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Image via Kia of Billings. A pioneer in the EV segment, Kia impresses with a range of popular electric vehicles, including the 2024 Kia EV6 and the 2024 Kia EV9. These models are a great alternative to their 2025 counterparts if you want a capable SUV at an affordable price. Here's a rundown of their main features so you can find your perfect match. more Info on the 2024 Kia EV6 Performance Perfect for anything from daily commutes to off-roading to fun at the racetracks, the 2024 EV6 spoils you with powertrain choices. A 58 kWh battery is standard on the base trim and pairs with a single electric motor driving the rear wheels. This system produces 167 horsepower, which is more than enough for responsive handling in the city. A 78 kWh battery pack is available, paired either with a single or a dual-motor setup. The RWD variant pumps out 225 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, whereas the eAWD system delivers 320 horsepower and 446 lb-ft of torque. If you need more power, choose the EV6 GT, which provides a whopping 576 horsepower and 545 lb-ft of torque for a 0-60 mph time of 3.2 seconds. Range No matter which powertrain you like, the 2024 EV6 can take you far. The base configuration boats 232 miles per charge, but you can get up to 310 miles from the upper RWD trims. Charging is fast, with the battery replenishing from 10 to 80 percent in about 18 minutes at DC fast-charging stations. Interior and Cargo With seating for five, the 2024 EV6 is a great daily driver. In true EV spirit, the interior is eco-friendly, featuring a combination of vegan leather and recycled fabric seating surfaces that give the cabin an upscale sporty feel. Behind the rear seats, 24.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity gives you plenty of room for daily items. Info on the 2024 Kia EV9 Performance and Range The EV6's three-row sibling also offers the choice between various powertrain options. The standard RWD model has a 76.1 kWh battery that provides 215 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, or you can also pair the RWD system with a 99.8 kWh long-range battery to boost range from the base 230 miles to 304 miles per charge. When paired with all-wheel drive, the bigger battery churns out 379 horsepower and up to 516 lb-ft of torque, giving you the confidence to go wherever adventure calls. Interior and Cargo Made for suburban families, the 2024 EV9 boasts a spacious cabin with standard seating for seven and available second-row captain's chairs. Both configurations offer ample legroom for passengers in the second and third rows, allowing everyone to travel comfortably. This model also offers outstanding storage space with a cargo capacity of 20.2 cubic feet behind the third-row seats. To try each of these amazing SUVs on the road, visit us at Kia of Billings in Billings, MT to schedule your test drive.

Image via Kia of Billings. If you're an adventure lover looking for the perfect vehicle to help you conquer trails and rugged terrain, you should consider one of the impressive Kia off-roaders. Kia's off-road lineup includes the compact Seltos and Sportage, each with seating for five passengers. The Sorento and Telluride have three rows of seating, so you can bring along up to seven additional passengers. Each of these models is available with all-wheel drive and has a flexible cargo area with folding rear seats and a dual-level cargo floor. Downhill Brake Control is also standard on every model, which limits your speed to 5 mph as you head downhill, so you can focus on steering. Seltos Although the Seltos is the smallest of Kia's off-road vehicles, it has an impressive 26.6 cubic feet of cargo space and plenty of passenger room. Adventure enthusiasts will want to choose the X-Line trim, which comes with a 195-horsepower 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine and Torque-Vectoring All-Wheel Drive with a center-locking differential. The X-Line also includes front and rear skid plates to protect the Seltos's underbody and high-utility roof rails for carrying large items. Sportage The Sportage features best-in-class cargo space of 39.6 cubic feet, so you can carry plenty of gear inside the cabin. Under the hood, the Sportage has a 187-horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, and it can tow up to 2,500 pounds with trailer brakes. Its X-Line AWD trim comes ready for adventure with all-wheel drive, high-utility roof rails, and an increased 8.3 inches of ground clearance. Two available X-Pro trim levels add all-terrain tires, a heated windshield, and multi-terrain drive modes. Sorento The Sorento is available in a variety of configurations, with a choice of seating for six or seven and two available engines. The entry-level engine is a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that produces 191 horsepower and tows 2,000 pounds. If you choose one of the adventurous X-Line or X-Pro trim levels, however, you'll enjoy a 281-horsepower turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity. The six-passenger X-Line and X-Pro trims come with high-utility roof rails, an increased 8.2 inches of ground clearance, and Torque-Vectoring All-Wheel Drive. The X-Pro also includes all-terrain tires and a 4,500-pound towing capacity. Every Sorento has 12.6 cubic feet of cargo space, which expands to 75.5 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. Telluride The largest Kia off-road vehicle is the Telluride, with seating for seven or eight and 21 cubic feet of cargo space. It's powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine with 291 horsepower, and it can tow up to 5,000 pounds. Its 10 available trims include three X-Line trims with seating for seven, all-wheel drive, and high-utility roof rails. To find the Kia off-road vehicle that's just right for you, reach out to our sales department at Kia of Billings in Billings, MT, to schedule your consultation and test drive.

Image via Kia of Billings. The first-ever 2025 Kia K4 has reinvented the compact sedan, making stunning style, class-leading cabin space, and innovative tech features affordable for everyone. Whether you're making a quick trip to the store or heading out of town for the weekend, the K4 upgrades every drive with its premium comfort, convenience, and safety technology. more Meet the 2025 Kia K4 Trims Available in five unique trim levels, the K4 sports a bold, modern look inside and out. Its sweeping silhouette is accented by amber LED Daytime Running Lights and uninterrupted by its rear door handles, which are hidden in the C-pillar. Each trim level gets its own interior color options, including stylish two-tone combinations like Black & Red and Green & Black. Rear-seat passengers enjoy class-leading legroom and headroom, giving them plenty of space to stretch out and enjoy the ride. Most K4 trim levels are powered by a 147-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that's paired to an Intelligent Variable Transmission for EPA-estimated efficiency of up to 34 MPG combined. Driving dynamics are customizable with Drive Mode Select's available modes, including Normal, Sport, and My Drive. The GT-Line Turbo trim provides even more powerful performance, with 190 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque from its 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine. Matched to an 8-speed automatic transmission, the GT-Line Turbo averages 29 MPG combined. Convenient and Connected Tech The K4 comes standard with impressive convenience features like a Smart Trunk, which gives you hands-free access to the trunk's 14.6 cubic feet of space. Inside the cabin, a 12.3-inch touchscreen displays vehicle and audio settings, with audio sources including HD Radio and SiriusXM. You can even connect your smartphone to the touchscreen using wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to play your favorite music, interact with apps, and view driving directions. A 3-year subscription to Kia Connect comes with every new K4, which keeps you connected to your vehicle from anywhere. Using the Kia Access app on your phone, you can remotely start your K4's engine, lock the doors, or find its location. Kia Connect also comes with safety features like 911 Connect that dials 911 and lets emergency agents know your location if your K4's airbags deploy. Driver Assistance and Safety Kia's commitment to passenger safety has earned the K4 a TOP SAFETY PICK from the IIHS. It also has impressive driver assistance technologies that can help you stay safe on the road. Standard features include Lane Keeping Assist to help you avoid unintentional lane departures and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with automatic braking to prevent a forward collision. Get behind the wheel of a K4 today and see for yourself why this small sedan is making such a big impression on drivers. When you're ready to schedule your test drive, contact us at Kia of Billings in Billings, MT.