Kia Charge is simplifying the EV charging experience for Kia customers, providing easy access to over 4,500 charging points in Ireland and more than 900,000 stations across Europe. With a single charging solution and card, Kia customers can charge their vehicles at public locations from networks including ESB, Ionity, EasyGo, ePower, and Applegreen throughout Ireland.
In an effort to bring more transparency and cost clarity to EV drivers, Kia Ireland has introduced a fixed price public charging model, offering €0.50c per kWh on the Kia Charge network. This initiative aims to make EV charging more accessible and affordable for a broader audience.
Simplified and Accessible Charging
Adam Fogarty, Head of Network Development at Kia Ireland, commented: “As more electric vehicles take to the road, it’s important to match this uptake with an increasing number of charging points to give customers reassurance that they can easily charge their vehicles. Kia continues to set the benchmark for making electric driving more accessible to a wider audience, and with Kia Charge, we aim to simplify and enhance every journey.”
Pricing Plans for Every Driver
Kia Charge offers two flexible plans for customers: Easy and Advanced.
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Easy Plan:
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€0.76c per kWh for both AC and DC charging, with no monthly fee.
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Ideal for those who primarily charge at home or work but want consistency and reassurance when using public charging.
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Session Fee: 59c per session.
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Overstay Fee: 50c per minute after 10 hours on AC and 45 minutes on DC.
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Advanced Plan:
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€0.50c per kWh for both AC and DC charging, with a monthly fee of €4.99.
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Designed for those who rely on public charging regularly and don’t have access to home or work charging.
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No session fees.
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Overstay Fee: 50c per minute after 10 hours on AC and 45 minutes on DC.
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Both plans exclude Ionity charging, which is available via Kia Charge at €0.73c per kWh. A separate Ionity subscription can be taken for a reduced rate if desired.
Adam Fogarty, Head of Network Development at Kia Ireland, stated: “Kia Charge now offers the biggest and best value public charging network available in Ireland from any car brand, providing unrivalled accessibility across the island and simplicity and value in our pricing model. This is part of our customer-centric approach at Kia, to provide the best possible ownership experience. We believe this enhancement will help some uncertain customers take the step to electric motoring.”
Kia Charge Pricing Plans
Kia Charge offers two flexible pricing plans, Easy and Advanced, catering to different charging needs:
| Charging Type | Easy | Advanced |
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| Member Fee | None | €4.99 per month |
| Standard Charger (AC) | €0.76 per kWh | €0.50 per kWh |
| Fast DC (up to 50kW) | €0.76 per kWh | €0.50 per kWh |
| High Power (50-300kW) | €0.76 per kWh | €0.50 per kWh |
| Ionity (150-350kW) | €0.73 per kWh | €0.73 per kWh |
| Session Fees | €0.59 per session | None |
| Overstay Fee | €0.50 per min after 600 mins on AC, 45 mins on DC | €0.50 per min after 600 mins on AC, 45 mins on DC |
Optional Ionity Subscription: €7.49 per month, with a reduced rate of €0.53 per kWh for Ionity charging.
A Customer-Centric Approach
With these updated plans, Kia is offering an accessible, transparent, and easy-to-use EV charging experience. Whether you charge mainly at home, or rely on public stations, Kia Charge ensures that every customer can benefit from cost clarity and reliable access to Ireland’s largest public charging network.
