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

Green Car Reports

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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Kia Europe introduces seamless EV charging technology Plug&Charge

Electric Cars Report

Kia is bringing Plug&Charge to its electric vehicles in Europe. Plug&Charge will be available with the EV9 upon launch and will gradually be rolled out to future Kia electrified models. This charging technology allows Kia customers to connect their EV with any Plug&Charge capable public charging station.

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

Green Car Reports

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

Green Car Reports

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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Second-generation Kia Niro debuts in hybrid, PHEV and EV variants

Green Car Congress

The all-new Kia Niro CUV made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. The 2023 Niro will launch in the United States with three electrified powertrains: hybrid electric (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and all-electric (EV). All Niro models are front-wheel-drive. The all-electric Niro EV is powered by a 64.8

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Kia EV9 To Sell For $54,900 In US, Get Plug&Charge In Europe

CleanTechnica EVs

Kia recently made two important announcements about the EV9. United States pricing has been announced, and the EV9 will be the first vehicle to get plug & charge capability in Europe, followed by other Kia vehicles. EV9 US Pricing Announced Kia America just announced the […]

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Kia introduces 5th-generation Sportage SUV; gasoline, diesel, HEV, PHEV

Green Car Congress

Kia has presented the fifth-generation Kia Sportage SUV. Developed on a new architecture, the all-new Sportage will offer gasoline and diesel powertrains at market launch later this year, followed by hybrid-electric (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) models. Terrain Mode, E-Handling tech and a new ECS.

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