What's the best small SUV available from Kia?

Right now, our best small SUVs available are the Kia Stonic and the Kia Soul EV. With a more compact body, these innovative vehicles blend sleek aesthetics with power and performance to bring you the best a small SUV can offer.

SUV cars are cars set high off the ground with a raised suspension. This provides a higher driving position. SUV cars also often come with 4x4 drive and provide more passenger and boot space. Many SUVs also have seven seats. SUV cars have soared in popularity over the last decade, and can be found in different sizes, styles and models. At Kia, we offer an extensive range of SUV cars, including Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid and Electric options. Browse the entire collection of SUVs above.

What does SUV stand for in cars?

SUV stands for Sports Utility Vehicle.

What are Kia's best SUV deals?

At Kia, we like to offer the best SUV deals so that you can get the car you love, at a price you can afford. Visit our individual SUV car pages and price guides to discover more.

Is an SUV a good first car?

SUV and 4x4 cars are quickly growing in popularity, especially for families and first-time car owners. Modern technology and advanced power steering has helped SUVs become almost as responsive and versatile as smaller vehicles. The added size and raised seating of SUVs also provides enhanced safety and driver sight and navigation. Our range of SUV cars, such as the Stonic and Soul EV, are also fitted with pioneering technology to help first-time car owners. This includes automated parking assist and smart cruise control.

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Automatic Cars for Sale from Kia

Automatic cars remain a consistently are an unfalteringly popular choice for many drivers, and we understand why. Get ready to start your electric and automatic journey today with Kia.

SUV car parked beside a wall, front view

Seamless power, ultimate convenience

Driving an automatic car is widely considered easier and more convenient, as you can let the automatic transmission do the hard work for you. All electric cars use automatic transmission, so going electric is more convenient, as well as the more sustainable choice.

Buy an automatic with Kia for a driving experience that is guaranteed to be smooth and seamless, whether you're travelling through stop-start traffic or setting off down long, open roads.

Kia automatic cars At Kia, all our cars are available with automatic transmission, including SUVs, hatchbacks and crossovers. Our award-winning range of Kia electric, plug-in hybrid and hybrid cars are also all automatic, so you can enjoy a drive that's as rewarding as it is seamless.

We believe our automatic driving experiences should be accessible to everyone. That's why our range also includes automatic used cars, so you can enjoy the perks of driving an automatic for less. We also offer automatic cars on finance, including personalised PML and PCP deals, so you can tailor your payment plan to your own specific needs.

You can explore all our Kia automatic and electric cars for sale online or visit your local Kia dealership to find the best automatic car for you.

Electric automatic cars

EV6

Electric

The EV6 represents the next generation of electric vehicles. Designed with family comfort in mind, this sporty crossover car feels just as good as it looks. The automatic transmission assists the powerful and daring performance, making for an instictive and dynamic experience that makes everyday driving a pleasure.

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The Kia EV9

Electric

The EV9 is Kia's flagship electric SUV and headlines our range of pure electric, automatic cars. The EV9 reimagines what the EV driving experience can be, with a striking design inspired by a blend of nature and modernity. This family SUV redefines what the EV experience can be for families and adventurers alike.

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Small and compact automatic cars

Kia Picanto

Petrol

The Kia Picanto is a compact and stylish hatchback, perfect for first-time drivers looking for a small automatic car for sale that delivers smooth, stress-free performance. With a smart design, surprising interior space and great efficiency, the Picanto offers everyday convenience in a nimble and affordable package - ideal for new drivers or as a reliable urban runaround.

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Kia Sportage

Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel

A bold and capable automatic SUV, the Kia Sportage is a car built for family life and weekend road trips. It's automatic transmission delivers a quiet yet refined drive in any condition. Inside, it offers modern technology and generous space, making it a versatile choice for drivers seeking comfort, power, and the convenience of an automatic transmission.

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SUV automatic cars

Kia Stonic

Petrol

Compact yet packed with personality, the Kia Stonic is a dynamic urban crossover that brings confidence to every drive. It's muscular styling and sporty proportions give it a standout road presence, while the automatic transmission ensures a reponsove, agile, and punchy drive through town or beyond. For drivers wanting the best out of their compact automatic, the Stonic is a car that doesn't hold back.

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Kia Niro

Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel

Sleek, sustainable, and intelligent, the Kia Niro is a forward-thinking automatic SUV for sale that makes everyday travelling effortless. If you're switching from a manual to your first automatic car, the Niro provides the perfect balance of innovation, style, and real-world practicality.

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The Kia EV3 Automatic Car

EV3

Electric

The new 5-seater Kia EV3 offers a luxurious and sustainable driving experience with a focus on versatility and style. Combining easy charging and ample storage, the EV3 offers a range of innovative new tech features from intelligent safety systems to seamless smartphone connectivity.

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Buying your first automatic car Making the switch to your first automatic car is an exciting step, whether you're learning to drive in an automatic or moving over from a manual transmission. Kia offers wide range of vehicles designed to make the transition as easy and comfortable as possible. From compact hatchbacks to spacious SUVs, our automatic cars are built for ease and efficiency.

Why choose an automatic as your first car? Automatic cars are a good choice for first-time drivers thanks to their simplicity. Without the need to shift gears or operate a clutch, driving becomes more intuitive, just press the pedal and go. This makes automatic cars paticularly well-suited to busy urban environments, where traffic and junctions demand constant attention. They're also common in electric and hybrid vehicles, so choosing an automatic also prepares you for the future of driving as the UK shifts towards more sustainable motoring.

Transitioning from a manual car to automatic If you're accustomed to driving a manual car, moving to an automatic transmission can feel refreshingly easy. You'll only need your right foot to drive, as automatic cars don't have a clutch pedal.

It's best to familiarise yourself with the gear selector positions in an automatic:

- "P" for park
- "D" for drive
- "R" for reverse

Driving an automatic car does allow for a more relaxed drive in stop-start traffic or on long journeys, as the need to worry about getting into the correct gear or holding the clutch is eliminated.

Want to know more about automatic cars?

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Traditionally, ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) cars with automatic transmission tended to use more fuel than their manual counterparts. This was mainly due to less efficient gear shifting. However, modern automatic cars, particularly those with advanced transmission technology, have narrowed this gap. In some cares, they can be more fuel effient than manuals. Electric cars, on the other hand, all use automatic transmission and they are known to provide optimum fuel efficiency, compared to their petrol and diesel counterparts. EVs are powered solely by an electric battery , which means very little energy is wasted as heat or noise, making them more efficient than traditional ICE-powered cars. Our electric cars also use regenerative braking , which enables them to funnel unused kinetic energy back into the battery.
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Are automatic cars becoming more popular in the UK?
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Is the UK transitioning towards EV and Hybrid vehicles?
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Yes, the government has announced that all new cars will be electric or hybrid by 2035 as part of the push towards net-zero emissions by 2050. As all electric cars have an automatic gearbox , this also means that manual cars will gradually become less common.

This shift is making automatic cars an increasingly popular choice for drivers. Whether you’re researching the best automatic cars for sale, exploring automatic cars on finance , or considering a used automatic car, the market is expanding as the UK moves towards a future without manual cars.
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Automatic Cars

Seamless power, ultimate convenience

Electric automatic cars

EV6

The Kia EV9

Small and compact automatic cars

Kia Picanto

Kia Sportage

SUV automatic cars

Kia Stonic

Kia Niro

The Kia EV3 Automatic Car

EV3

Want to know more about automatic cars?

Can you stall an automatic car?

Does an automatic car transmission have a clutch?

Can you tow an automatic car?

Do automatic cars use more fuel?

Are automatic cars becoming more popular in the UK?

Are automatic cars expensive?

Are automatic cars more expensive to tax?

Is the UK transitioning towards EV and Hybrid vehicles?

What cars are automatic?

Legal Disclaimer

7-year warranty