Kia SUV Models | 2023 and 2024 Models From Kia's Lineup of SUVs

The Kia SUV lineup is the largest within the automaker’s portfolio, which makes sense considering the popularly of these types of vehicles in the US. The range includes small and full-size models, and even some with third row seating.

List of Kia Crossover and SUV Models

This is a list of the Kia SUV and crossover models for sale in the USA:

Model	Power	Engine	Base Price
Kia Borrego	276 hp	3.8L V6 Gas	$26,245
Kia EV5	TBC	TBC	TBC
Kia EV6	225 hp	Electric	$42,600
Kia EV9	TBC	TBC	TBC
Kia Niro	139 hp	1.6L Inline-4 Hybrid	$26,590
Kia Seltos	146 hp	2.0L Inline-4 Gas	$22,840
Kia Sorento	191 hp	2.5L Inline-4 Gas	$30,090
Kia Soul	147 hp	2.0L Inline-4 Gas	$19,890
Kia Sportage	187 hp	2.5L Inline-4 Gas	$26,290
Kia Telluride	291 hp	3.8L V6 Gas	$35,990

What to Consider When Buying a New Kia SUV or Crossover

You are not strapped for options when shopping for an SUV or crossover in America, but what sets new Kia SUVs apart from other cars in the segment?

Pros

Comfortable and practical daily drivers
Well-appointed interiors with decent quality
Top-notch build, reliability, and safety standards
Gas, hybrid, and electric powertrain options
Each is relatively affordable in its respective classification

Cons

Overall performance is bland and acceleration sluggish
Many desirable features are locked behind a paywall
No genuine 4x4 off-road types of Kia SUVs
No V8-powered, capable workhorse variants

FAQs

What is the price of the best Kia SUV?

In terms of which models are the best, it’s a toss up between the Sorento and the Telluride, but each appeals to a different audience. The Sorento will cost around $30,000, while the Teullride starts about $5k higher.

What Kia SUVs come with a 3rd row of seats?

Both the Sorento and Telluride are offered with 7- or 8-seater configurations. However, the latter is larger and can more easily accommodate so many passengers in comfort.

Which Kia SUV has the best towing capacity?

Unsurprisingly, the Sorento and the Telluride are able to pull the heaviest loads, each with a max capacity of 5,000 pounds.

Which Kia SUV offers the best gas mileage?

The new electric models are easily the most economical, with the EV6 returning 117 mpg equivalent mileage. Opting for one of the AWD setups will result in lower figures.

Are there any new Kia SUV models?

Most of the newer models are electrified SUVs, which Kia already offers is a number of sizes and specs. Some even encroach on the luxury segment in terms of quality and features.