All 13 Kia Models On Sale In U.S. (Updated For 2023)

As of today, you will find 13 different Kia models in the US line-up, with 6 cars, 6 SUV’s and crossovers, and 1 minivan 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 2023

There are 6 Kia SUV and crossover models on sale in the US-market in 2023.

Those are the funky Soul with boxy exterior design, Niro EV (plus hybrid & PHEV variants), Seltos compact SUV, fully redesigned Sportage, Sorento mid-size SUV and the range-topping Telluride 8-seater SUV.

The Niro, Sportage and Sorento are, starting from the 2023 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 4 different Kia sedans, starting with the entry level Rio 4-door, Forte compact sedan, K5 midsize sedan and the range-topping Stinger sports sedan.

The long-running Kia Cadenza and K900 luxury cars have 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 5-door hatchbacks in 2023

Kia used to offer a pair of practical 5-door hatchbacks for a very long time in its US vehicle model range.

Those were the the Rio 5-door and Forte 5-door hatchbacks. While the Rio 5 still exists and represents the carmaker’s affordable entry level offering in US, the Forte 5 has been discontinued from the line-up.

Kia minivan in 2023

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 2023 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. Perfect Kia vehicle for families!

Kia Carnival – 7 passenger minivan

Kia hybrid & plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models

Kia US eco car line up consists of 3 different hybrid cars and 3 different plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Those include the well known Niro hybrid and Niro plug-in hybrid crossovers.

Available for the first time in 2023 are the Kia Sorento hybrid and Sorento plug-in hybrid (PHEV), as well as the Sportage hybrid and Sportage plug-in hybrid (PHEV).

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 2023

If it’s electric cars that you’ve been looking for, there’s a choice of two different Kia EVs in the U.S. Those are the brand-new Kia EV6 and Kia Niro EV.

Both models offer above average, all electric driving range and boast attractive styling. 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 2023?

At this point there’s no Kia pick-up truck available in US, but this may change soon!

Latest rumors suggest that Kia may, jointly with parent Hyundai, launch a compact pick-up in the United States. Don’t expect the model to reach the US dealerships prior to 2023, though!

5 reasons why Kia vehicles 2023 (model year) are a good choice

  1. Great design
  2. TOP quality
  3. Innovative powertrain technologies
  4. State-of-the-art safety features
  5. 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 2023, 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 2023 Kia models, currently on the way, or you can use it to help you decide over your next car purchase.

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