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Kia Niro Australia, Review, For Sale & News
Kia Niro Reviews
Kia Niro 2023 review
Kia Niro Hybrid 2023 review: snapshot
Kia Niro EV 2023 review: snapshot
Kia Niro 2022 review: Plug-in hybrid long term | Part 3
Kia Niro 2022 review: Plug-in hybrid long term | Part 2
Kia Niro 2022 review: Plug-in hybrid long term | Part 1
Kia Niro Hybrid 2022 review: PHEV Sport
Kia Niro 2021 review: EV Sport
Kia Niro Hybrid 2021 review: Sport
Kia Niro Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Kia Niro varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $39,990 and going to $72,100 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | SUV | 1.6L, Hyb/ULP, 6 SP DUAL-CLUTCH AUTO | $39,990 | $72,100 | |
| 2021 | SUV | 1.6L, Hyb/ULP, 6 SP DUAL-CLUTCH AUTO | $32,800 | $71,170 | |
Kia Niro Colours
There is a range of colours available for the Niro line-up, with the HEV and PHEV models offering the choice of Clear White (no cost) or any of the following for $520 more: Aurora Black pearl, Runway Red, Snow White pearl, Silky Silver, Sunset Orange, Platinum Graphite (grey) and Deep Cerulean Blue.Â
The EV model can’t be had in orange, grey or the Deep Cerulean blue, but does have a specific Yacht Blue option unique to the EV range.Â
- Snow White Pearl
- Gravity Blue
- Platinum Graphite
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Silky Silver
- Runway Red
- Graphite Gray
Kia Niro Dimensions
The dimensions of the Kia Niro SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | SUV | 1545x1805x4355 mm | 160 mm | |
| 2021 | SUV | 1545x1805x4355 mm | 160 mm | |
Kia Niro Boot Space
The boot space varies depending on the powertrain. That's because the batteries for the EV are under the passenger floor, while in the HEV they're under the back seat, and in the PHEV they're under the back seat and the boot floor.
As a result, the PHEV has the smallest cargo capacity, at 324 litres (VDA) with five seats in place. The HEV is the next largest, at 410L VDA, while the EV model offers 451L VDA of cargo space with all seats up.
Drop the seats and you have 1322L (VDA) for the PHEV, 1405L (VDA) for the EV and 1408L (VDA) for the HEV.
You need to know that the PHEV and EV models don't come with any form of spare tyre - they have a repair kit and tyre pressure monitoring fitted. The HEV models have a space-saver spare wheel.
Kia Niro Towing Capacity
The Kia Niro has maximum towing capacity of 1300kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | SUV | 300kg | 1300kg | |
| 2021 | SUV | 300kg | 1300kg | |
Kia Niro VS the competition
Kia Niro Speed
There is no claimed 0-100km/h speed for any model in the Niro range, but we'd reckon the Niro EV must do it less than six seconds - it's pretty darn quick. The HEV and PHEV? Closer to double that.
Kia Niro News
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Kia Niro Seats
There are five seats in all versions of the Kia Niro. But interestingly the space in all three grades isn't identical. That comes down to the fact the EV model has a higher floor, meaning less toe room, less rear kneeroom, and less headroom front and rear, too.
Kia Niro Interior
The interior of the Kia Niro is conventional, so if you like the idea of a futuristic car with a cutting edge interior, you might be a little disappointed.
But it is a pretty spacious cabin, with the HEV and PHEV models offering good leg, toe and headroom in the second row. The EV model has a higher floor so feels more compact inside.
But the Niro EV has a bigger boot because it doesn't have any batteries under there (they're under the passenger floor instead). While the HEV has its battery pack under the rear seat, and the PHEV suffers the most because its batteries are under the rear seat and the boot floor. That means it has the smallest boot.
Oddly, some Niro models have a turnkey ignition, and none have a full-digital instrument cluster. There's an 8.0-inch touchscreen in the base grade S, and a 10.25-inch unit in the Sport top-spec model.
Kia Niro Accessories
You can get Kia Australia to fit a factory-backed wallbox charger for your home or office if you choose the PHEV or EV models. It costs $2830, but will save you time when it comes to charging.
Kia Niro Fuel Consumption
The Kia Niro is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Electric, Hyb/ULP and — fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 3.8L/100km for SUV /Hyb/ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | SUV | — | — | Electric | 1 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | SUV | 3.8L/100km | 1.6L | Hyb/ULP | 6 SP DUAL-CLUTCH AUTO | |
| 2022 | SUV | 4L/100km | 1.6L | — | 6 SP DUAL-CLUTCH AUTO | |
| 2021 | SUV | — | — | Electric | 1 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | SUV | 3.8L/100km | 1.6L | Hyb/ULP | 6 SP DUAL-CLUTCH AUTO | |
Kia Niro Wheel Size
The Kia Niro has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x60 R16 for SUV in 2022.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | SUV | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
| 2021 | SUV | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |