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Matt Campbell

Managing Editor - Head of Video

20 min read

The Kia Niro isn't new to the world, but it is new to Australia. This model launched internationally in 2017, and was facelifted in 2020. And we're getting it in Australia as a 2021 model, where it'll be replaced within about 12 months.

So why bother bringing it? Because it offers a few vital firsts for the Kia Australia brand.

This is the first hybrid sold by Kia Australia. This is the first plug-in hybrid or PHEV sold by Kia Australia. And this is the first electric car or EV sold by Kia Australia.

Read the full Kia Niro 2021 review.