In recent years, Kia has been working hard to develop new electric vehicle (EV) technologies and battery production facilities. Three of the new Kia lineups are now available near College Station at Sterling Kia—we are talking about all-electric models in addition to the hybrid versions of the Kia Niro, Sportage, and Sorento. With this in mind, here are the new Kia EV models you can test drive or reserve today:
Kia Niro EV
All the current Kia EVs are crossovers that are still in their first generation. The Niro EV went through a limited release in 2019; since then, it has gone through a mid-cycle refresh that makes it far more appealing than its gasoline and hybrid cousins. This compact crossover is perfect for daily driving around Brenham, thanks to its 253-mile battery range and impressive cargo space. The Niro EV provides a practical electric driving experience for commuting and running errands.
The 201 horsepower and 188 pound-feet of torque of the Niro EV are complemented by front-wheel drive governed by a direct-drive transmission with descent control. As with the rest of the Kia EVs, the Niro gets a more comprehensive suite of driver-assistance features ranging from emergency braking to lane departure warnings and cross-traffic alerts to automatic headlights.
Kia EV6
This midsize crossover is Kia's current flagship EV model, and it is perfect for Huntsville area drivers who enjoy touring performance. The Kia EV6 GT won the World Performance Car when it was released a couple of years ago, and it has been impressing fans of street performance vehicles since then. With the Kia EV6 base trim level, you can launch from zero to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds; with the EV6 GT, you get track speeds of 3.8 seconds thanks to a powertrain system that can generate a combined 573 horsepower, which is the kind of performance commonly associated with supercars.
Beyond its impressive performance, the new EV6 offers the kind of practical functionality and comfort you can expect from a modern crossover. You and four adult passengers can enjoy plenty of legroom in a stylish cabin with retro-futuristic design elements. This model is packed with technology features not found in gasoline Kia models, and the rear cargo space can expand from 22.8 to 63.7 cubic feet when the seats are folded down. You can also tow loads up to 1,653 pounds when the EV6 is equipped with an all-wheel drive system.
The All-New Kia EV9
Here we have Kia's next flagship EV for Bryan area car buyers looking to elevate their full-size SUV experience. The Kia EV9 is a capable full-size crossover with an impressive array of upscale features, already making it a leading model in the luxury SUV market segment. If you need a three-row SUV that excels in terms of acceleration, handling, and overall EV comfort, this is a model you should strongly consider.
When the Kia EV9 is fully charged, you can get a driving range of up to 300 miles when the drive-select system is set to economy mode. As can be expected from a luxury crossover, the EV9 can be plugged into DC fast-charging stations where the battery can go from 10% to 80% in just 25 minutes. All EV9 trim levels are configured with all-wheel drive, so you can tow loads up to 5,000 pounds.
Ready to join the electric driving revolution around College Station? Contact the team at Sterling Kia with questions about our new Kia EV models, or stop by our lot today and take a test drive.