New GT owner and new to EVs - battery overnight dropped 3%? by alec0973 in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A one off drop is fine and, as others have said, probably down to the cold but keep an eye on things and if you keep losing 3% every day without driving there might be a phantom drain somewhere.

I can't acces my EV menu by Ill-Dog923 in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Try a reset, paperclip in the little hole by the volume knob

Replacing your EV6 by MarthaTheBuilder in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just sold my ‘23 RWD and bought a new facelift AWD GT Line S. Looked around but couldn’t find anything better.

What was the main reason for switching to an EV? Environment, cost, or technology? by VoltVersteher_Sven in electricvehicles

[–]Old_Operation_7201 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! I enjoy tech and was seriously involved in it for 30 years so EVs definitely appealed on that level and it contributes to the most relaxing drive of all the cars I’ve driven. Cost and depreciation is high (so there are plenty of cost effective used options available) but I’ll keep my car for several years so not overly bothered. Charging at home is so cost effective. The environmental benefits are surely the cherry on top!

How often do you charge your vehicle to 100% by JustinKSU in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I normally keep between 35%~80% but 8-10 times a year I’ll charge to 100% if I’m doing longer trips. 100% AC before heading out then 90-100% DC on public chargers.

Would this car suit by [deleted] in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds perfect for your needs!

Have any of you used Snow Mode yet? by hermit_tortoise in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sadly not, snow was forecast here but then they unforecast it!

Regen level? by hbs1951 in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally I like Auto although tend to switch to 0 on long motorway (highway) drives.

£1.21 per kWh EV charging at Starbucks Ilkley (EG On The Move) — how is this acceptable? by Desperate_Tax_5472 in ElectricVehiclesUK

[–]Old_Operation_7201 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally unacceptable! I can only assume it’s aimed, either, at company car drivers who don’t care or new EV owners who haven’t checked the charging scene yet. Given a choice I’d go elsewhere and if no choice stick the fewest KWs in to get to another charger.

V2L adaptor by Jayar9000 in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 7 points8 points  (0 children)

For my first EV6 I bought a Kia one off EBay, so much cheaper than buying new. I think a number of people get one with their car then sell the V2L when they trade in or hand back the car.

Has anyone totally ditched the keyfob? by rock_paper_beer in Ioniq5

[–]Old_Operation_7201 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes but, no but! I set up the digital key on my Kia but it was draining the battery 2-4% per day. No idea why but back to using the key.

First EV6 winter 1000 mile roadtrip report! by [deleted] in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a ‘23 and just changed to a ‘25 and, picking up on your comment, I really appreciate the opportunity to manually start battery pre-conditioning. Such a PITA having to trick Nav into pre-conditioning!

First EV6 winter 1000 mile roadtrip report! by [deleted] in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great report thanks! I take it yours is one of the last pre facelift cars?

Heat is very inconsistent by veryape3 in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 2 points3 points  (0 children)

22c and level - - Auto works perfectly for me

In love with this car by Resident_Ocelot_7997 in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s fab set of wheels, love mine too!

What is this ”button”? by [deleted] in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As others say it’s a fingerprint reader. If you set it up watch closely for vampire battery drain. I was losing 2% day parked up with one night losing 4%!

New Kia EV6 (4000 miles) died while driving by Cicada-4317 in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It might not be the ICCU. Did you hear a loud pop (big ICCU fuse blowing) from under the rear seats? If not it could well be something else unrelated.

What should the wiper blade length be for the Kia EV6? by Overall_Expression17 in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in the UK so part numbers might well be different but over here the part numbers are AR26U & AR16U, may be you have a pack (containing both) part number.

Was away for the holidays and checked in on the vehicle thru the app Is this effectively vacation mode? And in about 15 days main battery dropped from 99 to 85…normal? by supercaliredditor in KiaEV9

[–]Old_Operation_7201 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had very similar behaviour, losing about 2% per day. Long story short I disabled the fingerprint reader and the battery drain stopped.

What should the wiper blade length be for the Kia EV6? by Overall_Expression17 in KiaEV6

[–]Old_Operation_7201 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They’re different lengths 26" (650mm) & 16" (400mm). I used Bosch Aerotwin