Kia EV6 Registration/Ordering Thread

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WarwickBoy

Discussion Starter · Apr 23, 2021

Hi guys,

Thank you for the moderators/site owners for setting up a thread for this EV now it can be ordered or more accurately an online reservation to make an order.
The Kia EV6 Electric Car | Kia Motors UK

Suggest we use the thread to

Notify each other for key events such as prices and specifications being fully confirmed
Discuss actual ordering process starting
Discuss first edition specifications and options (if any are available)

Questions we might discuss

How many orders will be allocated to our country
Will there be long waiting lists as there were for the Kia e-Niro at launch

I made my reservation on 11th April 2021. Not sure how early/late in the process that was, but already excited by the reviews and emerging information about the Kia EV6.

Many thanks,

WarwickBoy

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UniqueGeorge

· #21 · Apr 25, 2021

UK offerings could well be different? It's just a list of equipment that comes fitted to each of the trim levels being offered in France.
If I was ordering a French spec car I would want at least 3, and ideally 4. . . (I'm a sucker for a nice seat). But 4 only seems to be available in high power 4wd🙄.

Bobdniro

· #22 · Apr 25, 2021

Gordon Bradford said:
Any idea how to get translate to work on that page?

Here is a cut&paste translation from that link.....
UK specs may differ.

Kia EV6: all prices, all equipment

The all-new Kia EV6

Kia EV6 rear 3/4 view

Kia EV6 front 3/4 view

Kia EV6 front 3/4 view

Kia EV6 dashboard

Kia EV6 front seats

Kia has just released all the details regarding the range and pricing of its all-new zero-emission crossover, the EV6. Its first price is set at € 47,990. The most expensive model blithely exceeds the € 60,000 mark.
Kia is wasting no time. Just a few weeks after its full presentation, the all-new EV6 all-electric crossover is already available to order.

Rates modeled on the Volkswagen ID.4
With a starting price set at € 47,990, this model will not be affordable to all budgets. Yes, the prices are high in absolute terms, but we are still talking about a beautiful baby 4.68 m long. In addition, it is only offered with us with a large battery of 77 kWh . A Volkswagen ID.4 starts cheaper ... but with a smaller battery size. With that of 77 kWh, it is displayed from € 47,660. It is played in a pocket square.

Three engines are available. A 2-wheel drive version already developing 229 hp . A slightly more powerful 4-wheel drive model : 325 hp . And a version developing nearly 600 hp , still with all-wheel drive.
A total of four finishes
There are a total of four finishes. But the top finish is reserved for the more powerful model . The endowment is already generous from the very first level of Active finish. Going upmarket, it's Byzantium. In fact, and as often with Asian manufacturers, the options are few.
1. Active finish (standard on all models)

Lane Keeping Aid (LKA)
Active Traffic Jam Driving Assistance (LFA)
Active Highway Driving Assistance (HDA)
Electric parking brake
Recognition of speed limit signs (ISLA)
Adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go function coupled to the navigation system (NSCC-C)
Multi-Collision Braking System (MCB)
Autonomous emergency braking system with pedestrian and cyclist detection (FCA) and crossing function
LED daytime running lights front / rear
19 "alloy wheels
LED headlights
Fabric / artificial leather upholstery
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Reversing camera with dynamic guidance lines
Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
12.3 "100% digital instrument cluster
USB connections on the front and rear
12.3 "touchscreen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatible
Opening and starting without key "Smart Key"
Rear parking cameras
Electrically heated and electrically folding exterior mirrors
Electrochromic interior mirror
Driver's seat with power lumbar adjustment
Induction smartphone charging system
Navigation system with Europe map and Kia Live connected services offered for 7 years
UVO Connect system - telematics services offered for 7 years
Charging cable for household outlet
Charging cable type 2 (T2-T2) 32A
Combo 2 socket (CSS)
Geolocation of charging stations via on-board navigation and Kia Live connected services
Programming of charging and interior temperature
KiaCharge: dedicated roaming charging service $
Ionity: privileged access to the Ionity high-power charging network for one year (Ionity Power)

2. Design finish (additional equipment compared to the Active finish)

Automatic flush door handles
LED interior lighting
Artificial leather upholstery
Hands-free trunk opening (adjustable height)
12 volt outlet in the trunk
Front parking cameras
Heated front and rear seats
Ventilated front seats
Heated steering wheel

3. GT-line finish (additional equipment compared to the Design finish)

Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (AR HUD)
EV6 GT-line front and rear bumpers
Side skirts and wheel arches EV6 GT-line
Full LED matrix headlights with intelligent high beam management
Dark-tinted windows and rear window
Mixed suede and artificial leather upholstery
Aluminum finish crankset
Position memory for the driver's seat (two positions can be stored)
180 ° "relaxation" front seats
Meridian premium audio system

4. GT finish (additional equipment compared to the GT-line finish)

Electronic limited slip differential
EV6 GT front and rear bumpers
Neon Green brake calipers
21 "alloy wheels
Metallic / pearl / matt paint
Sunroof
Specific inserts Neon Green
Suede bucket seats with Neon Green stitching
Steering wheel with drive mode selection button
Elimination of electrically adjustable front seats
Deletion of the position memory for the driver's seat (two positions can be stored)
Removal of the "relaxation" front seats
Active level 2 motorway driving assistance (HDA 2)
Anti-collision system with blind spot detection (BCA)
Autonomous Emergency Braking System with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection and Crossing and Turning (FCA-JX)
Rear traffic detection system with car / pedestrian braking function (PCA)
Remote Parking Assistance (RSPA)
Blind Spot Display System (BVM)
Monitor with 360 ° panoramic vision (SVM)

Options

Bi-directional charging (V2L function): 500 €
Pacific blue metallic paint: 0 €
Metallic paint (except Pacific blue): 650 €
Pearlescent paint: 750 €
Matt paint: 950 €
Advanced driving assistance systems pack (on Design): € 1,100
Advanced driving assistance systems pack (on GT-line): € 2,000
Style Pack (on Design and GT-line): € 1,300

All prices in euros for the Kia EV6 (2021)


KIA EV6 FINISHActive	KIA EV6 2WD 229 HP€ 47,990	EV6 4WD 325 HP€ 51,990	EV6 GT 584 HP-
KIA EV6 FINISHDesign	KIA EV6 2WD 229 HP€ 51,790	EV6 4WD 325 HP€ 55,790	EV6 GT 584 HP-
KIA EV6 FINISHGT-line	KIA EV6 2WD 229 HP€ 55,790	EV6 4WD 325 HP€ 59,790	EV6 GT 584 HP-
KIA EV6 FINISHGT	KIA EV6 2WD 229 HP-	EV6 4WD 325 HP-	EV6 GT 584 HP€ 66,990

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richardwg

· #23 · Apr 26, 2021

Atsoc15 said:
Wonder what the highway driving assist does beyond lane keep which is already included.

See this page... Driving Assist

J2T2

· #24 · Apr 26, 2021

Thanks @Bobdniro for the translation - I was just about to go to Google Translate!

Dave Z

· #25 · Apr 26, 2021

Reserved mine on 30th March so hopefully fairly near the front of the queue. I really hope there will be some decent choices of trims and drive trains on launch. Need to have my car by Dec/Jan so don't have time to wait around for more choice, but will be very disappointed if I can't at least get a version with a premium stereo. If I can choose AWD and a sunroof even better.

richardwg

· #26 · Apr 26, 2021

Dave Z said:
Reserved mine on 30th March so hopefully fairly near the front of the queue. I really hope there will be some decent choices of trims and drive trains on launch. Need to have my car by Dec/Jan so don't have time to wait around for more choice, but will be very disappointed if I can't at least get a version with a premium stereo. If I can choose AWD and a sunroof even better.

If it goes the same way as most of the other manufacturers we will get a choice of RWD and two battery sizes. AWD to come next year.

Dave Z

· #27 · Apr 26, 2021

richardwg said:
If it goes the same way as most of the other manufacturers we will get a choice of RWD and two battery sizes. AWD to come next year.

That's what I'm expecting. Still, rather an EV6 with RWD and no sunroof than any of the competition. But if they don't let me have a decent stereo I might be asking for my £100 back! 😄

Peter hopfull

· #28 · Apr 28, 2021

swinefever said:
I put my UK reservation down on 2nd April and got confirmation on the same day. Trouble is, I want a GT and I've heard they won’t be delivering any GT's until 2022. This throws a major spanner in the works because the new ULEZ Expansion Zone for London comes into force in October and I need an EV by then or else I'll be paying through the nose every time I leave the house and drive, well, pretty much anywhere.

If anyone can shed any light on the likely delivery dates that'd be great.

Hi i did the same as you and now want to change my order to a GT=Line the resavation says EV 6 and nothing else so when i get the call i hope i can change to a GT-Line. I got a web page address from Kia UK for your personal order but its not live yet i think once you have a firm order you can go into your account and make changes

Peter hopfull

· #29 · Apr 28, 2021

richardwg said:
I have also put in an order reservation. Is it naive to assume that test drive models will be available in May when the ordering process kicks off? I am not going to order a car I've never driven.

I have been told buy my dealer test drives will not be till August September

WalkingBootWeather

· #30 · Apr 28, 2021

I don't think Kia can expect anyone to turn their reservation into an order under precise details on specification, prices and model release dates are known. I would expect those that have made a reservation will be able to switch to a different model or request their money back at that time.

Even if a firm reservation is made I suspect you could pull out under distance selling regulations so you will likely have an opportunity to consider advance reviews and take a test drive yourself before the sale is concluded.

If the car is as good and popular as many think it will be then the dealer will have no difficulty in finding another buyer.

WarwickBoy

Discussion Starter · #31 · Apr 28, 2021

For full transparency I got this information from a Facebook based Kia forum but thought those on this forum would be interested. For UK buyers it seems there will be two EV6 GT Line variants (EV6 GT-Line and EV6 GT-Line S). The GT-Line S includes a Meridian Premium Sound System. If this is anything like those in other marques this will be an awesome system.

It will be interesting to see the price difference between the two variants, and whether you scan specify the Premium Sound System separately.

Only 2 days until we can place our orders assuming the Kia statement in order emails that "The exclusive window to place an order for your EV6 is due to open at the end of April " is still correct.

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Bobdniro

· #32 · Apr 28, 2021

WarwickBoy said:
For full transparency I got this information from a Facebook based Kia forum but thought those on this forum would be interested. For UK buyers it seems there will be two EV6 GT Line variants (EV6 GT-Line and EV6 GT-Line S). The GT-Line S includes a Meridian Premium Sound System. If this is anything like those in other marques this will be an awesome system.

It will be interesting to see the price difference between the two variants, and whether you scan specify the Premium Sound System separately.

Only 2 days until we can place our orders assuming the Kia statement in order emails that "The exclusive window to place an order for your EV6 is due to open at the end of April " is still correct.
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Interesting.
..."further equipment...including" suggests there are more than those detailed.

The sunroof perhaps?

I do hope so as I want the GT line and an openable sunroof is a specific requirement. Or perhaps it is an option on any model?

Atsoc15

· #33 · Apr 29, 2021

WarwickBoy said:
For full transparency I got this information from a Facebook based Kia forum but thought those on this forum would be interested. For UK buyers it seems there will be two EV6 GT Line variants (EV6 GT-Line and EV6 GT-Line S). The GT-Line S includes a Meridian Premium Sound System. If this is anything like those in other marques this will be an awesome system.

It will be interesting to see the price difference between the two variants, and whether you scan specify the Premium Sound System separately.

Only 2 days until we can place our orders assuming the Kia statement in order emails that "The exclusive window to place an order for your EV6 is due to open at the end of April " is still correct.
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nice! thanks for sharing. which Facebook group out of interest?

WarwickBoy

Discussion Starter · #34 · Apr 29, 2021

Atsoc15 said:
nice! thanks for sharing. which Facebook group out of interest?

There is a post on 10th April in the Facebook group called Kia EV6 UK interest group with comment "Just spoke to my dealer to let them know that I have expressed interest in the EV6, and she told me that they are doing a GT-Line S as well as the GT-Line. This wasn't on the website, so thought I'd share it with you guys".

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Atsoc15

· #35 · Apr 29, 2021

WarwickBoy said:
There is a post on 10th April in the Facebook group called Kia EV6 UK interest group with comment "Just spoke to my dealer to let them know that I have expressed interest in the EV6, and she told me that they are doing a GT-Line S as well as the GT-Line. This wasn't on the website, so thought I'd share it with you guys".

thanks, I am on that group, never noticed that comment though. Thanks for sharing. Just need prices now!

Bobdniro

· #36 · Apr 29, 2021

WarwickBoy said:
Only 2 days until we can place our orders assuming the Kia statement in order emails that "The exclusive window to place an order for your EV6 is due to open at the end of April " is still correct.

The latest on the ordering date, according to Kia website this morning...

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WalkingBootWeather

· #37 · Apr 29, 2021

Anyone know when Ioniq 5 will be available to view / test drive? I prefer the EV6 but since they are sister companies and make use of the same platform, a look at the Ioniq, which will be available earlier, will give a reasonable idea of the size, quality, performance and drive that we might expect from the EV6.

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Atsoc15

· #38 · Apr 29, 2021

WalkingBootWeather said:
Anyone know when Ioniq 5 will be available to view / test drive? I prefer the EV6 but since they are sister companies and make use of the same platform, a look at the Ioniq, which will be available earlier, will give a reasonable idea of the size, quality, performance and drive that we might expect from the EV6.

it was available to view last week in Birmingham. Not sure of any other plans soon.

WarwickBoy

Discussion Starter · #39 · Apr 29, 2021

For people placing £100 reservations for a Kia EV6 in late March and very early August they were told "The exclusive window to place an order for your EV6 is due to open at the end of April" whereas if you were to place a £100 reservation for a Kia EV6 today you see the message "Place you order (After May 2021) .... offer you the option to be one of the first to place an EV6 order" as per @Bobdniro post above.

I wonder whether
1) Orders will offered first those who made their deposits earliest, and then in tranches ordered by deposit date OR
2) Everyone who made a deposit between when deposits could be first placed in March and the end of April will be offered the ability to make an order at the same time OR
3) Perhaps they will analyze where people live and balance orders across Kia dealers based on location

I wonder what will happen if there are far more deposits that allocation of UK EV6's?

Does anyone know how this process was managed by Kia for the UK Kia eNiro? I seem to remember there was loads of interest in the "First Edition" and far more orders made than could be delivered when the car launched and there were very long (sometimes a year and longer) waiting lists.

If anyone can give any insight it would be appreciated. I can't help think there will be massive interest in this car, but perhaps what is different to when the e-Niro was launched is that there are more EV options in the general marketplace in a similar sector?

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Gordon Bradford

· #40 · Apr 29, 2021

I really would like to see the UK spec and prices. I have a reservation for a GT Line, but I fancy a dual motor.
it is looking like the Ioniq 5 45 edition is going to be around £45k

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