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Kia unveiled the interior and exterior design of its dedicated electric vehicle EV6 for the first time on the 15th.

[Asia Economy Reporter Changhwan Lee] Kia unveiled the interior and exterior design of its dedicated electric vehicle EV6 for the first time on the 15th.

The EV6 is Kia's first electric vehicle built on the dedicated electric vehicle platform E-GMP (Electric-Global Modular Platform). It is also the first car to embody Kia's new design philosophy, ‘Opposites United,’ which represents the creative fusion of contrasting concepts.

Kia emphasized that the EV6 features a futuristic yet unique design, reflecting Kia's commitment to offering customers a new experience as a milestone for future transportation.

Futuristic yet Unique Exterior Design of the EV6

The front of the EV6 features a ‘Digital Tiger Face’ grille, a reinterpretation of Kia’s iconic ‘Tiger Nose’ front design tailored for electric vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRL) apply a ‘Moving Light Pattern’ inspired by electronic pixels that compose digital images, giving a more sophisticated and premium feel.

The air intake located at the lower front bumper visually widens the EV6 while emphasizing a high-tech image. Additionally, the low-positioned intake guides air to flow under the flat floor of the electric vehicle, minimizing air resistance.

The side profile features clean and sharp lines from the hood to the spoiler, building the EV6’s distinctive character while making the vehicle feel richer and sleeker. The ‘Dynamic Character’ line, running from the lower side through the rear wheelhouse to the tail lamps, adds a strong presence to the EV6.

In particular, the dynamic character line crossing the EV6’s side design cleverly intersects the streamlined upper body with the high-tech lower body, enhancing the innovative design’s completeness.

The rear spoiler integrates with the LED cluster lamps to complete the dynamic character and, together with the ‘wing-type roof spoiler,’ achieves optimal aerodynamic performance. The rear LED cluster lamps are a distinctive feature of the EV6, shaping unique patterns with light as a medium, adding a futuristic touch.

The lower part of the rear bumper is finished in glossy black high-gloss, highlighting the EV6’s dynamic presence, and the diffuser applied at the bumper’s bottom is designed to optimize the airflow exiting from the flat floor of the electric vehicle.

Kia unveiled the interior and exterior design of its dedicated electric vehicle EV6 for the first time on the 15th.

The EV6’s Interior Design Reborn as a Completely New and Innovative Space

Kia explained that the EV6’s interior design reflects the new design philosophy throughout, aiming to provide a completely new and innovative space based on the differentiated interior space unique to electric vehicles.

The most eye-catching feature of the EV6’s interior design is the panoramic curved display that smoothly wraps around the front. The wide screen and slim dashboard maximize the sense of visual expansion while making the vehicle’s interior appear more spacious.

The panoramic curved display is widely arranged centered on the driver. The instrument cluster is located directly in front of the driver, while the center console side displays the navigation screen and advanced infotainment system.

The slim line of the garnish located at the bottom of the dashboard gives a sense of openness while expanding the vehicle laterally. Additionally, ambient lighting, which can be set to the driver’s preferred color, enhances the interior atmosphere.

Kia unveiled the interior and exterior design of its dedicated electric vehicle EV6 for the first time on the 15th.

The EV6’s center console appears to float in the middle. By minimizing physical buttons and applying touch buttons with haptic technology, it achieves a high-tech feel never experienced before.

Below the navigation screen are controls for switching between infotainment and climate control, and touch buttons for operating seat and steering wheel heaters are placed on the front of the center console, implementing an innovative layout that prioritizes driver usability.

The infotainment and climate control switching controls allow toggling between the two systems with a centrally located button. Except for buttons that require intuitive operation during driving, such as media volume and interior temperature, all buttons are touch-based, minimizing the central interior space and creating an innovative image akin to the latest electronic devices.

The electric vehicle-specific seats specially designed for the EV6 break away from conventional materials and designs, reborn with an original and futuristic design. The EV6 seats are thin and lightweight while designed to provide continuous comfort and coziness for occupants.

Kia unveiled the interior and exterior design of its dedicated electric vehicle EV6 for the first time on the 15th.

Kia’s New Design Philosophy, Opposites United

Along with the EV6’s interior and exterior design, Kia unveiled its new design philosophy, Opposites United, which means the creative fusion of contrasting concepts.

Following Kia’s new brand direction, mission, and slogan, the newly revealed design philosophy inherits Kia’s unique design heritage while outlining the design direction moving forward. Opposites United will be applied to the design of all Kia models to be released, including the EV6.

Kia’s design philosophy is based on five attributes: ▲Bold for Nature, harmonizing with nature ▲Joy for Reason, providing meaningful enjoyment ▲Power to Progress, innovative attempts toward the future ▲Technology for Life, technology for human life ▲Tension for Serenity, tension within tranquility.

Karim Habib, Executive Vice President in charge of Kia’s design, said, “We want our products to provide intuitive and natural experiences that enhance the value of customers’ daily lives,” adding, “Kia’s goal is to design original and creative joy and to enable customers to continuously experience it through the Kia brand.”

He continued, “Starting with the EV6, all future Kia products will allow customers to directly experience and feel the design philosophy Opposites United.”

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