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Kia EV Sales Rise in USA

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EVRoutes Team

EV Content Writer

Like its close cousin Hyundai, Kia didn’t get the memo that electric vehicle sales are supposed to be dropping in the United States

What's Happening

In the month of May, the Kia EV6 did see a slight decline year over year, dropping 13% from 801 in May 2025 to 708 in May.

Why This Matters for EV Owners

The Bigger Picture

This development reflects broader shifts in the European EV market as charging infrastructure expands and new models enter the market..

EV Comparison: How Do These Models Stack Up?

Among these models, the Kia EV6 Long Range leads in efficiency at 16.5 kWh/100km, while the Kia EV6 Long Range offers the longest range at 528 km WLTP.

ModelBatteryWLTP RangeEfficiency
Hyundai IONIQ 5 Long Range77 kWh507 km16.8 kWh/100km
Kia EV6 Long Range77 kWh528 km16.5 kWh/100km

Data sourced from EVRoutes' vehicle database covering 60+ EV models. Ranges are WLTP-rated and real-world results may vary by 10-20% based on driving conditions.

What to Watch Next

As the EV landscape continues to evolve, developments like this shape the transition to electric mobility across Europe..

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