Kia EV6
The Kia EV6 was launched in 2021 and it still feels as fresh and desirable as the day it first appeared in the showrooms. It’s also good enough to see off all of its petrol and hybrid rivals to win though in its own right – the EV6 really is the best large family car.
That bold bodywork hides a practical interior and a large boot, and even the most basic, low-spec model feels futuristic and special inside. It’s good to drive, too. Whether you go for the cheaper rear-wheel drive or the all-wheel drive, twin-motor variants, it’s quick, comfortable and handles brilliantly. And that’s not something you get to write about every Kia.
But the best part of all is the battery tech, which is so well-sorted you’d think Kia had been doing this for decades. A real-world 300 miles per charge – complete with rock-solid battery indicator – virtually eliminates so-called range anxiety, and it’s efficient too, helping you cut down on your charging costs. A very worthy winner and one that looks set to stay fresh for years to come.
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Based on a 43-year-old male the Kia EV6 would cost £624.96 to insure.
*Insurance quotes are from mustard.co.uk and are based on a 43-year-old, employed married male living in Stowmarket with nine-years’ NCD and no claims or convictions. Insurance quotes will vary depending on individual circumstances.
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