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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid How Does 53+ MPG Sound? The second generation 2023 Kia Niro is offered in three models–the all-electric Niro EV, the Niro plug-in hybrid, and the one reviewed here, the Niro hybrid. Eco is best when on the highway to maximize fuel economy and Sport for when an extra boost of performance is needed.

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Tech: How do Hybrid & Plug-in Hybrid Batteries Recharge? Do I Need to Plug a Hybrid In?

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A Primer on Hybrid Battery Care This article may contain affiliate links. But the mass market was confused; these new cars had an additional battery to provide electricity to an electric motor. But the mass market was confused; these new cars had an additional battery to provide electricity to an electric motor.

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Road Test: 2024 Kia EV6 GT

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The Fastest Kia! The 2024 Kia EV6 GT is one of the best electric vehicles you can buy. An EV driver’s car Kia’s Performance EV Marketed as a performance crossover, the 2024 Kia EV6 GT is civil enough to handle all daily driving needs while at the same time being the fastest Kia ever.

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Road Test: 2021 Kia Niro PHEV EX Premium

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Photos by John Faulkner and Kia. The 2021 Kia Niro PHEV is one of three electrified Niro models to choose from, alongside a hybrid and a pure battery electric version. kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion polymer battery and a 60 horsepower, 44.5 A Winning Formula. Story by John Faulkner. kW electric motor.

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Kia introduces new mild hybrid powertrain, 7-speed DCT

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Kia’s 48V mild hybrid system uses a lead-carbon battery. Kia revealed a new mild hybrid powertrain as well as its new 7-speed DCT at the Geneva Motor Show. The mild hybrid powertrain will be available on new diesel and gasoline production cars from Kia in the near future. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) 7-speed DCT.

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More details on the coming new Kia Optima hybrid and plug-in hybrid

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Kia Motors has provided a few more details on the new hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains planned for the all-new Optima, as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to broaden its global range of low-emission vehicles. These changes are expected to contribute to a 10% improvement in fuel economy over earlier versions of the Optima Hybrid.

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Road Test: 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV

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The company plans to do it with a mixture of all-electric vehicles, like the new XC40 Recharge, and plug-in hybrid versions of its SUVs and sedans. The XC90 Recharge is an example of the second group. kWh battery, tucked away under the car along the center tunnel, provides just 18 miles of all-electric motoring.