How does charging work? How much money will I save? Where can I find charging stations? You've got good questions and we have answers. Everything you'd want to know about our electric vehicles can be found on our Electric Vehicle FAQs page.
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Kia's Alternative Fuel Vehicles.Kia's Alternative Fuel Vehicles.
Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX Premium shown. Not all optional features are available on all trims. Some features may vary.
2020 Niro Plug-In Hybrid is a limited production model sold in select states.
Find the Kia alternative fuel vehicle for you.
Kia offers a range of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric vehicles, so you can choose the option that fits your life. We believe reducing resource consumption is the right thing to do for our planet and our future.
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EV
Electric vehicle: all go, no gas.
Kia Electric Vehicle
With the Niro EV, Kia offers an exciting all-electric option that lets you say goodbye to the gas pump for good.
239-mile range
Niro EV offers an EPA-estimated 239-mile range1 and 64 kWh battery pack, providing the confidence to get you from point a to b, to c, to z and everything in between.
Level 2 (240 V) public outlets
With more than 26,000 Level 2 (240V) public outlets currently nationwide2, and more being built all the time, you can plug into the expanding public grid with increasing ease.
Kia Electric Vehicle
With the Niro EV, Kia offers an exciting all-electric option that lets you say goodbye to the gas pump for good.
239-mile range
Niro EV offers an EPA-estimated 239-mile range1 and 64 kWh battery pack, providing the confidence to get you from point a to b, to c, to z and everything in between.
Level 2 (240 V) public outlets
With more than 26,000 Level 2 (240V) public outlets currently nationwide2, and more being built all the time, you can plug into the expanding public grid with increasing ease.
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Electric Benefits
Hybrid
Hybrid vehicles: a little bit electric.
Sorento Hybrid
With a turbocharged hybrid powertrain, flexible capability, seating for 6, and a host of driver assistance tech, the all-new 2021 Sorento Hybrid writes a story with every drive.1
Crossover Hybrid
Niro Hybrid combines the forward-looking engineering of a hybrid with the versatile design and practicality of a crossover.2
Full Parallel Hybrid System
This innovative system combines a hybrid-optimized engine with a highly efficient, lightweight electric motor and a powerful lithium-ion polymer battery.3
Fun to Drive
The impressively-efficient dual-clutch automatic transmission makes Niro Hybrid the perfect pairing of fuel economy4 and dynamic driving performance.
Sorento Hybrid
With a turbocharged hybrid powertrain, flexible capability, seating for 6, and a host of driver assistance tech, the all-new 2021 Sorento Hybrid writes a story with every drive.1
Crossover Hybrid
Niro Hybrid combines the forward-looking engineering of a hybrid with the versatile design and practicality of a crossover.2
Full Parallel Hybrid System
This innovative system combines a hybrid-optimized engine with a highly efficient, lightweight electric motor and a powerful lithium-ion polymer battery.3
Fun to Drive
The impressively-efficient dual-clutch automatic transmission makes Niro Hybrid the perfect pairing of fuel economy4 and dynamic driving performance.
Hybrid Benefits
Most accessible entry point into Alternative Fuel Vehicles
Improved fuel efficiency over gas counterparts
High EPA-estimated total driving range
Plug-In Hybrid
Kia Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle.
Kia Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle
The Niro PHEV Crossover provides the flexibility of traditional gas operation, with the option to go all-electric.1
All-Electric Option
With the push of a button you can go all-electric using a high-density, lithium-ion polymer battery, giving Niro PHEV an estimated EPA rated All-Electric Range (AER) of 0-26 miles.2
Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission
Niro Plug-In Hybrid has a highly responsive, smooth-shifting dual-clutch automatic transmission, for a sport-inspired and a fun-to-drive feel.3
High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV)
Kia Plug-In Hybrid vehicles may qualify for HOV decals in select states. Plus, buyers of Kia PHEVs may also qualify for Federal tax and select state rebates to maximize affordability.4
Kia Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle
The Niro PHEV Crossover provides the flexibility of traditional gas operation, with the option to go all-electric.1
All-Electric Option
With the push of a button you can go all-electric using a high-density, lithium-ion polymer battery, giving Niro PHEV an estimated EPA rated All-Electric Range (AER) of 0-26 miles.2
Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission
Niro Plug-In Hybrid has a highly responsive, smooth-shifting dual-clutch automatic transmission, for a sport-inspired and a fun-to-drive feel.3
High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV)
Kia Plug-In Hybrid vehicles may qualify for HOV decals in select states. Plus, buyers of Kia PHEVs may also qualify for Federal tax and select state rebates to maximize affordability.4
Plug-in Hybrid Benefits
Driver can select EV mode on demand
Enjoy the freedom to fill up or charge up
Eligible for a High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) decal in select states1
UVO link
Innovative, inside and out.
Remote Charging Services
With available UVO link on Kia EVs and PHEVs, you can get updates about the charge status of your vehicle and find nearby charging stations.1
Charging Schedules
Plug in your Kia EV or PHEV anytime and charge only when you want to. Use your compatible smartphone or tablet to schedule charging during off-peak hours to take advantage of lower electric rates.2
Climate Control
Pre-heat or pre-cool your vehicle with UVO link. Set the time and temperature through your compatible smartphone or portal, and send remote commands to power your HVAC system.3
Remote Lock/Unlock
With UVO link, remotely lock or unlock your doors with the push of a button. You can even see when a door or the rear hatch is left open.4
Remote Charging Services
With available UVO link on Kia EVs and PHEVs, you can get updates about the charge status of your vehicle and find nearby charging stations.1
Charging Schedules
Plug in your Kia EV or PHEV anytime and charge only when you want to. Use your compatible smartphone or tablet to schedule charging during off-peak hours to take advantage of lower electric rates.2
Climate Control
Pre-heat or pre-cool your vehicle with UVO link. Set the time and temperature through your compatible smartphone or portal, and send remote commands to power your HVAC system.3
Remote Lock/Unlock
With UVO link, remotely lock or unlock your doors with the push of a button. You can even see when a door or the rear hatch is left open.4
Alternative Fuel Vehicle History
A history of thinking ahead.Kia America, Inc. has been advancing Alternative Fuel technology in our vehicles since 1988.
1952
Boasting and impressive zero emission rating, the Samchully, Korea's first bicycle, is unveiled by Kia America, Inc.
1988
Kia’s first-ever electric vehicle, the Kia Besta EV, is introduced, and used for live broadcasting during the 1986 Asian Games and the 1988 Seoul Olympics.
2004
The Kia Sportage Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) succeeds the Besta EV. These two models came to serve as the basis for all Kia electric vehicles that followed.
2008
The Kia Borrego Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) makes its debut at the 2008 Los Angeles International Auto Show.
2011
.The Optima Hybrid makes its U.S. debut, offering Optima’s signature sleek design, now with a full parallel hybrid powertrain
2014
Kia begins production on the 2015 Soul EV, its first mass-market zero-emissions EV in the U.S.1
2016
Kia starts building the first Optima Plug-In Hybrid, essentially giving the Optima Hybrid the ability to go fully electric.
2017
Production begins on the Niro Plug-In Hybrid, offering the same crossover versatility and hybrid appeal as the Niro, with the option to go 100% electric.
2018
Niro EV makes its production debut at the Paris auto show, bringing to life, a no compromise EV.