Kia Plug-In Diesel Hybrid Cars
The Kia Plug-In Diesel Hybrid is a unique and eco-friendly vehicle that is perfect for New Zealand driving conditions. The vehicle offers drivers an exceptional combination of electric power and diesel efficiency, resulting in an efficient and comfortable driving experience.
The car is powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine that produces 104 horsepower and an impressive 264 Nm of torque. The diesel engine is paired with a high-capacity battery and an electric motor, which generates an additional 44 kW of power. This hybrid system provides a combined output of 141 horsepower, which enables the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just over nine seconds.
The Kia Plug-In Diesel Hybrid also features a six-speed automatic transmission, which helps ensure smooth gear changes. It has three driving modes: Normal, Eco and Sport. Normal mode provides balanced performance while Eco mode maximises fuel economy. Sport mode delivers faster acceleration and more dynamic handling.
One of the standout features of the Kia Plug-In Diesel Hybrid is its electric-only range of up to 48 km on a full charge. This means that for most city commutes in New Zealand, you won't have to use any petrol at all! When you need more power or your battery is low, the diesel engine seamlessly takes over, allowing you to travel up to a total range of over 1,000 km.
As well as its impressive performance figures, the Kia Plug-In Diesel Hybrid boasts sleek design lines, premium materials throughout the interior cabin and advanced technology features such as adaptive cruise control with stop/start functionality.
Finally, another important consideration for New Zealand drivers is safety; the car includes Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Forward Collision Warning (FCW) as standard with Blind-Spot Detection (BSD) also available on higher-spec models.
Overall, the Kia Plug-In Diesel Hybrid combines impressive performance figures with excellent fuel economy making it ideal for everyday urban commuters looking for something environmentally-friendly yet still offering longer range capability - not only that it has exceptional safety credentials making it one of the smartest purchases available today.
