Go electric your way

Kia EVs are equipped with numerous features to help you keep track of and manage your range. The Kia Access app is one great way to keep track on your phone. If your battery runs out, Kia’s 24-hour Roadside Assistance can transport you and your EV to the nearest charging station or Kia dealer.

With Kia EVs, braking can recapture otherwise-lost energy when you slow down. Whenever you decelerate or brake, the electric traction motor captures kinetic energy to recharge the battery. For added engagement, steering wheel mounted paddles allow the driver to adjust regenerative braking levels. You get to decide if you’d like to experience simplified one-pedal driving, or sail down the road to maintain maximum momentum.

Electric vehicle batteries are installed in EVs after passing severe safety verification tests such as crash test, watertight test, immersion test, and combustion test, and deemed safe thanks to its design, which protects the battery from physical shock. The Lithium-ion battery is combustible and can catch fire and it has power cells that can cause short-circuiting if it is damaged. However, lithium-ion batteries have a much lower risk of fire explosions than gasoline in conventional vehicles. To prevent external damage or short circuit, electric vehicle batteries are usually surrounded by a protective cooling shroud filled with coolant liquid. In addition, in spite of external cooling, all electric vehicles are installed in an array rather than one huge lithium-ion battery pack to prevent damage from malfunction.

EV range loss varies on factors such as, ambient temperature, driving style, pre-heated battery, etc. Cold temperatures can reduce battery efficiency and impact some EVs' features such as charging, heating the cabin, and regenerative braking. However, Kia EV batteries are brutally tested in extreme heat and cold, and the thermal management engineering developed for them is exceptional. Our system is very good at maintaining cell temperatures, while helping maximize all-electric range and cell life, and for enabling quicker charging speeds. In addition, Kia’s available heat pump is a leading heat management innovation that maximizes the distance that Kia EVs can travel on a single charge, scavenging waste heat to warm the cabin. These innovations mean that Kia EVs offer more consistent range in low temperatures, whereas other EVs have significant decline in the distance possible from a single charge.

Yes. Lithium-ion batteries used to power electric vehicles are potentially valuable as a source of recyclable metal according to the California Environmental Protection Agency.*

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* Source: https://calepa.ca.gov/lithium-ion-car-battery-recycling-advisory-group/.

Level 2 in-home chargers can be purchased online from our preferred partners. They require the same outlet type used by most electric dryers. Level 2 chargers provide around 25 miles of range per hour, but can go as high as 60 miles depending on the vehicle and equipment. Level 2 chargers need to be installed by a licensed electrician. In addition, depending on your living situation, you may need a permit or permission from local authorities, a homeowner’s association, or landlord. If the charger will be installed outside, get a charger that can be hardwired. We recommend that you start by hiring a licensed electrician to identify the ideal charger specifications for your home and vehicle. Then, after researching and selecting the right charger for you, have the licensed electrician install the new charger at your home. Visit qmerit.com/ev/kia for a list of experienced Home Charger electricians.

Charging stations can be located through the Kia Access app or the vehicle’s navigation system, if equipped. Also, to find charging stations near you or on your route, visit https://www.plugshare.com.

This depends on which kind of charger you'll be using. There are two types of residential chargers on the market. Depending on your car model, you’ll need to decide which charger works for your vehicle and your lifestyle. Level 1 works by plugging into a standard 110V wall outlet and doesn't require an electrician. Level 2 chargers require a 240-volt outlet, the same type as most electric clothes dryers. If you need a 240-volt outlet added to your home, you'll need to hire an electrician. Visit qmerit.com/ev/kia for a list of experienced Home Charger electricians.

We have teamed up with charging experts ChargePoint, Electrify America, Bosch, and Webasto to ensure that you can get high quality chargers for your Kia EV. ChargePoint Home Chargers can be purchased through the Kia dealer.

Charge time depends on key factors like the weight and size of the car, battery size and electric motor specification. Fully charging a vehicle can be done in just 30 minutes, or it may take as long as half a day. How big your battery is, or how fast your charging point is may change the time required. Different charger types affect charge time as well. A level 1 charger takes longer and works best when you charge overnight so you can alot the time it needs to get a full charge. Level 2 chargers are faster but require a 240-volt charger (the same type of outlet as a dryer).

Kia EVs offer Kia Connect, which can help you locate nearby charging stations. With the Kia Access app, you can find stations right from your smartphone, tablet, or desktop. You can also use sites like PlugShare and download their convenient app.

Yes, it’s safe. Once charging is completed, the charge cycle is automatically disengaged. However, when you’re charging at a public station, we recommend freeing up the space as a courtesy to other EV drivers.

Yes! The Kia Access app allows you to remotely control your electric vehicle from afar. Kia Connect seamlessly connects your compatible smartphone to your EV, giving you access to battery status, charging schedules, remote lock/unlock, remote climate control, 24-hour roadside assistance, and much more. Learn more at owners.kia.com.

Yes, some charging stations offer free EV charging. However, most public charging stations charge by the kilowatt-hour (kWh). Locate charging stations near you through the Kia Access app or the vehicle’s navigation system, if equipped. Also, to find charging stations near you or on your route, visit https://www.plugshare.com.

Yes, electric vehicles can be charged from home using a Level 1 or Level 2 charger. Level 1 EV chargers plug-in to a standard 110V wall outlet, but charge the vehicle at a slower rate. Level 2 chargers use a 240V outlet, like a dryer or electric oven. A home charger can be purchased through your local dealer and is available for installation at a residence by a licensed electrician.

'MPGe' stands for 'miles per gallon equivalent,' where one gallon of gasoline equates to 33.7 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity in terms of energy. Formulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), it is the standardized way to compare the energy efficiency of electric vehicles, plug-in electric vehicles, and hybrid vehicles to gas-powered vehicles. EPA numbers, e.g., MPGe and range, are based on data results from testing.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, charger costs for residential use vary from $700 to $900 for a Level 1 charger and $1,400 to $4,100 for a Level 2 charger.* A ChargePoint Level 2 Home Charger is available from your local Kia dealer at $699, plus the cost to install it in your residence by a certified electrician.

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* Charger costs will vary based on location, charging level, and type. For more information on chargers and charger installation, visit https://afdc.energy.gov/fuels/electricity_infrastructure_development.html.

There are three ways to charge up your EV that offer varying charging times*:

• Level 1 with a 120V charger, which is performed by plugging into a standard wall outlet, adds approximately 5 miles of range per 1 hour of charging (assumes 1.9 kW charging power).
• Level 2 with a 240V charger, which you may be able to install in your home or find at many public stations, adds approximately 25 miles of range per 1 hour of charging (assumes 6.6 kW charging power).
• A 480V DC Fast Charger, which are typically found in convenient locations along highways and densely populated areas, adds approximately 100 to 200+ miles of range per 30 minutes of charging, greatly reducing charging downtime (charging power varies by vehicle and battery state of charge).

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* Source: U.S Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center, https://afdc.energy.gov/fuels/electricity_infrastructure.html#level2.