TAKE THE LEAD. DRIVE ELECTRIC.
There are a range of Electric, Plug-In Hybrid and Self-Charging Hybrid vehicles available at Stockton Kia, including the EV3, EV6, EV9 , Niro EV, Sportage PHEV, HEV, MHEV and more.
Since launching our first Soul EV in 2014 to winning UK Car of the Year 2025 for the EV3, we haven’t stopped expanding our range of electric vehicles. Now, with our exciting and comprehensive EV range, Kia is one of the most industry-leading electric car brands around. The Kia EV6 and EV9, are both multi-award-winning models.
What is a Hybrid?
What is a Plug-In Hybrid?
What is an Electric Vehicle?
Our Kia Hybrid vehicles, or HEVs, have both a petrol engine and a small battery. The battery is said to be 'self-charging', meaning that it is usually replenished when decelerating.
Hybrid cars only function in full electric mode when stationary, at a low speed or when decelerating. At other times, the battery supports the combustion engine to get a greater fuel efficiently and reach a range similar to that of diesel or petrol cars.
Kia Plug-In Hybrid cars, or PHEVS, allow you to drive in electric mode on your short journeys, whilst alloying you to travel much further using both petrol and electricity.
They are fitted with a relatively large battery, which can be charged from an external source such as a home or public charging point.
When starting from a fully charged battery, Kia's PHEVs can run in fully electric mode for journeys of up to 40 miles (depending on the model). On longer journeys, they boast a range similar to that of a conventional car by using their engine and battery in tandem.
Kia's Electric cars, or EVs, run solely on electricity. This offers a quiet operation, zero tailgate emissions and a truly breath-taking experience.
Electric vehicle technology has come on leaps and bounds throughout their development. With technologies such as our e-GMP platform, EVs can go long distances and charge in a matter of minutes thanks to fast-expanding and easy-to-access network of public charging stations.
ELECTRIC CARS
How do Electric Cars work?
Pure EVs attract various tax benefits and exemptions, including a current Congestion Charge exemption for zero-emission vehicles until 2025. Find out more about electric car tax benefits. All electric cars, also known as Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), are powered by an electric motor and battery, with an external plug socket to charge the battery. All our electric cars can cover long distances with zero tailpipe emissions. Our EV6 can go up to 361 miles* (combined WLTP testing) on a single charge, while our newest electric car, the EV3 can travel up to 375* miles. All our electric vehicles can be charged from a home or public charge point using Type 2 and CCS standard sockets. At a rapid DC charging station, they will charge in less time than you need to take a break. For added efficiency, Kia electric cars also use regenerative braking, which allows them to funnel significant amounts of energy back to the battery through braking or deceleration.
*The range was determined according to the standardised EU measurement procedure (WLTP). The individual driving style and other factors, such as speed, outside temperature, topography and the use of electricity-consuming devices/units, have an influence on the real-life range and can possibly reduce it.
Benefits of Electric Cars
The emission-free driving Kia electric car range comes with a host of sustainable and money-saving advantages. Join the charge and enjoy the benefits of driving an electric car.
Optimal performance
All Kia EV cars deliver maximum torque immediately, so you get instant throttle response and brisk acceleration. Their low centre of gravity – thanks to the positioning of the battery – means you can also enjoy superior handling.
Electric only drive
Sound of silence? Not quite, but drive a Kia electric car – whether in town or on the motorway - and you’ll notice how relaxing and quiet it is. This also means far less noise pollution.
Long distance driving
Do you sometimes travel long distances? Whatever your lifestyle, electric vehicles are convenient for both short and long journeys. With Kia, you can enjoy an impressive electric range, as well as reliable and convenient public charging solutions with Kia Charge.
Emission-free
Driving electric is as rewarding as it is exciting. Our electric cars release no harmful tailpipe emissions, so you can enjoy the peace of mind of a more planet-friendly driving experience.
Tax benefits
Pure EVs attract various tax benefits and exemptions, including a current Congestion Charge exemption for zero-emission vehicles until 2025. Find out more about electric car tax benefits.
TEST DRIVE an Electric Vehicle with us at Stockton Kia!
Here at Stockton Kia, we have a range of Hybrid and Electric cars available for test drives TODAY!
We'd love to see you here at the showroom and hopefully find you your ideal new electric car! Just visit us at Preston Farm Industrial Estate, or call us on 01642 632299!