# Kia cars Every Kia car sold in the US, with the official EPA figures. - **Models:** 3 - **Hybrid options:** 1 - **Electric options:** 1 ## Quick answer Kia sells 3 cars in the US for 2026: Niro, K4 and K5. The most fuel-efficient is the Niro at up to 53 mpg combined. The longest-range EV is the Niro at up to 253 miles. ## Every Kia car compared | Model | Size class | Powertrains | Drive | Fuel economy | EV range | Fuel cost / year | Years | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Niro](/vehicles/kia-niro) | -- | Electric, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | FWD | 48-53 mpg - 113 MPGe | 253 mi | $700-$1,400 | 2017-present | | [K4](/vehicles/kia-k4) | Midsize car | Gas | FWD | 28-33 mpg | -- | $2,050-$2,400 | 2025-present | | [K5](/vehicles/kia-k5) | Large car | Gas | AWD, FWD | 27-30 mpg | -- | $2,250-$2,500 | 2021-present | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Models, size classes, powertrains, drivetrains, mpg and range from the EPA/DOE fueleconomy.gov dataset (model years 2021-2027). Heavy-duty pickups are exempt from EPA labels and are listed by hand. ## Kia cars, model by model **[Niro](/vehicles/kia-niro).** The 2027 Niro is a vehicle offered with 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid, in FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 53 mpg city and 46 highway (50 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $700-$1,400. It has been in the EPA data since 2017. **[K4](/vehicles/kia-k4).** The 2027 K4 is a midsize car offered with 2.0L 4-cyl or 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, in FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 29 mpg city and 39 highway (33 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,050-$2,400. It has been in the EPA data since 2025. **[K5](/vehicles/kia-k5).** The 2027 K5 is a large car offered with 2.5L 4-cyl turbo or 2.5L 4-cyl, in AWD or FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 26 mpg city and 37 highway (30 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,250-$2,500. It has been in the EPA data since 2021. ## Which Kia car is cheapest to run? 1. **Niro:** $700-$1,400 a year in fuel (48-53 mpg - 113 MPGe) 2. **K4:** $2,050-$2,400 a year in fuel (28-33 mpg) 3. **K5:** $2,250-$2,500 a year in fuel (27-30 mpg) EPA annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year, 55% city and 45% highway, at national average fuel and electricity prices. ## Kia cars from smallest to largest 1. **Midsize car:** K4 2. **Large car:** K5 ## Recently discontinued Kia cars | Model | Size class | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Years | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Soul](/vehicles/kia-soul) | Small wagon | Gas | 30-31 mpg | 2015-2025 | | [Forte](/vehicles/kia-forte) | Midsize car | Gas | 26-34 mpg | 2015-2024 | | [Rio](/vehicles/kia-rio) | Compact car | Gas | 36 mpg | 2015-2023 | | [Stinger](/vehicles/kia-stinger) | Midsize car | Gas | 20-25 mpg | 2018-2023 | ## Frequently asked questions ### How many cars does Kia make? Kia sells 3 cars in the US for the 2026 model year: Niro, K4 and K5. Recently discontinued: Soul (last 2025), Forte (last 2024), Rio (last 2023) and Stinger (last 2023). ### What is the most fuel-efficient Kia car? The Kia Niro has the highest EPA rating in the 2026 lineup, up to 53 mpg combined as a hybrid. Ratings depend on engine and drivetrain. ### Does Kia make a hybrid car? Yes: the Niro (hybrid and plug-in hybrid). ### Does Kia make an electric car? Yes: the Niro (up to 253 miles of range). ### Which Kia car has the longest range? The Kia Niro, with an EPA-estimated range of up to 253 miles on a full charge. ### Which Kia car is cheapest to run? The Kia Niro, with an EPA annual fuel cost from $700, based on 15,000 miles a year at national average prices. Charging at home on a cheap overnight rate can cut that further. ### Which Kia cars have all-wheel drive? 1 of 3 current Kia cars offer all- or four-wheel drive: K5. AWD usually costs 1-3 mpg against the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine. ### What is the smallest Kia car? By EPA size class, the smallest current Kia cars are the Niro (), and the largest are the K5. EPA classes go by interior volume or weight rating, not exact length. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## Other Kia lineups - [Kia electric cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/electric) - [Kia hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/hybrids) - [Kia SUVs](https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/suvs) ## Cars from other makes - [Acura cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/acura/cars) - [Audi cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/audi/cars) - [BMW cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/bmw/cars) - [Chevrolet cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/chevrolet/cars) - [Honda cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/honda/cars) - [Hyundai cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/hyundai/cars) - [Lexus cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/lexus/cars) - [Mazda cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/mazda/cars) - [Mercedes-Benz cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/mercedes-benz/cars) - [Mini cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/mini/cars) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/cars Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.