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2023 Sportage Hybrid first drive

The 2023 Sportage Hybrid is arguably the best in the Sportage lineup. Starting at $36,000, $6,000 less than the plug-in hybrid, the 2023 Sportage Hybrid boasts top-in-class fuel efficiency of 42 mpg city and 227 horsepower. The SUV combines that amazing performance with an improved, spacious interior that features a 12-inch touchscreen and USB outlets on the back of the…

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2022 Best Hybrid SUVs

Autoblog released its list of the 12 best hybrid SUVs of 2022. The list is divided into four categories: small, midsized, luxury, and luxury plug-ins. Included in the small hybrid SUVs were the Honda CR-V, Kia Niro, Hyundai Tuscon, and the Toyota RAV4. Read more

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2023 Sportage to feature Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid powertrains

The 2023 Kia Sportage comes with both hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains. The hybrid version is powered by a 1.6 L turbocharged inline-4 engine and an electric motor with a 1.49-kWh battery pack. The PHEV version features the same inline-4 engine as the hybrid and an electric motor with a 13.8-kWh battery pack. The PHEV has an estimated electric range…

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Top ten SUV Plug-in Hybrid models

Autoguide recent list of top 10 SUVs is composed primarily of crossovers. Kira makes two appearances with the Niro PHEV and the Sorento PHEV. Jeep makes two appearances with the Cherokee 4xe and the Wrangler 4xe. And Hyundai’s Santa Fe PHEV and Tuscon PHEV are also featured on the list. Read more

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Kia rolls out full electric suite for 2023 Niro

Kia will be offering the 2023 Niro in hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric versions. Technical details on the vehicle aren’t available yet, but the 2023 Niro shares the same eco platform with the Hyundai Ioniq. The 2023 Niro is part of Kia’s plans to introduce 11 electric vehicles by 2025. Read more

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2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid available in 2022

Kia revealed the 2023 Sportage HEV at the LA Auto show last month. Powered by a turbocharged 1.6L inline-4 engine and 44lkW electric motor delivering 226 horsepower of output, the 2023 Sportage HEV is the most powerful Sportage yet. The SUV will go on sale next year, and customers will have three trims – the LX, EX, and SX-Prestige to…

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Lower Prices for the 2022 Kia Nio Hybrid and PHEV Models

The 2022 Kia Niro retains the same $25,865 base price tag as the 2021 model, but its highest trims, the Touring SE and the EX Premium come in at about $1,000 cheaper than the previous year’s. The vehicle is powered by a 1.6L four-cylinder engine and a 1.6kWh battery with a 43-hp electric motor and has a fuel efficiency rating…

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2022 Sorento adds a Plug-in Hybrid powertrain

The 2022 Sorento Hybrid is powered by a 1.6L turbocharged inline-4 engine and a 66.9 kW electric motor. The SUV delivers on fuel efficiency with a projected 79 MPGe. The Sorento’s cabin is very spacious, offering the most passenger room of any plug-in hybrid SUV. Customers will be able to choose between two trims: the SX and SX-P.Read more

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New Look for the 2023 Kia Sportage

Kia has redesigned the Sportage for the 2023 model year. On the exterior, the SUV features a clamshell hood with a full-width grille and matrix LED lights below. The interior is no slouch either and features a clean layout with a 12-inch infotainment display screen and a rotary dial for a gear selector. The car will be available in Europe…

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