Kia’s EV sales gain steam as it prepares to launch the EV3

Kia is off to a record start in the US in 2026, led by strong demand for hybrid and electric vehicles. The three-row EV9 and EV6 gained momentum last month, but the EV3 will likely be Kia’s biggest hit yet.

Kia EV sales rise in April ahead of upcoming EV3 launch

Kia sold just over 72,000 vehicles in the US last month. While that’s down 3.3% from April 2025 before the industry changes took effect, Kia is still on a record-setting pace in 2026.

Through the first four months of the year, Kia sold 279,718 vehicles, 2% more than in the prior year. Kia credited its electrified vehicles, including hybrids and EVs, for the growth.

Several hybrid SUVs, including the new Telluride, Sportage, and Sorento, set new April records, while sales of Kia’s three-row electric SUV, the EV9, rebounded by 481% to 1,349 units. The EV6 also posted higher sales with 728 units sold, up 11% from April 2025.