2025 Kia EV6 Charge Times and Range

Kia ushered in a new era when it released its first dedicated electric vehicle (EV), the EV6, in 2021. Among the 2025 model’s upgrades is a new 84 kWh battery pack that replaces the older, smaller 77.4 kWh battery on all but the base trim. Read on to learn how this enhancement impacts the 2025 Kia EV6’s charging times and range and how the latest model stacks up against its rivals.

Different Charging Options

The 2025 Kia EV6 has three charging options: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3, sometimes called DC fast charging. The option you choose depends on your surrounding infrastructure, and how you charge the EV6 impacts its charging time. Here’s how each charging option works.

Level 1

For Level 1 charging, connect the EV6’s charging port to any compatible 120-volt outlet. This is the most accessible charging option because it allows you to charge your vehicle from standard outlets at home, garages, public rest stops, and more. However, since it uses the lowest voltage, it’s also the slowest charging option.

Level 2

Level 2 charging is much faster, as it charges from a 240-volt power source — either a dedicated charging station or a 240-volt outlet connected with a charging cord. You can access Level 2 charging at public charging stations or install a Level 2 charger at home.

Level 3

Level 3, or DC fast charging, is the fastest and most powerful charging option. This option is only accessible at dedicated DC fast charging stations. They provide up to 350 kW of power, so they’re the ideal choice when you want to power up and get back on the road quickly.

Charging Times

The 2025 Kia EV6’s charging time depends on the battery your trim level comes with, how much battery you have left, and your preferred charging method. Kia says you can charge a battery with 10% charge back to 80% in 18 minutes using a 350 kW fast charger. Car and Driver suggests the peak rate is closer to 225 kW, but it’s still no slouch. It also states that less than five minutes of ultra-fast charging provides enough power to travel 70 miles.

As DC fast charging stations aren’t available in all areas, most people will care more about Level 2 charging. Refilling a battery from 10% takes around seven hours when you connect the EV6’s 11 kW onboard charger to a Level 2 outlet.

Range

Kia has yet to announce range estimates in the United States, but estimates from the United Kingdom indicate what you can expect when the 2025 EV6 lands on local shores. Three trims will be available in the UK: the Air, GT-Line, and GT-Line S. All feature the larger 84 kWh battery.

Kia UK states that the Air and GT-Line have a range of up to 361 miles, while the high-performance GT-Line S has a slightly smaller range of 347 miles. Last year’s models, with the 77.4 kWh packs, had a maximum range of 310 miles. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 models is likely to be more modest, with Kia USA predicting a range increase of around 4% or 12 miles. In 2024, the entry-level trim had a range of 232 miles. As this year’s base model has the same battery pack, it’s likely to have a similar range.

The Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure estimates are usually more optimistic than those of the EPA. Real-world driving conditions can also impact the EV6’s range. Your speed, the temperature, the makeup of the road, and even the electric devices you’re using can all eat away at an EV’s range.

2025 Kia EV6 vs. the Competition

The 2025 Kia EV6 outpaces its competitors, no matter the charging mode. While the EV6 can charge from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes using DC fast charging, many EVs take 30 minutes or more. The gap widens when comparing Level 2 charging. You can power up an EV6 in around seven hours, but many other EVs take eight or nine hours to reach full capacity. Kia’s five-year/60,000-mile limited warranty and 10-year/100,000-mile warranty are some of the best in the auto industry, so you can purchase a new EV6 with peace of mind.

Australian motoring journalist Chris Thompson also noted that “Kia and Hyundai’s EVs are the only ones I feel like I’d really recommend, without caveats, to anyone in an EV-ready financial situation at the moment.” He suggests their value for money, consistently good quality, and proven track record in the EV space all help give models like the 2025 Kia EV6 an edge over rivals.

Charging Infrastructure

Kia owners enjoy complimentary charging at stations in the Electrify America network. By the end of 2025, the network hopes to have over 1,800 charging stations, amounting to over 10,000 individual chargers across the United States and Canada. The Electrify America website makes it easy to find an affiliated charging station near you. All customers receive a set amount of free kilowatt hours of charging to use in the three years after their purchase.

Starting on January 15, Kia EV6 owners will have access to the massive Tesla Supercharger network. This charging network has over 16,500 stations across the United States, making powering up an EV6 much more convenient. Kia will give free North American Charging Standard adapters to anyone who purchases an EV6 after September 4, 2024. These adapters convert the EV6’s Combined Charging System combo plug to one compatible with the Tesla system, opening up a world of new charging options to Kia EV owners.

Be One of the First To Own the 2025 Kia EV6

The 2025 Kia EV6 should arrive at US dealerships in late 2024. At Pride Kia of Lynn, we’ll be among the first dealerships to secure this exciting new vehicle. Visit us to be among the first people to test-drive Kia’s latest EV and make it yours. Contact us online or speak to our team to express your interest in the highly anticipated 2025 Kia EV6.