Kia Electric SUVs
The following Kia electric models are SUVs that perfectly combine versatility, performance, and energy efficiency; here's more about them.
Kia EV6 Electric
On the market since the 2022 model year, the Kia EV6 was even named Best Electric SUV of 2024 by The Car Guide. Offering remarkable performance as well as stunning design, this compact SUV has a lot to offer, as you will see in our price and specs of the Kia EV6 summary.
With dynamic, modern lines, it offers features such as 19- to 21-inch wheels, spectacularly designed optics, and 5 body colors:
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Interstellar Grey
- Runway Red
- Snow White Pearl
- Yacht Blue
Inside the EV6, one can only appreciate the available space as well as the high-quality materials, such as black leather and synthetic fabrics on the base models, while the GT trim can feature an interior in black suede and synthetic leather, depending on the selected options.
In addition to offering elegant design both inside and out, the Kia EV6 also stands out with its powerful engine lineup, which varies depending on the trim between:
- 225 horsepower (Wind propulsion)
- 320 horsepower (Land all-wheel drive, 3 trims)
- 576 horsepower (GT all-wheel drive)
If you are fond of electrifying performances, the GT trim will win you over with its 0-100 km/h dispatched in just 4.2 seconds! Finally, you can tow up to 2300 pounds across all models.
As for the range of the Kia EV6, it varies from 332 kilometers for the GT trim to 499 kilometers for the entry-level 225 horsepower model. In terms of charging, it will only take you 18 minutes to regain 80% of the range if you plug your EV6 into a 350 kW level 3 fast charger; count a little more than an hour with a 50 kW fast charger. With a 240V charger, you will need 7 hours and 10 minutes to fully recharge your vehicle.
You will appreciate the many features offered by the Kia EV6, including heated and ventilated seats, dual-zone temperature control, and a heated steering wheel, not to mention a loading space of 690 to 1360 liters, depending on the position of the seats.
Technologies Onboard
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Wireless phone charging
- A 12.3-inch touchscreen
- Driver attention loss alert
- Frontal collision avoidance
- Safe exit assist
- Etc.
The Kia EV6 has a base price range of $59,162 to $66,162 for the 2024 model year; prices for 2025 will be announced shortly.
Kia EV9 Electric
The first all-electric model at Kia offering 3 rows of seats, the EV9 is perfectly suited for today's families looking for a spacious electric SUV that can accommodate up to 7 occupants for the propulsion models, and 6 people for the versions equipped with an all-wheel drive system.
Just like the EV6, the Kia EV9 has won several distinctions, including the Utility Vehicle of the Year 2024 award, given by NACTOY (North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year).
The price range for the 2025 EV9 is established as follows:
- Light, RWD: $63,162
- Wind, RWD: $66,162
- Land, all-wheel drive: $68,162
- Land Plus: $73,162
- Land Premium: $78,162
The 2025 EV9 is characterized by its unique light signature composed of cubic optics giving a striking look to the headlights; moreover, you can choose between 5 distinct lighting patterns on the Land Premium and GT-Line models. Note also the wheels from 19 to 21 inches as well as a wide choice of body colors, namely:
- Snow White Pearl
- Panthera Metal
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Flare Red
- Pebble Gray
- Ivory Silver
- Ocean Blue
- Iceberg Green
Inside, you will find reclining relaxation seats in the first two rows, on all versions; heated and ventilated front seats, synthetic leather-wrapped steering wheel (and heated on all models except entry-level), three-zone climate control and an electrochromic rear-view mirror are just a few of the standard interior features.
Moreover, depending on the model, you may also find, among others:
- Front seats with position memory
- Ventilated seats at the 2nd row
- An illuminated Kia logo on the steering wheel
- Ambient lighting
- And more.
All versions of the EV9 are equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor, with a power of:
- 215 hp (Light)
- 201 hp (Wind)
- 379 hp (Land)
The Kia EV9 is also equipped with a 99.8 kWh lithium-ion battery (76.1 kWh for the Light version), which allows offering the following range:
- Light: 370 km
- Wind: 489 km
- Land and Land Premium: 451 km
- GT-Line: 435 km
Quickly rechargeable, it will only take you 24 minutes on a level 3 charger to recover 80% of the range, and between 6 h 45 and 8 h 45 with a 240V charger (level 2).
Technologies Onboard
- 3-inch multimedia screen with navigator
- A 12.3-inch dashboard
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Kia Connect system
- 6 fast-charging USB ports
- Wireless phone charging
- Assisted driving on the highway
- Rear occupant alert
- Blind-spot collision alert
- And more.
Kia Niro Electric
The price and specs for the 2024 Kia Niro were appealing, and it will be the same for 2025! Indeed, with 3 models offered at a base price of $48,562 to $56,562, the Niro also stands out by offering not only 100% electric versions but also hybrid and plug-in hybrid models!
Once again, depending on the model, a wide choice of body colors is available, namely:
- Snow White Pearl
- Aurora Black
- Steel Grey
- Cityscape Green
- Interstellar Grey
- Mineral Blue
- Runway Red
- Snow White Pearl (Grey Pillar)
The interior colors and materials are charcoal black cloth for the base version, charcoal black cloth and synthetic leather combination for the intermediate model, and charcoal black synthetic leather for the top version.
Standard on the Niro are 17-inch wheels, heated exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals, dark tinted rear windows, and, on the top models, the following features:
- Intelligent tailgate opening
- LED front and rear optics
- A sunroof
- And more.
All 2025 Kia Niro EVs have a permanent magnet synchronous motor, which generates 201 horsepower, and are equipped with front-wheel drive. Note that towing is not recommended with this Kia electric SUV.
As for the range, it is 407 kilometers for the 3 versions; it will take you between 45 and 65 minutes to fully recharge your Niro using a level 3 charger, and between 6 and 9 hours on a level 2 charger.
Technologies Onboard
- A 10.25-inch touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- A navigation system
- Wireless phone charging
- USB ports
- Head-up display
- Rear occupant alert
- Assisted driving on the highway
- Front collision alert
- Intelligent cruise control
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Let's now take a look at the Kia hybrid and plug-in hybrid SUVs, including the Niro HEV and PHEV.
Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid Kia SUVs
The main differences between Kia's hybrid and plug-in hybrid models are found under the hood, specifically that plug-in hybrids can be externally charged, unlike their purely hybrid counterparts.
Kia Niro Hybrid HEV and PHEV
The Niro offers excellent value with a price range from CAD $33,462 to $42,162 for the hybrid HEV models, and starting at CAD $41,262 for the 2024 plug-in hybrid (PHEV).
Under the hood, the hybrid versions boast a 139 horsepower engine, while the plug-in hybrid version offers a robust 180 horsepower. The latter can be connected to a Level 2 charging station, taking just under 3 hours to fully charge its battery.
It's also worth noting that the Niro PHEV has an all-electric range of 55 kilometers.
A variety of body colors are available for both the Niro HEV and PHEV, including:
- Snow White Pearl
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Steel Gray
- Runway Red
- Interstellar Grey
- Mineral Blue
- Cityscape Green
- Cityscape Green - Gloss Black Pillar (HEV SX only)
There are also options for 16 or 18-inch wheels, depending on the selected trim. Inside, the base trim features fabric upholstery, while a mix of fabric and synthetic leather adorns the mid-range models; synthetic leather seats are fitted in the top trim. Additionally, heated front seats come standard and are also ventilated in the top trim. Features may include air conditioning, a heated steering wheel, electric adjustable seats with memory function, depending on the model.
Embedded Technologies
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Wireless charging
- 25-inch touchscreen
- Harman Kardon sound system
- Frontal collision avoidance
- Head-up display
- Lane-keeping assist
- Rear occupant alert
- Front and rear parking sensors
- And more.