Kia News
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The vehicles manufactured at this factory will be what Kia calls "Purpose Built Vehicles" (PBVs), which is the automaker's term for electric commercial vehicles—only they look far from utilitarian in the traditional sense.
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Tesla stopped including a mobile charger with its vehicles; it's not the only oneTesla and Kia have decided to make the AC mobile charger cable optional on their vehicles at extra cost. Does this make sense?
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Test drive review: 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid makes the most senseThe first Sportage hybrid proves to be the best Sportage, and is a better value than compact crossover rivals.
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First-generation Kia Niro EV continues as zero-emission taxi special for home Korean marketTo arrive at the Niro Plus, Kia says that it stretched the length of the Niro EV by 10 mm (0.4 in) and its height by 80 mm (3.1 in), with a slimming-down elsewhere to expand passenger space.
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Kia confirmed the EV9 electric SUV for the US: Now what about that electric pickup?The electric pickup is being designed on the same E-GMP platform underpinning the upcoming EV9 SUV, plus the Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Genesis GV60. But U.S. plans aren't certain yet, a Kia America exec underscored.
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Kia reveals redesigned 2023 Niro EV, hybrid, and plug-in hybridThe family of electrified hatchbacks returns with more mpg, miles of range, and features.
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Kia confirmed its Concept EV9 electric SUV will launch in Europe in 2023, but it hasn't revealed if and when it might be coming to the U.S.
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Kia electric pickup and affordable model join expanded EV plan: 14 EVs by 2027Kia joins the ranks that have an electric pickup in the product pipeline. Of note, it also now has an "entry-level" affordable EV on the way.
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2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid: 32-mile electric range chases RAV4 Prime, Escape PHEVCompetition for the Sportage PHEV includes the RAV4 Prime, the Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid, and the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid—all of which will likely go more miles all-electric.
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First drive review: 2022 Kia EV6 electric car is a hoot, and it hits reset for the brandKia’s latest electric car straddles the line between hatchback and crossover, and points the brand forward.
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2022 Kia EV6 starts at $42,115, gets an EPA-rated 310 miles in some versionsA GT performance model is also arriving later in the year, with an estimated 0-60 mph time of less than 3.5 seconds.
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2023 Kia Niro: EV, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid versions return in redesigned modelAlthough US plans haven't yet been confirmed, the sustainability-focused Kia small crossover returns with three powertrains plus a fresh design theme.
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The EV9 Concept presages an electric SUV that will be one of 11 electric cars planned in Kia's lineup by 2025.
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2017-2018 Kia Optima Hybrid, 2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid recalled for engine issueAn issue with the gasoline engine in some hybrid models from Kia and Hyundai has triggered a recall—and in some cases, a warranty extension.
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Kia teases EV9 electric SUV concept for LA auto showA future boxy Kia SUV, hinted in the EV9 concept, could take after the look and size of the popular Telluride and make it a battery electric.
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Review update: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid EX delivers value and nearly 40 mpgThe Sorento Hybrid delivers on its efficiency claims and interior comfort, but you’ll need to overlook some awkward bits.
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2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid starts at $46,165, fits into growing family of electrified modelsWith 32 miles of electric range, the Sorento Plug-In Hybrid could cost less than some non-hybrids if buyers can claim the EV tax credit.
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Report: Kia EV6 is only first of at least two other electric SUVs by 2025The upcoming EV6 will land in the middle of a lineup of electric crossovers for the brand set to arrive by the middle of the decade.
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The Sorento Plug-In Hybrid gets 34 mpg otherwise, using a 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with a single electric motor and 6-speed automatic transmission.
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EV remixes: Tesla Model 3 as post-apocalyptic off-roader, Kia Soul EV as sand-crawling surf wagonAn off-road-lifted Tesla Model 3 from Rich Rebuilts and a sand-churning Kia Soul EV are the latest rugged remixes of stock electric vehicles.
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Up close with the 2022 Kia EV6: A more futuristic take than the Ioniq 5, with charms of its ownThe Kia EV6 wears its crossover shape a little more proudly than the Ioniq 5 built on the same platform. It's also teasing potentially superior range and performance numbers.
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2021 Kia Niro EV carries over, ahead of EV6 introThe pending arrival of Kia's next-generation EV6 hasn't changed the presentation of its Niro EV for 2021, although it gets a few new features.
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2022 Kia EV6 electric crossover confirmed for all 50 US states, reservations open June 3The Kia EV6 reaches dealerships across the U.S. early in 2022 and will include a range of up to 300 miles and the capability for car-to-car charging.
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2022 Kia EV6: With Tesla Model Y-beating acceleration and charging, the Stinger of EVsThe EV6 could be the closest rival yet to the Tesla Model Y, with a 0-60 mph time of less than 3.5 seconds and 18-minute fast-charging.
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