Kia Corporation was founded in May 1944 and is Korea’s oldest manufacturer of motor vehicles. From humble origins making bicycles and motorcycles, Kia has grown – as part of the dynamic, global Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group – to become the world’s fifth largest vehicle manufacturer.
There are different electric models launched by Kia Electric cars in 2024. Kia Electric Car have launched different electric car models in the USA. They can be classified based on the type of electric drive system.
There are some battery electric vehicles BEVs and Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).
Following are the KIA electric cars and their available type in the USA.
Kia electric cars in 2024 available in United States
2024 KIA EV6 (BEVs)
2024 KIA EV9 (BEVs)
2024 KIA Niro EV (BEV, HEV, AND PHEV)
2024 KIA EV6
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KEY FEATURE
- Quick Response electric motor gives speed 0-60 mph in just 4.6 sec.
- All-wheel Drive power train and e-all-wheel drive system.
- Battery capacity of 77.4 kWh.
- 400V to 800V DC fast charger can go 10% to 80% in just 18 min.
Kia EV6 is an electric car launched by Kia Electric cars, Kia EV6 comes with features of a quick response electric motor, with an all-wheel drive powertrain capable of delivering 446 lb.-ft of torque for a 0-60 mph in just 4.6 sec. Kia EV6 has a battery capacity of 77.4 kWh.
Kia EV6 comes with standard Rear rear-wheel drive (RWD) and multi-link rear suspension to deliver sporty handling to the vehicle. Kia EV6 models have torque vectoring e-AWD feature dual-motor delivers good acceleration.
A lower center of gravity and a powerful engine help to improve the stability of the car on curvatures. Kia EV6 has been tested and designed for cold climates. A heat pump that helps preserve Ultra-fast DC charging capability. 400V to 800V DC fast charger can go 10% to 80% in just 18 min. Charge on the go feature of KIA EV6 can be charged with go portable charger and reduce the journey time. Kia EV6 can be charged at home seamlessly. electric range in cold weather driving conditions.
12-inch Dual Panoramic displays. These can be combined and can be used as 24-inch curved displays providing a greater view of feature control. The head-up display shows certain safety information and route guidance in augmented reality which helps to keep your attention on the road.
Kia EV6 provides remote smart parking assistance. This system is designed to help the driver remotely park and exit. Parking spaces from outside the vehicle. All sensors are designed to automatically control steering and wheel speed helping to guide the vehicle in parallel and perpendicular parking space.
2024 KIA EV9
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KEY FEATURE
- Quick speed 0-60 mph in just 4.6 sec.
- EV9 has EPA est. drive range of 304 miles.
- battery capacity of 99.8 kWh.
- All-wheel Drive power train and e-AWD system.
- 400V to 800V DC fast charger can go 10% to 80% in just 18 min.
The all-new KIA EV9 is an electric SUV car from Kia Electric cars. EV9 is an electric SUV that has EPA est. Range of 304 miles. Can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 4.5 sec. It is equipped with a battery capacity of 99.8 kWh which powers the Dual motor e-AWD system.
Number of ways to charge EV9 Can be charged in different ways such as by installing an available at-home level 2 charger (240V) or charging on the go with more than 41,000 charging stations across the United States. And also, Ultra-fast DC charging capability. EV9’s 350 kW DC fast charger can go 10% to 80% in just 24 mins.
EV9 can keep you comfortable in colder climates with an available heat-up pump that can help preserve electric range, a battery warmer that can enhance charging performance, and heated 1st and 2nd-row seats.
EV9 Electric is an SUV that gives powerful performance with 379 HP, and 516 lb.-ft of torque. This SUV has having ground clearance of 7.8 inches. When go out for an off-road situation this EV9 can help you navigate through the situation with confidence.
EV9 is equipped with an onboard power generator that delivers power up to 1920 watts of electric power to power select appliances, laptops, and more. It also provides a large-scale power bank so you can charge up the electric bikes on the go or it can power when you stay outdoors camping.
In the future EV9 could support vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power capability. This vision is for EV9’s V2H capability to deliver power back to the home from the vehicle battery.
EV9 comes with 1000 kWh of charging credits on the Electrify America network which improves range of 3000 miles.
There are different Models available in EV9 electric cars which are listed below.
2024 KIA NIRO
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KEY FEATURE
- Niro has a driving range of 253 miles.
- Quick speed 0-60 mph in just 7.1 sec.
- Battery capacity of 64.8 kWh.
- Niro EV comes with 500 kWh of charging credits.
- 400V to 800V DC fast charger can go 10% to 80% in just 18 min.
Kia Niro EV is the second-generation electric car launched by Kia Electric cars, The Kia electric car Niro comes with three different power trains (BEV, HEV, AND PHEV), and with only electric power this car provides a drive range of 253 miles. The battery capacity of 64.8 kWh, which helps to achieve a range of 253 miles on a single charge. KIA Niro provides near-instant torque and accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 7.1 sec.
Kia Niro has an onboard power generator that can help power equipment like laptops, camping equipment, and e-bikes
The Niro EV comes with 500 kWh of charging credits on the Electrify America network, which is equivalent to about 1,750 – 2,000 miles of driving range
The Kia Niro has a best-in-class cargo room and offers an extensive list of standard features, with anti-collision and driver assistance features.
The Kia Niro EV arrives with a few changes for 2024 and a minimal price increase with more different new features. It has greater practicality and utility, and a dual-level cargo floor has been added as a new standard feature. On the color side, the fire-orange metallic exterior paint was dropped from the Niro palette and the Niro EV wind trim no longer offers a light grey interior color package.
The Niro EV comes in two different segments