Kia is betting big on new electric and hybrid vehicles to drive growth in 2026. Here’s what’s coming.
What new EVs and hybrids is Kia launching in 2026?
After another record-breaking year in 2025, Kia is upping the ante this year with new EVs and hybrid SUVs rolling out.
The South Korean automaker sold over 3.13 million vehicles last year, the most since it began selling cars over 80 years ago.
In 2026, Kia is aiming even higher. After releasing Q4 financial results on Wednesday, Kia set its 2026 global sales guidance at 3.35 million, roughly 7% more than last year. Despite other OEMs scaling back EV plans, Kia is doubling down on hybrid and electric vehicles this year.
In the US, Kia is focusing on new hybrid SUVs to gain market share, including the Seltos and Telluride, both of which will be available with a hybrid powertrain for the first time.
Despite the uncertainties in the US after the Trump administration killed off the $7,500 federal EV tax credit in September, Kia expects the new models to help drive growth.
Although those in the US will not see the EV4 or EV5 (at least, not anytime soon), Kia America’s marketing head, Russel Wager, told Car and Driver a few months ago that Kia is still planning to launch the smaller EV3 in the US at some point in 2026. The compact electric SUV is already one of the top-selling EVs in Europe, the UK, and other overseas markets.
The EV3 will add a smaller, more affordable electric option (if Kia decides to bring it to the US), joining the three-row EV9, Niro EV, and EV6 crossover SUV.
In Europe, Kia is going all in on EVs with a full lineup in 2026 that includes the EV3, EV4, EV5 (shown below on the left), EV6, and EV9. Kia’s new entry-level electric car, the EV2 (pictured below on the right), will join the lineup in early 2026.
Kia plans to “solidify its EV leadership in Europe,” with an electric vehicle in nearly every segment covering all price points.
Despite increased costs from US tariffs and intensifying competition, Kia said it will restore profitability and boost growth by increasing eco-friendly vehicle sales. We will learn more about Kia’s growth plans during its CEO Investor Day in April.
With new models arriving in 2026, Kia is offering clearance prices on its current EV lineup, including a $10,000 customer cash bonus on every model. Check out the links below to see what deals are available near you.
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