As of today, you will find 11 different Kia models in the US line-up, with 2 cars, 6 SUV’s and crossovers, 1 minivan and 2 electric vehicles to choose from.
This is a far cry from the early days. Back in 1992, when Kia first arrived on the US market, they had a single entry, a compact sedan named the Sephia. The Sportage SUV followed soon after.
The level of growth for Kia since then has been huge, with new and refreshed models added to expand the available range in the US.
The current market trend is leaning towards crossovers and SUVs, which is why Kia are paying a lot of attention to that segment, while still maintaining vehicles across all categories.
There are a lot of different Kia vehicles to choose from, so let’s break the Kia US line-up down by segment, as we believe this will help you make a better decision when it comes time to buy a new car.
Kia SUV & crossover models in 2024
There are 6 Kia SUV and crossover models on sale in the US-market in 2024.
Those are the boxy Kia Soul with funky exterior design, Niro crossover (available as hybrid, PHEV and EV), Seltos compact SUV, fully-redesigned Sportage SUV, Sorento 7-seater SUV and the range-topping Telluride large SUV.
The Niro, Sportage and Sorento are, starting from the 2024 model year, also available as hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles with improved fuel economy!
TheKEEA.com provides a ton of information about each of these cool-looking Kia SUV models, so make sure to continue your research here.
Kia 4-door sedans in 2023
Consumers in US have a choice 2 different Kia sedans, starting with the entry level K4-4-door sedan and the K5 midsize sedan.
There have also been some major changes implemented among the Kia sedan offerings. The previously available Stinger sports sedan has been excluded from the Kia model range in US.
The long-running Kia Rio as well as the Kia Cadenza and K900 luxury cars have also been axed from the US Kia range for the 2023 model year.
- Kia Optima has been replaced with the brand-new Kia K5 4-door sedan, which now also comes available with all-wheel-drive (AWD).
- Kia Forte has been replaced with the all-new Kia K4 compact sedan
Kia minivan in 2024
Folks looking for a big people mover can also buy a Kia minivan in US.
Previously known as Sedona, the vehicle has gotten a new name, following a total makeover for the 2025 model year.
Called Kia Carnival, the spacious minivan now features a more rugged, boxy and “SUVish” exterior design, while still offering seating for 7 or 8 people. For the first time ever, the all-new Kia Carnival van comes available with hybrid drivetrain and improved mpg figures.
Perfect Kia vehicle for families!
Kia hybrid & plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models
Kia US eco car line up consists of 4 different hybrid cars and 3 different plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Those include the well known Niro hybrid and Niro plug-in hybrid crossovers.
Also available in 2024 are the Kia Sorento hybrid and Sorento plug-in hybrid (PHEV), as well as the smaller Sportage hybrid and Sportage plug-in hybrid (PHEV).
Additionaly, new in the 2024 is the Kia Carnival MPV hybrid.
Browse through the pages of theKEEA.com blog to learn more about these exciting new Kia SUV model offering that boast a vastly improved fuel mileage.
Kia EV models of 2024
If it’s electric cars that you’ve been looking for, there’s a choice of 3 different Kia EVs in the U.S. Those are the recently refreshed Kia EV6, Kia EV9 large SUV and Niro EV.
All three all-electric Kia models offer above average, all electric driving range, quick charging and boast attractive exterior designs. Find more details about Kia electric cars in our Kia EV news category.
- The long-awaited Kia Soul EV has been put on hold for several times by now. We believe that it may not be reaching US soil at all.
Kia pick-up truck coming in 2024?
At this point there’s no Kia pick-up truck on sale in US, but this may change soon!
Latest rumors suggest that Kia may launch not one, but two pick-up trucks in the United States. One will be powered by a gasoline engine, while the second one is going to be all-electric. First spy shots of the Kia electric pick-up truck have already been posted online.
When will Kia release the pick-up trucks in US? Don’t expect the models to reach the US Kia dealerships prior to 2025, though!
5 reasons why Kia vehicles 2024 (model year) are a good choice for buyers
- Eye-catching exterior and interior designs
- TOP quality
- Innovative powertrain technologies (gasoline, hybrid & all-electric)
- State-of-the-art safety features
- Environmentally friendly
Kia Motors, the Korean second largest carmaker, have been able to escape the shackles of being a bargain brand to quickly become one that is viewed as a company that delivers quality vehicles, stunning design, and a list of standard features that goes above and beyond what you would expect from their price points.
Most consumers think they know what to expect from new Kia automobiles in 2024, but once they get behind the wheel of their vehicles, they see their expectations have been far exceeded!
Kia is a car company that looks set to keep the surprises coming for many more years, which is why we have created this automotive news blog.
You can use the information we provide to learn more about the new 2024 Kia models, currently on the way, or you can use it to help you decide over your next car purchase.