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Easy Electric Car charging with Impressive range

We're committed to a brighter future that sees lower carbon emissions. Part of that means we've made it as simple as possible to charge your Kia with easy-to-use Electric Car Chargers – whether you're at home, or out and about.

Electric Car chargers for your Kia

A simple guide to charging your Electric or Plug-in Hybrid Car.

A Kia Electric car charging at home via an Electric car charger installed at home

Charging your Electric Car at home


Inspirational journeys — all powered from a wallbox charger at home. It's the simplist, most convenient and cost effective way of charging your Kia Car.

A Kia Electric car charging on the road with an Ionity Power ultra-fast electric car charger

Charging your Electric Car on the road


Electric Car charging on the go has never been easier. The Kia Charge app provides access to the largest number of public charging networks in the UK and Europe. What's more, it gives you access to exceptional value and ultra-fast charging through its Ionity Power bolt-on subscription.
Kia Electric car with impressive battery range

Battery Range


Whether you choose from one of our plug-in hybrid or Electric Cars , our vehicles allow you to travel short and long distance without worries. Find out how far your battery will take you.

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Need to know more about Electric Car charging?

What is the overall cost of running an electric car? What is the overall cost of running an electric car?

 

 

The cost of running an electric car depends on each model and its own efficiency level. <a href="https://www.kia.com/uk/electric-hybrid-cars/electric-cars/">Electric cars</a> can benefit from a range of savings - for instance on access to city centres like Central London, or on parking. Their cost of electricity should also come out lower than fuel providing you have the right home energy tariff and take care to charge at affordable public stations.

How long does an electric car take to charge and what factors affect this? How long does an electric car take to charge and what factors affect this?

 

 

How long does it take to charge an electric car? Electric Car charging times mostly depend on the model and the type of Electric Car charger used, but additional factors can also affect charging times. If weather conditions are extra hot or cold, it can alter the speed at which the battery charges. 

What is an electric car's longest range? What is an electric car's longest range?

 

 

Your electric car range depends on the model you go for. We supply a combined Worldwide Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) for each of our electric vehicles. This gives an indication of range but lots of real-time factors will have an influence like the outside temperate, the type of road, the use of onboard comforts like air conditioning or electronic devices and - last but not least - your type of driving.

How long do batteries last in electric cars after a single charge? How long do batteries last in electric cars after a single charge?

 

 

The average electric car range after a single charge is between 100 and 300 miles, which is dependent on the make and model. Generally, most electric vehicles have an average driving range of 170 miles. Find the overall cost of running an electric car here.

 

 

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Legal Disclaimer

 

7 Year Warranty

Kia high voltage lithium ion battery-units in electric vehicles (EV), hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) are built to have a long life. These batteries are covered by the Kia warranty for a period of 7 years from initial registration or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. For low voltage batteries (48V and 12V) in mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV), the Kia warranty covers a period of 2 years from initial registration regardless of mileage. For EVs and PHEVs only, Kia guarantees a 70% capacity of the battery. Capacity reduction of the battery in HEV and MHEV is not covered by the warranty. To minimize possible capacity reduction, consult the owner's manual. Kia warranty covers a period of 7 years from initial registration or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.  Deviations according to the valid guarantee conditions, e.g. for battery, paint and equipment, subject to local terms and conditions. For full Kia warranty terms and exclusions click here

Actual charging speed & charging time may be influenced by the battery temperature and exterior weather conditions.

Battery range figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are tested using WLTP. Only compare fuel consumption, CO2 and electric range figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. For more information about WLTP please visit https://www.kia.com/uk/new-cars/emissions