By: Uday Mohan
September 17, 2025
There’s something about the 2025 Kia EV6 Land AWD with Premium Package that feels like it’s been quietly waiting for its moment. And now, it’s arrived. I’ve spent time with plenty of EVs, but this one? It’s got a vibe. A flow. A presence that doesn’t scream for attention but earns it with every curve, every kilometer, and every clever touch.
Let’s start with the obvious: it’s a great-looking machine. The body lines are fluid, almost organic, like the car was sculpted by wind and water rather than CAD software. It has that rare quality where you walk away and feel compelled to glance back. The curves aren’t just aesthetic, they’re aerodynamic, contributing to the improved battery efficiency Kia has been dialing in across the EV6 lineup. That includes the Land AWD Premium.
This year’s model brings subtle but meaningful changes across the board. The headline? Access to Tesla’s charging network. That’s a game-changer. The charging anxiety that used to linger in the back of your mind has been replaced with freedom. Most drivers know the Tesla Supercharger network is the most prolific out there, and chances are you’ll run into one on any long drive. Add in the battery improvements, and I saw real-world efficiency that’s hard to ignore: 5.8 km/kWh, translating to around 493 km of usable range. That’s not just impressive, it’s liberating.
One feature I absolutely loved was the range estimator. Instead of giving you a single number, it shows optimistic, realistic, and worst-case scenarios. It’s brilliant. Confidence-inspiring, especially on longer trips where range anxiety creeps in. More EVs should do this.
Inside, the EV6 doesn’t try to overwhelm with tech for tech’s sake. The cabin is clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully laid out. The seats are plush enough for long hauls, and the floating center console is a standout. Heated seat controls, shift knob, and extra storage underneath make for a smart, usable layout. It’s not flashy, but it’s clever. That’s the theme here: design that respects the driver.
On the road, the EV6 shows some quirks. The regenerative braking system has four levels, but only the highest, i-Pedal, truly delivers that one-pedal EV feel. The lower levels feel more like suggestions. Drop the regen, and rolling resistance lightens up noticeably, altering the driving rhythm in a way that’s hard to miss. With full regen, the car almost feels like it’s being held back, not something I’ve felt in other EVs.
Drive modes adjust throttle response, but steering stays light across the board—even in Sport. That’s a letdown. You sense the car has the capability for spirited driving, but the feedback isn’t there. It’s like the car’s whispering when you want it to shout. Still, the overall layout is intuitive, and even newcomers to Kia will feel at home quickly.
There are clever touches. Spray the windshield and the outside vents shut to keep the smell out. Approach the trunk with the feature enabled, and it beeps a few times before opening—unless you walk away, in which case it cancels. Details like that make you feel like Kia really considered the user experience.
Not everything lands, though. Rear air vents are mounted on the B-pillars instead of the center console, which feels odd and leaves the back seats wanting. And there’s no rear wiper—a puzzling omission, especially in Canadian winters when slush and grime are unavoidable. It’s a small miss, but one that impacts visibility and daily usability.
Performance-wise, the Land AWD Premium doesn’t disappoint. The dual-motor setup delivers confident acceleration. It’s not tuned for the track, but it has enough punch to make merging and passing effortless. The ride is composed, and the cabin stays quiet at highway speeds. It’s not trying to be a sports car, and that’s okay. It’s aiming to be a refined, capable, efficient crossover—and it delivers, with a usable interior and all the right touches for family distance driving.
The verdict? The 2025 Kia EV6 Land AWD Premium isn’t perfect, but it’s compelling. It respects your time, your comfort, and your need for range. It has personality, even if it doesn’t shout. And that’s enough. It’s the kind of EV that makes you want to drive—not just because you need to, but because you want to. In a world of increasingly sterile electric vehicles, that’s worth celebrating.
Vehicle Specs
Segment: Electric crossover
Powertrain: Dual-motor all-wheel drive
Horsepower: 320 horsepower
Torque: 446 pound-feet
Battery Capacity: 77.4 kWh lithium-ion
Range (NRCan): 493 km
Observed Efficiency: 5.8 km/kWh (mixed driving)
Base Price: $62,995
As-Tested Price: $65,195