Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Kia EV6
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is more fuel-efficient at 120 MPG combined, against 117 MPG for the Kia EV6. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | Kia EV6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 97 | 219 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 15 and 3 | 2 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 8,000 miles | |
| Recalls | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 120 MPG | 117 MPG |
| City and highway | 131 and 109 | 134 and 101 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $650 | $650 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 97 complaints for the Chevrolet Bolt EV and 219 for the Kia EV6. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 5 stars for the Kia EV6.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 4 for the Kia EV6.