out in the 90s and early 2000s, but they are gonna blow past their Japanese, German, and American competitors if they keep this up. They have improved a lot the last few years.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@naturesounds2772]

Do they last longer like Toyota and Honda? If it can surpass 15plus years easily like the Japanese brands, I'll buy it in a heartbeat .

[@bgkob]

The fact that Kia and Hyundai have that 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty since like around 2012 or so (?) means they stand by their stuff in the modern era. I had 2013 Kia Optima EX (thing was awesome with heated and vented leather, moon roof, heated steering wheel, back row had heated seats... Buddies in BMWs and Audi couldn't believe it!), Then a EX 2016 Sorento and now a 2022 Telluride. Kia is very legit these days. And their Georgia plant in the US is top notch, the videos coming out of there are incredible with happy employees putting together awesome US cars (designed in Cali, manufactured in Georgia).

[@kevenfont306]

@@naturesounds2772 my forte is going on 13yrs bud and never had a major problem at all. Only maintenance has been done to it. Trust me if you take care of your car it will take care of you no matter what brand it is

[@AspireGMD]

Yeah if their designs don't continue to suck ass.

[@kylebrewer2686]

I'm a master Kia technitian, and I have been loving kia more and more. Usually when you ask a tech about the manufacturer they work for, they give you bad news, but i can't. I'm looking to potentially get an ev6 as my daily driver. Kia really has been stepping it up compared to many of the other manufacturers! Thank you for this review! I can't wait until one gets loaded off the truck. Any day now I hope!

[@Rheisler1475]

What are your thoughts on the reliability and longevity of Kia and Hyundai?

[@derekgaliee4351]

@@Rheisler1475 he just told you I know customers with 10 - 15 year old Hyundai & Kia still running

[@WD.909]

Hey, did you end up getting the ev6? How is the 200 mile range? Is the short range really as bad as everyone makes it out to be?

[@avvv6245]

The rwd long range models have 312 miles

[@kpatt2006]

This is definitley one of the best looking EV's on the market. And that interior is 🔥

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@adrianamarok1579]

I really like the look of this. And thanks Joe for bringing content non-stop. Great job!

[@MatthewKatidjo]

This might have to be my next car! Everything from the performance numbers and the looks seem perfect to me! Awesome review as always!

[@rlsedition]

4600 lbs is not so good. Heavy!

[@kevenfont306]

Yeah I wanted a Tesla until I seen this video.. the car is a thing of beauty

[@and-hi4ny]

This car is too beautiful to pass up this literally going to be my next car I need this in all black with fully tinted windows on all side and in the car is complete

[@MAKII724]

22:02 That sounds lowkey satisfying. Sounds different among all other electric vehicles. I can see some Genesis GV70 interior pieces also.

[@jizzyjake6783]

When did Sega start making vehicles?

[@Irichan08]

@@jizzyjake6783 sounds like Hang On from the Sega Master System

[@mylifeinvictus]

Honesty, it looks so much better on the road! I saw one today, and I’m in love with it. It’s a beautiful car!

[@TheTroyLauExperience]

I literally have to smile when I watch your reviews. Always the perfect balance of entertaining and informative. Thank you

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

Love how Kia did a dapper of a job and for the price of +/-$49,000 it's a great BEV and the interior, it's a dandy.

[@coolpix222]

$58k+ for my Kia??? I told myself with my last Kia, that I would never buy another Kia. But, I saw this car in-person and I was wowed! It looks amazing! 800V architecture. So many very positive reviews. I'm sold! Picking up my Red AWD GT line in 2 more days!

[@RaitisRides]

That is awesome! Congrats on your EV6.

[@curiosityredpill7030]

Kia,Hyundai and Genesis keep putting their foot and these carmakers neck damn I love the competition them Koreans not playing around👍

[@gorgonismztruth1551]

Yup since ford gave up someone had to

[@thelastsamurai5583]

I used to follow redline reviews but after following ur channel for a while u r doing better...thank u

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome of you to say and thank you for your great support!

[@2004cyrus]

I agree 100%. Sofyan is a snob

[@ronnie_5150]

Love it! I WAS looking a a Model 3 Performance, but this makes the Model 3 look 'old school'. And I'm with you that I never could get past having all the info put on an ipad stuck to the center of the dash. Driver info should be in front of the THE DRIVER. :)

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@DEVILTAZ35]

The only thing with the model 3 is the tech inside the car is streets ahead and updatable over the air. Not a fan of any of this but as far as tech goes Tesla wins hands down.

[@ronnie_5150]

@@DEVILTAZ35 I'd agree with you as far as right now, but others are quickly catching up!

[@Arizona-Tactical]

@@ronnie_5150 they wont catch up and this car is way slower and has a long way to go

[@gv1400]

@@ronnie_5150 it's going to be a long time before they catch up to tesla.

[@gordoncrichton7657]

I have the rear wheel drive version, it is brilliant we just need more investment in the charging infrastructure in the UK.

[@TonyDo]

The dealership markups on this car are going to be crazy 😑

[@mavfan1]

You can find Kia dealers that don’t mark up, Ford is really awful. I’d stay away from them.

[@dwood2010]

You were correct

[@MonicaHolly143]

Kia Hyundai and genesis are really on fire right now, I'm excited for their transition to EV G70, Veloster N, and stinger are all bangers

[@restlessyouthproductions]

Yeah, but unfortunately nobody is buying Stingers

[@Cgee3]

@@restlessyouthproductions correct, Kia sold about 13,500 last year. They sold about 18k in 2018 and about 12-13k since. I purchased a 2018 GT2 back in 2019 at a nice discount.

[@restlessyouthproductions]

@@Cgee3 Everyone is buying SUVs and trucks … they’re really letting the golden age of affordable , fast GT cars go to waste.

[@Dive-Bar-Casanova]

@@restlessyouthproductions With these new super powered EV's hitting the showrooms it'll recover.

[@mikethemaster9414]

Wow! I really loved your detailed and thorough report on this EV6 GT line trim! Great job and I loved it! I don’t think even Kia marketing manager or even an CEO could have a better job of reviewing the car than you did. Liked it and subscribed!!!

[@TheRizzler30000]

60k is such a turn off. At that price point I might as well hold on and wait for the Emira.

[@RaitisRides]

Good call!

[@user-fx7tc9uj8y]

Great fun review. This car is everywhere here in Irvine everytime I charge my ID4 there's a Kia ev 6. Great job Joe, thanks for getting a shot of my house in the video!

[@trdrav4]

Definitely a great job that Kia did, though I'm more partial to the Ioniq 5. Speaking of which, Joe was prowling the area around Irvine (My alma mater is right by there), I recognized all the roads Joe drove and even the park (I lived right by it). Definitely, Orange County is way different from Florida, we don't have gators popping out of the water.

[@brianlee9233]

Man. I'm loving EVs so much, and this EV6 is no exception! I love it a lot.

[@smarterthanyou2674]

Ok Brian. What did momma make for lunch today

[@brianlee9233]

@@smarterthanyou2674 Just having some Glass Noodles.

[@jcs480able]

Kia is the first manufacturer where I can honestly say I'm interested in every vehicle they're currently rolling out. The new badging is fantastic.

[@RatedPG64]

Joe you sold me!!! I'm buying it!!!! Kia knocked it out of the park!!!

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Floating center console is awesome 👌 👏

[@JayzBeerz]

Nice ride. I'm still enjoying my 2019 Sonata Turbo though. May get this for my wife. Great overview as always.

[@curiosityredpill7030]

Remember your son dad

[@kromahj]

Can you abduct me?

[@dannyrodriguez8382]

love the paint! I saw one of these today at my local Kia dealer here in San Antonio, salesman driving it around. Cant wait to get in one.

[@jeffe2topia876]

I saw one of these at the auto show. The matte metal finish is dope af. I’m glad I cancelled my Mach E reservation, will consider an EV6 GT if the rumors of an $80,000 price tag are false.

[@RaitisRides]

Those are rumors.

[@Jwdude123]

Good luck with resale

[@Josue166]

Currently demoing the EV6 at the Chicago Auto Show. Very impressed with this video. Once again, you have one of the best channels on KZbin.. Kudos Sir!!

[@juanadomingue3699]

Thank you so much for the review. I have been researching EV's for several months, and your videos have really helped me. The EV6 really offers a lot for the price.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right about that Juana!

[@ThatOneDudeNick]

How do they never run out of videos on this channel? A new review every day. Their work output is crazy.

[@MAKII724]

Joe and Lori putting hard work for us🙌

[@curiosityredpill7030]

Can’t run out of car’s

[@jasonsuthern6326]

Wait you mentioned how it lights up at night on the interior. Well give us a night view video to give a better idea. Also how bright head lights are. Day and Night experiences driving are definitely two different worlds.

[@jeffrobertson6019]

I'm in Canada. I just seen the first one in person in London, Ontario, at a dealer. It was a GT line in red, and it looked hot! I'm totally thinking of going electric, since our gas is getting crazy expensive. I'm thinking of getting one, and they're much better looking than the Ionic 5. It might be 60 k for price, but it would be worth it.

[@chicagomike2111]

As an early adopter to EV vehicles here in Illinois I can say this. The Kia has a lot of strong points for sure. My personal tastes lean more for the Hyundai Ioniq 5. There are features I like better in the Kia over the Hyundai, the black dash, curved display, center console. Not sure how well that suede interior will hold up long term. The Ioniq 5 style fits me better, Seats with the recliner style leg support, buttons on lower dash controls instead of passive touch, and the more comfort tuned suspension over sport tuned Kia. All that said the pricing is just too high, especially when here in Illinois they tack on $5000 just because they can. When the hype dies down and they can get prices saner I will purchase the Ioniq 5, unless something more interesting comes down the pipeline. People around here won't spend more for an EV than a fuel car because the fear is still there. The infrastructure is not in place to overcome that fear. Interesting times ahead for sure.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective Mike!

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Rear end looks 🔥

[@TheS65]

As a Bmw purist for many years, who currently drives an M3, I have to admit this thing looks really good.

[@chabbysrides]

Fantastic Joe! I have a first edition reserved. Can't wait for delivery.

[@CRP3252]

You don't get the sense of the size of the vehicle on the other channels. For some reason the car appears a lot bigger here. But it's in line with reality because Raiti's 6' and seeing him comfortable in the front and neck seats give me a clear indication of what to expect... Kudos man!

[@daymon6868]

DUDE WELL DONE!!! This is my favorite EV. Tesla is like driving a i pad… this is a freaking car !!!!

[@josemanuelruiz2036]

“I can rub that rear end all day long” 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@rkgsd]

The 45 series tires are just fine. I'd never go thinner than that with all the crappy roads in America.

[@olternaut]

This guy's good. Now it's this channel and Doug Demuro's for all my car reviews.

[@FLG8r]

Tesla has been building cars for 10 years now and still can't overcome quality control issues: panel fit, paint blemishes, etc. ... now the other established car manufacturers are entering the market, Tesla better watch out now

[@JT-fq2bl]

All things you mentioned and the cult-like behavior are the reason why I was never into Tesla.

[@lizardgreen2121]

@@JT-fq2bl same

[@stockey]

I will never buy a Tesla, but that EV6 is definitely on my list.

[@FLG8r]

@@stockey should be arriving soon at the Kia dealerships; Kia offloads them by the boatload in Port Hueneme, CA

[@derekgaliee4351]

@@JT-fq2bl I agree

[@philipellis3227]

The local Kia dealership is charging $14,000 “market adjustment” over MSRP, plus a $999 dealer service fee! I wish them luck

[@andrewperry4049]

Have had my GT Line S on order in the UK since September and the date keeps on getting pushed back - currently July. Can't wait to get my hands on it though. Great review thanks.

[@nijaigreen660]

This is why I love electric vehicles! They're always my favorite

[@DonJulio949]

Bought one yesterday. Pick it up today!

[@Daniel-cp6qm]

3:15 Why isn't the front KIA badge centered above the front camera 😫

[@RaitisRides]

This is a pre-production.

[@mikes96fs]

Irvine! You’re in my neck of the woods. Just a 15 minute drive from me. Great review as always!

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow Mike! Very small world!

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Rims are awesome 👌 👏 😎

[@Bdub4202005]

This is Badass and looks great! I would def want the GT version. However, knowing KIA's hot ones, the price for all versions of this vehicle will be much higher than the normal starting price. Might need to wait a while for that to drop.

[@RaitisRides]

It will be interesting to see how it pans out!

[@InfoumusMOBB]

If I had to guess this will run around 50-53k similar to the ID4 and the GT will be around 58-60k. Before all the state and Fed incentives

[@RaitisRides]

You are correct!

[@Valhadra]

Welp - I'm now the proud owner of the exact car you used in this video. Oddly this was the first review I watched for it, and about halfway through I was thinking "wait, I know where that is!". Dealer said this is the only EV6 GT they've gotten so far... quite the strange coincidence!

[@shopwithaaron]

Great looking! Those front and rear fenders are so voluptuous! Thx Joe and Lori! ps I knew it was Irvine at the park!

[@RaitisRides]

It has a nice shape for sure!

[@gokaruna]

Lori - amazing job with the videos! I was surprised you didn't end up laughing out loud when Joe proposed in front of the car with hood up :) !

[@RaitisRides]

It took every ounce of focus!

[@Daniel-cp6qm]

Great video! Thank you Joe and Lori!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome Daniel!

[@Alex-gq3zc]

Not mad! I’m liking it. I’m still on the sideline for any EV, we’ll see how all these Ev’s play out the next 4-5 years.

[@hom2fu]

especially GM have ev on $30,000 range

[@why8410]

I like the look of this more then the tesla model 3

[@vonte88]

When I saw this kia has 500 plus horsepower version I became interested

[@TurfSurf]

Koreans are so much ahead of the Japanese competitors now in terms of design

[@michaels8342]

Joe and Lori: What an awesome ride…like the performance and ride..the driving sounds are pretty fun to play with too.. Thanks for bringing it!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@shawnivy]

Loved seeing Lori in the car with Joe.❤ great review, and awesome camera work.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that!

[@jpizel1070]

Joe, thanks for doing the POV driving. You should do the driving portion of your reviews as POV from now on. It's so much better in my opinion.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome and thank you for the feedback!

[@karthikgnskasi209]

I really like the matte paint job and the rear looks inspired from the Aston Martin DBX, looks cool.

[@RaitisRides]

I think you hit the nail on the head!

[@karthikgnskasi209]

@@RaitisRides 😅, 👍

[@peterjones4621]

I've gotten to really like the Kia's. Electric is the way of the future I guess but it probably won't be part of mine. I'm old school and I'll die owning a gas powered V8. I've owned the original 69 Firebird Trans-Am, a 69 Camaro Z28 RS with hidden headlights, a 67 Vette, 427 with the tri power, it's in my blood, V8 till I die. Thanks Joe, nice car, I'm sure they will sell well.

[@RaitisRides]

I think you are right about that!

[@berniecevalero3634]

I got to see one in person at the dealership where I just picked up my Forte. Kia really stepped up they have beautiful cars

[@AmilcarP]

You are the best car reviewer out there. I get so disappointed when I am looking for a car and your review is not there. LOL. Nobody pays attention to detail as you do. I am paying close attention to EV since I want it for the local commute. Still undecided on what to get. I love this car but still, have that It's a KIA voice on my brain.

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for being so supportive and for having my back!

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Wow!!!!!! That's One Clean Looking EV From Kia. But Also Kia Has Just Changed The Game Lately With This Vehicle. Also I Hope That The Buyers Will Look Forward To This EV. Also Tesla Needs To Watch Out & Kia Is Coming For You Tesla. But Great Review Joe.

[@gokaruna]

The question is how well will it hold its range compared to Tesla or other EVs? We know Tesla's EPA numbers are way off compared to reality. And how much will it improve the car like Tesla does with over the air updates! We know Ford is way behind on any meaningful OTAs. But looks like it will win on price and ultimately that price point may be the bigger game changer here. Well as long the Federal Tax Credits are around - this line of Kia oughta sell like hot cakes.

[@joeyalvy4945]

That’s beautiful and the ride looks so smooth

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Front facia looks great 👍 👌 😀

[@islandon22]

That's a pretty cool looking car. Kia really has one great Design Team. Kudos!

[@Sauce-ke]

I like your videos Joe. Just a little suggestion when you’re at scene when driving. Try to place the camera at the center or in front of you while driving so we can see the handles and everything, something like drivers view. You can put a headmount go pro or attach your camera in driver side instead. Thank you

[@2004cyrus]

I think they film how they prefer to film. I don’t see that changing. Other KZbinrs do that if you are interested.

[@Sauce-ke]

@@2004cyrus yeah but they only do the driving thing. I love how Joe reviews the overall car plus the car he reviews are so good. I would love to see them changing that although that’s just a suggestion of mine.

[@2004cyrus]

@@Sauce-ke I totally see where you are coming from. Thanks man. Joe & Lori are the Royalty of KZbin Auto Review Channels imo.

[@richieduck67]

2 in one day Joe you are pumping them out hardest working guy in automotive YT

[@PLANETWATERMELON]

The front of this Kia totally reminds me of the 80’s concept car Buick Wildcat which I am sure no one here knows about. It was and is the coolest concept ever. And this Kia looks very similar in the front end.

[@mikethemaster9414]

I’m really serious of looking into purchasing this EV6 GT after your review!! Loved it!!!

[@emilyjohnson6957]

Love this guy, the only review I trust

[@Eric_In_SF]

Now I remember why I don’t subscribe to you. Great energy great reviews but I just can’t stand it what people tell me what supposed to look good. It’s just a little too much pandering from other automotive reviewer‘s on KZbin so they can stay in good relationships with the manufacturers. The worst is it is redline.

[@lil.d.6609]

Great review as always 🔥 keep up the good work. The jokes always get me too 😂

[@johnny9]

Everyone cant shoot single takes like this guy, cool to watch

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Johnny for saying that! I appreciate you watching!

[@victorlarose9961]

Love it, looks sporty and great power for a medium size suv very interesting

[@glenvictor028]

Just finished watching Sofyan review on this. Damn you guys uploaded at the same time.

[@thillyard1]

I reached out to Kia dealers in three different states near me. Every single one wants $10-30K over MSRP and some also force you to get expensive add one on top of the markup. Now in looking at ordering a Tesla Model Y since it’s cheaper. Direct from Tesla straight MSRP. No BS.

[@misterb1132]

It's now June and I was just wondering if these extreme mark-ups will possibly drive some buyers towards a Tesla now, to avoid the car lot hassle and have a seamless buying experience....from home?

[@donmaestro9094]

when i bought my K5 2 years ago, i fell in love with KiA

[@rickt6722]

Way to Go Joe. My last sports car was a 911 and you’ve got me wanting a KIA!!!?

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow! That is crazy!

[@davidmmuench]

Not gonna lie, this one is nice! Love the park assist feature and the generous ambient lighting is a nice touch. Too bad the Ioniq 5 didn't match the amount of ambient interior lighting. The "frunk" is just silly. Also the combo media/climate control is definitely a zonk. Loved the video!

[@moonshinesan3459]

Hi Raiti are you planning to do a video on the 2023 Kia EV6 Wing (E-AWD) anytime soon? Would love to see you review/ make a awesome deep look into it like you always do😃😁!

[@Rmordekai]

Great review - Nice camera work. I am excited for this car. Deciding between it and the IONIC 5. Leaning this way.

[@jimji2774]

A couple of things from my reseach and test drive. Good readout of info for sure but no wireless AA or Carplay means you have to run a cord from the lower front dash along the console to the wireless charging pad. Big miss though people are buying dongles that plug in to make the system wireless.which is what I would do : In that 360 camera view you can spin the car around to see things from any direction very cool. : Best feature not found on most any other EV - paddle shifter regen where you can adjust it on the fly whenever you want to 4 different levels and also turn it off completely on the hwy or even put in an adjustable auto mode that acts like a cruise control in traffic. Most cars make you hunt for a button in the main screen and then only have 2 levels. This one feature on the Kia and Hyundai makes this vehicle the one to buy for me.

[@vaughnoliver2810]

Great job as always Lori!

[@RaitisRides]

Lori is the best in the biz!

[@virgilcelis1831]

I love how he uses food for storage measurements 😂

[@maurogreco7692]

Hi Joe , can you find out what the range would be on the Kia EV6 in the winter living in Canada? I look forward to hearing from you

[@ultimategrimreaper6499]

Cool ride🔥🔥🔥♥️

[@TJ-kh2jz]

My question would be how well does it keep its charge in the Canadian weather? How often would we have to charge it and will it be still as good it would we need our gas cars for the winter?

[@RaitisRides]

That is a great question!

[@grsmonkey116]

Cold weather definitely decreases an electric vehicles range. Typically with all EVs you just plug them in at night. Fairly easy if you have a garage with a charger. No concern if it is going “turn over”. {2013 Nissan Leaf Owner}

[@dprofitt86]

Great video, Joe! Thanks!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Daniel!

[@justaninja1]

No way duude, Florida oranges are way better 😊 Great review, very detailed. Right now this is my top choice in the EV market as far as value for the money goes. I just wish the the center console was movable like the Ioniq 5 and the frunk was a bigger to hold my cleaning supplies in addition to the charging cables.

[@adevel23]

They did a great job with this SUV! Now we are waiting to see the Cadillac Lyric please!!!! Thanks 👍👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

Stay tuned!

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Digging the color 👌