Kia Niro
The Niro is a compact crossover showcasing all of Kia’s electrification technologies at the moment. Available in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric variants, the Niro definitely can please a variety of drivers looking for a green vehicle. It also boasts a surprisingly roomy and attractively styled cabin. As far as the driving experience goes, the ride is comfortable and the powertrain proves fun and flexible—whichever you choose. There’s no AWD option, though.
Kia Niro
| Pricing | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | CA$26,595 (2020) |
| Fees | CA$1,910 |
| Gas guzzler tax | CA$0 |
| Monthly payments | CA$500/month |
| Powertrain | |
| Combined power | 139 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Combined torque | 195 lb·ft @ 1,000 – 2,400 rpm |
| Engine | 1,6 l I-4 |
| Power | 104 hp @ 5,700 rpm (78 kW) |
| Torque | 109 lb·ft @ 4,000 rpm (148 N·m) |
| Induction | Atmospheric |
| Fuel type | Regular |
| Engine | Electric |
| Power | 43 hp @ 1,798 rpm (32 kW) |
| Torque | 125 lb·ft @ 0 – 1,800 rpm (169 N·m) |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Hybrid / Electric | |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion polymer (Li-Po) |
| Energy | 1.6 kWh |
| Voltage | 240 V |
| Charging times |
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| Cooling | Liquid |
| Drivetrain structure | Parallel |
| Vehicle type / Category | |
| Vehicle type | SUV |
| Category | Hybrid / Plug-in Hybrid, Subcompact SUV |
| Assembly | Hwaseong, KR |
| Generation | 1 |
| Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
| City | 4.5 L/100km |
| Highway | 4.8 L/100km |
| Combined | 4.7 L/100km |
| Autonomy | 957 km |
| Electric autonomy | N/A |
| CO₂ emissions | 110 g/km |
| Equipment | |
| Sunroof | optional |
| Heated front seats | standard |
| Heated steering wheel | standard |
| Infotainment | |
| Auxiliary audio input | standard |
| Apple CarPlay compatible | standard |
| Android Auto compatible | standard |
| Sirius XM | standard |
| Bluetooth audio | standard |
| Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
| Steering | rack and pinion |
| Turning diameter | 5 m (17′) |
| Front suspension | independent, Macpherson strut |
| Rear suspension | independent, multi-link |
| Front brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Rear brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Front tires | P205/60HR16 |
| Rear tires | P205/60HR16 |
| Safety | |
| Seat belts | 5 |
| Dimensions / Weight | |
| Length | 4,355 mm (171″) |
| Width | 1,805 mm (71″) |
| Height | 1,535 mm (60″) |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm (106″) |
| Front track | 1,565 mm (62″) |
| Rear track | 1,580 mm (62″) |
| Weight | 1,409 kg (3,106 lb) |
| Capacities | |
| Passengers | 5 |
| Trunk | 635 l (22 cu ft) |
| Fuel tank | 45 l (10 gal) |
| Towing capacity | not recommended |
| Performance | |
| Power to weight ratio | 73.6 W/kg |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 s (manufacturer) |
| 80-120 km/h | 8.8 s (manufacturer) |
| Top speed | 164 km/h (102 mph) (manufacturer) |
| Braking distance | 43 m |
| Warranty | |
| Base warranty | 5 years/100,000 km |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 years/100,000 km |
| The Car Guide rating | |
| Fuel economy | 9/10 |
| Reliability | 8/10 |
| Safety | 9/10 |
| Infotainment | 8/10 |
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Overall | 8/10 |
| Average | 84%(view ratings) |