# Kia hybrids Every Kia hybrid sold in the US, with the official EPA figures. - **Models:** 5 - **Hybrid options:** 5 - **Electric options:** 1 ## Quick answer Kia sells 5 hybrids in the US for 2026: Carnival, Niro, Sorento, Sportage and Telluride. 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 hybrid compared | Model | Size class | Powertrains | Drive | Fuel economy | EV range | Fuel cost / year | Years | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Carnival](/vehicles/kia-carnival) | Minivan - | Gas, Hybrid | FWD | 21-33 mpg | -- | $2,050-$3,200 | 2022-present | | [Niro](/vehicles/kia-niro) | -- | Electric, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | FWD | 48-53 mpg - 113 MPGe | 253 mi | $700-$1,400 | 2017-present | | [Sorento](/vehicles/kia-sorento) | Small SUV | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | AWD, FWD | 23-37 mpg | -- | $1,800-$2,900 | 2015-present | | [Sportage](/vehicles/kia-sportage) | Small SUV | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | AWD, FWD | 24-42 mpg | -- | $1,600-$2,800 | 2015-present | | [Telluride](/vehicles/kia-telluride) | Midsize/large SUV | Gas, Hybrid | AWD, FWD | 19-35 mpg | -- | $1,900-$3,550 | 2020-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 hybrids, model by model **[Carnival](/vehicles/kia-carnival).** The 2027 Carnival is a minivan - offered with 3.5L V6 or 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, in FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 34 mpg city and 32 highway (33 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,050-$3,200. It has been in the EPA data since 2022. **[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. **[Sorento](/vehicles/kia-sorento).** The 2027 Sorento is a small SUV offered with 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 2.5L 4-cyl or 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, in AWD or FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 37 mpg city and 36 highway (37 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $1,800-$2,900. It has been in the EPA data since 2015. **[Sportage](/vehicles/kia-sportage).** The 2027 Sportage is a small SUV offered with 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 2.5L 4-cyl or 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid, in AWD or FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 40 mpg city and 42 highway (41 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $1,600-$2,800. It has been in the EPA data since 2015. **[Telluride](/vehicles/kia-telluride).** The 2027 Telluride is a midsize/large SUV offered with 2.5L 4-cyl turbo or 2.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, in AWD or FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 34 mpg city and 36 highway (35 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $1,900-$3,550. It has been in the EPA data since 2020. ## Which Kia hybrid is cheapest to run? 1. **Niro:** $700-$1,400 a year in fuel (48-53 mpg - 113 MPGe) 2. **Sportage:** $1,600-$2,800 a year in fuel (24-42 mpg) 3. **Sorento:** $1,800-$2,900 a year in fuel (23-37 mpg) 4. **Telluride:** $1,900-$3,550 a year in fuel (19-35 mpg) 5. **Carnival:** $2,050-$3,200 a year in fuel (21-33 mpg) EPA annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year, 55% city and 45% highway, at national average fuel and electricity prices. ## Kia hybrids from smallest to largest 1. **Minivan -:** Carnival 2. **Small SUV:** Sorento, Sportage 3. **Midsize/large SUV:** Telluride ## Frequently asked questions ### How many hybrids does Kia make? Kia sells 5 hybrids in the US for the 2026 model year: Carnival, Niro, Sorento, Sportage and Telluride. ### What is the most fuel-efficient Kia hybrid? 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 an electric car? Yes: the Niro (up to 253 miles of range). ### Which Kia hybrid has the longest range? The Kia Niro, with an EPA-estimated range of up to 253 miles on a full charge. ### Which Kia hybrid 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 hybrids have all-wheel drive? 3 of 5 current Kia hybrids offer all- or four-wheel drive: Sorento, Sportage and Telluride. 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 - [Kia cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/cars) - [Kia electric cars](https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/electric) - [Kia SUVs](https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/suvs) ## Hybrids from other makes - [Audi hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/audi/hybrids) - [BMW hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/bmw/hybrids) - [Honda hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/honda/hybrids) - [Hyundai hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/hyundai/hybrids) - [Lexus hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/lexus/hybrids) - [Mercedes-Benz hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/mercedes-benz/hybrids) - [Toyota hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/toyota/hybrids) - [Volvo hybrids](https://diagxcar.com/makes/volvo/hybrids) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/makes/kia/hybrids Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.