The Kia EV6 GT secured the top position in a comparative test conducted by the German publication Auto Motor und Sport. The vehicle achieved a total of 585 points, surpassing the Tesla Model Y Performance, which earned 576 points. The assessment evaluated five high-performance electric vehicles across seven distinct categories, including safety, powertrain, and driving dynamics.
The Kia model outperformed competitors in the safety, powertrain, and driving performance categories. It features a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system delivering 650 horsepower and 770 Nm of torque. The vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and is equipped with an 84 kWh battery, offering a WLTP range of up to 279 miles.
The EV6 GT supports 800V fast-charging, allowing the battery to charge from 10% to 80% in 18 minutes. The updated interior includes the ccNC infotainment system with dual 12.3-inch curved panoramic screens and a Virtual Gear Shift feature. In Germany, the model is priced starting at €69 990.
Other vehicles in the comparison included the Zeekr 7GT, which placed third with 569 points, the Polestar 4 Coupe Dual Motor with 531 points, and the BYD Sealion 7 AWD Excellence with 508 points. While the Tesla Model Y Performance starts at €63 970 in Germany, Kia has previously announced the discontinuation of the EV6 GT in the US market.
