# Kia SUVs

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

- **Models:** 7
- **Hybrid options:** 3
- **Electric options:** 3

## Quick answer

Kia sells 7 SUVs in the US for 2026: EV3, EV6, Seltos, Sorento, Sportage, EV9 and Telluride. The most fuel-efficient is the Sportage at up to 42 mpg combined. The longest-range EV is the EV3 at up to 321 miles.

## Every Kia SUV compared

| Model | Size class | Powertrains | Drive | Fuel economy | EV range | Fuel cost / year | Years |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 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 |
| [Seltos](/vehicles/kia-seltos) | Small SUV | Gas | AWD, FWD | 25-30 mpg | -- | $2,250-$2,700 | 2021-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 |
| [EV9](/vehicles/kia-ev9) | Midsize/large SUV | Electric | AWD, RWD | 78-89 MPGe | 305 mi | $850-$950 | 2024-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 SUVs, model by model

**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.

**[Seltos](/vehicles/kia-seltos).** The 2027 Seltos is a small SUV offered with 2.0L 4-cyl or 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, in AWD or FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 28 mpg city and 33 highway (30 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,250-$2,700. It has been in the EPA data since 2021.

**[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.

**[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.

**[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 SUV 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. **EV9:** $850-$950 a year in fuel (78-89 MPGe)
4. **Sportage:** $1,600-$2,800 a year in fuel (24-42 mpg)
5. **Sorento:** $1,800-$2,900 a year in fuel (23-37 mpg)
6. **Telluride:** $1,900-$3,550 a year in fuel (19-35 mpg)
7. **Seltos:** $2,250-$2,700 a year in fuel (25-30 mpg)

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

## Kia SUVs from smallest to largest

1. **Small SUV:** EV3, EV6, Seltos, Sorento, Sportage
2. **Midsize/large SUV:** EV9, Telluride

## Frequently asked questions

### How many SUVs does Kia make?

Kia sells 7 SUVs in the US for the 2026 model year: EV3, EV6, Seltos, Sorento, Sportage, EV9 and Telluride.

### What is the most fuel-efficient Kia SUV?

The Kia Sportage has the highest EPA rating in the 2026 lineup, up to 42 mpg combined as a hybrid. Ratings depend on engine and drivetrain.

### Does Kia make a hybrid SUV?

Yes: the Sorento (hybrid and plug-in hybrid), the Sportage (hybrid and plug-in hybrid) and the Telluride.

### Does Kia make an electric SUV?

Yes: the EV3 (up to 321 miles of range), the EV6 (up to 319 miles of range) and the EV9 (up to 305 miles of range).

### Which Kia SUV has the longest range?

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

### Which Kia SUV 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 SUVs have all-wheel drive?

All 7 current Kia SUVs offer all- or four-wheel drive: EV3, EV6, Seltos, Sorento, Sportage, EV9 and Telluride. AWD usually costs 1-3 mpg against the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine.

### What is the smallest Kia SUV?

By EPA size class, the smallest current Kia SUVs are the EV3, EV6, Seltos, Sorento and Sportage (small SUV), and the largest are the EV9 and Telluride. EPA classes go by interior volume or weight rating, not exact length.

## Sources

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

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

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