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October 7, 2018
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The Kia e-Niro is its all-electric 301 mile range vehicle

Kia As part of its showcase at the Paris Motor Show, Kia brought its all-electric e-Niro SUV which stands as…

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As part of its showcase at the Paris Motor Show, Kia brought its all-electric e-Niro SUV which stands as the first fully electric crossover utility vehicle produced by the company and provides a zero-emissions driving range of up to 485 kilometres (301 miles) on a single charge of its 64 kWh long-range battery pack.

The long-range battery is capable of going a further 615 kilometres (382 miles) in city environments which comes as longer than many gasoline vehicles. A smaller 39.2 kWh battery with a driving range of up to 312 kilometres (193 miles) on a single charge is also available.

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The e-Niro is designed for leveling down barriers to EV ownership with more long range driving, intelligent packaging, and greater practicality. Its interior combines a modern design with ample spacing and several technologies which complements its zero-emissions powertrain.

Buyers of the e-Niro will be benefiting from dedicated in-vehicle technologies aimed at maximizing efficiency and safety. It features a differentiated exterior and interior design and comes with a 7-Year, 150,000-kilometre warranty which also covers its battery pack and electric motor.

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“A combination of cool crossover design and advanced powertrains led to more than 33,000 Niro sales across Europe in 2017, and more than 30,000 year-to-date in 2018, making it one of our best-selling models. Annual sales of electric vehicles across Europe are expected to reach 200,000 this year, rising to nearly one million units by the end of 2022, while the crossover market is also forecast to continue expanding in the coming years.” Kia Motors Europe COO Emilio Herrera said in a statement.

“The e-Niro is a clear demonstration of the progress Kia has made in delivering comfortable, practical and fun-to-drive vehicles that lead the way in zero-emissions driving.” Herrera added.

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The eco-friendly SUV also includes driver assistance systems, a closed ‘tiger-nose’ grille design which aids aerodynamic performance, 17-inch aluminium alloy wheels, tapered rear windows, a regenerative braking system, a bold LED rear light design and comes in a selection of ten contemporary paint colours which spotlights its eco-friendly design.