A CAR brand that's become a hit with Brits is looking to line up two new EVs at each end of its range of models. The best-selling carmaker is eyeing an entry-level electric motor that could boast a tantalisingly low asking price, as well as a souped-up grand tourer. 6 A best-selling carmaker is eyeing an entry-level electric motor to replace a popular hatchback Credit: Alamy 6 The little motor would need to be designed for city driving and boast an affordable, entry-level price Credit: Getty 6 An EV version of their discontinued sporty grand tourer could also be on the cards Credit: Getty Kia has proven to be a firm favourite brand in the UK - with their Sportage model one of the best-selling motors in 2024 so far.
What's more, the Korean marque is one of leading carmakers when it comes to affordable EVs with many of their models ranking highly in terms of sales - including the Niro EV, EV6 and EV9. Indeed, the Niro EV is hugely popular with Brits and remains one of the nation's top 10 best-selling electric cars, while the EV9 was recently voted ‘Best Electric’ car by What Car? in 2024. Keen to keep up their momentum, Kia are now eyeing a small, city-car EV that could become the successor to the Picanto.
Read more Motors News SHAPE UP 3 motors that look really good for under £5k - including Richard Hammond favourite PLUGGED IN Rising car brand to launch Tesla rivalling EV that can go further for less The Picanto, the smallest and cheapest motor that Kia currently have on.