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Kia exec: Plug-in hybrids misunderstood, Telluride hybrid a possibility

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Kia has already ushered in several new EVs over the past model year. Looking ahead to the next year, it will solidify some new decisions about its range of hybrids and plug-in hybrids for the brand, in addition to additional EVs on the way.

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2018-2022 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid recalled due to fire risk

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Kia is recalling certain Niro hybrid and plug-in hybrid models due to an issue that could cause engine compartment fires. Kia also.

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2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid priced just under $40,000, goes 34 electric miles

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Pricing for the Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid has been released—just in the nick of time for buyers of this model to no longer qualify for the federal EV tax credit. The 2023 Kia Sportage PHEV will start at $39,785, including a destination charge of $1,295.

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Kia keeps to EV goals but plans to enhance hybrid lineup

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Kia remains committed to an ambitious EV sales goal, but plans to keep hybrids and plug-in hybrids as part of its product mix, the automaker announced Friday in a presentation to investors. Kia still targets 1.6 million global EV sales annually by 2030.

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Kia reveals redesigned 2023 Niro EV, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid

Green Car Reports

Kia on Wednesday, at the New York auto show, revealed a completely redesigned lineup of 2023 Niro models—including hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and EV versions. Niro Hybrid models have a 1.6-liter liter inline-4 engine paired to a 32-kw electric motor that’s packaged with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

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2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid: 32-mile electric range chases RAV4 Prime, Escape PHEV

Green Car Reports

With the low-slung EV6 electric car just about to start reaching customers, Kia has just rolled out more U.S. details for a compact SUV that could serve as a gateway to going electric: the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid. Like the Sorento Plug-In Hybrid and the Sportage Hybrid, the Sportage Plug-In Hybrid has a 177-hp, 1.6-liter

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2023 Kia Niro: EV, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid versions return in redesigned model

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Kia has provided a first look at a redesigned, second-generation Niro, plus a nod that this sustainability-focused crossover will again be offered in hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric versions starting next year. The company hasn’t provided any update on which of these models are U.S.-bound—or

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