EV6 DEGREES OF SEPARATION

The EV6's midlife refresh is about reminding everyone why this car is still fighting fit

- By Kurt Morris

The Kia EV6 didn't really need fixing, and that's precisely why this 2025 facelift works so well. Standing under the harsh summer sun at Kia's Andhra Pradesh factory — a two-hour drive from Bengaluru through increasingly sparse terrain — the subtle evolution of its flagship electric crossover becomes clear.

This isn't an evolution, but a careful refinement of what was already one of the most compelling electric vehicles on the market. The changes are measured, thoughtful, and exactly what the EV6 needed to stay relevant in an increasingly crowded segment.

From the outside, the updates are subtle but effective. The most noticeable change comes at the front, where the LED daytime running lights now stretch downward in sharp triangular formations, giving the face a more aggressive, almost predatory look. At the rear, the light signatures have been tweaked slightly, but the overall silhouette remains unmistakably EV6 — a crisp blend of coupe sleekness and SUV presence that earned it Red Dot Design Awards. Our test car wore a vibrant red shade that highlighted every curve, though the matte blue version parked nearby was arguably even more striking. The flush door handles still deploy with that satisfying sci-fi precision, and yes, the grenade-shaped key fob — complete with its dramatic detonator-style buttons — makes a welcome return.