# Kia electric cars

Every Kia electric car sold in the US, with the official EPA figures.

- **Models:** 4
- **Hybrid options:** 1
- **Electric options:** 4

## Quick answer

Kia sells 4 electric cars in the US for 2026: Niro, EV3, EV6 and EV9. The longest-range EV is the EV3 at up to 321 miles.

## Every Kia electric 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 |
| EV3 | Small SUV | Electric | AWD, FWD | 103-117 MPGe | 321 mi | $650-$750 | 2027-present |
| [EV6](/vehicles/kia-ev6) | Small SUV | Electric | AWD, RWD | 83-115 MPGe | 319 mi | $650-$900 | 2022-present |
| [EV9](/vehicles/kia-ev9) | Midsize/large SUV | Electric | AWD, RWD | 78-89 MPGe | 305 mi | $850-$950 | 2024-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 electric 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.

**EV3.** The 2027 EV3 is an electric small SUV with AWD or FWD. It reaches up to 321 miles of EPA range and takes about 8.8 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger. EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $650-$750. It has been in the EPA data since 2027.

**[EV6](/vehicles/kia-ev6).** The 2026 EV6 is an electric small SUV with AWD or RWD. It reaches up to 319 miles of EPA range and takes about 9.0 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger. EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $650-$900. It has been in the EPA data since 2022.

**[EV9](/vehicles/kia-ev9).** The 2026 EV9 is an electric midsize/large SUV with AWD or RWD. It reaches up to 305 miles of EPA range and takes about 10.7 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger. EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $850-$950. It has been in the EPA data since 2024.

## Which Kia electric car is cheapest to run?

1. **EV3:** $650-$750 a year in fuel (103-117 MPGe)
2. **EV6:** $650-$900 a year in fuel (83-115 MPGe)
3. **Niro:** $700-$1,400 a year in fuel (48-53 mpg - 113 MPGe)
4. **EV9:** $850-$950 a year in fuel (78-89 MPGe)

EPA annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year, 55% city and 45% highway, at national average fuel and electricity prices.

## Kia electric cars from smallest to largest

1. **Small SUV:** EV3, EV6
2. **Midsize/large SUV:** EV9

## Frequently asked questions

### How many electric cars does Kia make?

Kia sells 4 electric cars in the US for the 2026 model year: Niro, EV3, EV6 and EV9.

### What is the most efficient Kia EV?

The Kia EV3, rated up to 117 MPGe combined by the EPA. Higher MPGe means less electricity per mile, so lower charging costs.

### Which Kia EV has the longest range?

The Kia EV3, with an EPA-estimated range of up to 321 miles on a full charge.

### Which Kia electric car is cheapest to run?

The Kia EV3, with an EPA annual fuel cost from $650, 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 electric cars have all-wheel drive?

3 of 4 current Kia electric cars offer all- or four-wheel drive: EV3, EV6 and EV9. AWD usually costs 1-3 mpg against the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

## Other Kia lineups

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- [Kia hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/hybrids)
- [Kia SUVs](https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/suvs)

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Source page: https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/electric
Updated: 2026-11-03
General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.
