Checking out the latest in auto news here at Jim Butler Kia of St Louis can prepare us for each day full of educating consumers about the best vehicle choice for them and their families! When eager test drivers ask us about awards, honors, and accolades, we always feel that there are so many reasons to say, “best of” and back it up with concrete stats. SlashGear has named two Kia vehicles to its “Best Cars of 2023 – 10 of the Top-Rated Picks.”
The EV6 was recognized as the “Best EV”, and the Telluride as the “Best Family SUV.” These accolades are selected based on criteria such as range, aftercare support, overall performance, pricing and value, cabin technology, and style. Car shoppers can now feel overwhelmed with their choices, and the SlashGear team selected Kia models because of their superior features and segment-leading performance. When today’s driver is tediously sizing up the competition, many longevity and safety issues render gravitating toward a true industry leader a sensible decision.
There are now more than 40 electric cars on the market, and the SlashGear crew set out to make finding the ideal model a much less daunting task. A large segment of today’s drivers have read a bit of the data themselves and are already convinced that an EV is a sensible choice for them. They are ready to forge forward with just a few endorsements from industry experts and leaders to shed light on the most innovative and promising daily driver or weekend getaway vehicle.
The 2023 Kia Telluride comes into a very crowded segment with many diligently strong points, including a larger-than-average third row and cargo space, user-friendly technology, and very smart cruise control. Practical and spacious, the 2023 model received a mid-cycle refresh which includes a facelifted exterior, new wheel designs for each trim level, three new paint colors, and some new interior styling for the dash and steering wheel.
The 12.3-inch and 14-inch display now come standard across all trims, with the SX and SX prestige trims boasting a standard dual infotainment and digital instrument panel housed under some very cool curved glass. The wireless charging pad has been made slightly bigger to accommodate the incoming cellphone models, and each row of seating gets to enjoy USB-C charging ports. The Telluride’s tow rating is now at 5,500, thanks to the addition of an upgraded fan for superior cooling.
The 2023 Kia EV6 has impressed many experts and everyday drivers alike with its long driving range, extra fun dynamics, and wealth of technology which make it an incredibly solid model for a daily-use EV. It also boasts a clean #1 spot within the electric SUVs category from U.S. News, which claimed that its athletic handling, swift acceleration, and comfortable seating rendered it such a high caliber. All versions of the 2023 EV6 come with a 77.4 kWh battery, with standard rear-wheel drive having one electric motor and cranking out 225 horsepower.
All-wheel drive versions derive power from two electric motors and make 320 horsepower, with a quality of acceleration that is known for coming on instantly with its chiseled and unique breed of force. The exhilarating 2023 EV6 GT pumps out 576 horsepower and is the most powerful Kia production car to ever sprint off the assembly line! The EV6 has a maximum driving range of 310 miles, with the more powerful EV6 GT claiming a range of around 206 miles. When the true numbers come in, they are reassuring: based on driving 15,000 miles a year, it costs between $600 and $900 per year to charge the Kia EV6.
