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Kia Niro Electric

EPA Range: 239 miles
Average Retail Price
$ NA

Road Test

The Niro EV is a versatile all-electric hatchback that boasts an impressive EPA-estimated 239-mile range. That—plus a heavy dose of practicality and creature comforts—makes it one of the most livable new EVs. Compared to the Tesla Model 3, it has a more forgiving ride, a roomier interior, and easier-to-use controls. It also feels more refined and substantial than the Chevrolet Bolt and Nissan Leaf.

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2022 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

Kia vs. Other New Car Brands

Kia vs. Other New Car Brands

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

2022 Electric cars Ratings

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EPA Range 239 miles
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$16,975 - $17,500
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EPA Range 259 miles
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$18,725 - $21,025
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EPA Range 247 miles
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EPA Range 258 miles
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EPA Range 354 miles
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Features & Specs
Body Style
    wagon
Seating
2 front, 3 rear
Drive Wheels
Front
Engines Available
  • electric (201 hp)
Transmissions Available
  • 1-speed direct
Warranty
Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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Model History
2023-
Current Generation

The second-generation Niro offers buyers three efficient modes of transport, with traditional hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric models. The electric version is one of the best among affordable EVs with an EPA-estimated range of 253 miles. The 11 kW on-board charger allows home charging on the quicker side but with only a meager 85 kW max acceptance rate for public DC-chargers, charging on the go is slow. Acceleration is immediate and feels effortless. Ride and handling are better than the Niro hybrid. Hatchback versatility is an asset, as is a roomy rear seat and compact footprint for easy urban maneuverability. Unfortunately, some controls are not intuitive, particularly the split audio/climate panel can be distracting to use. Rear and side visibility are compromised due to the thick rear pillar. AEB with pedestrian detection, AEB highway, BSW, and RCTW are standard.

2019-2022
2019 Redesign Year

The Kia Niro EV gets around without gasoline, but it doesn’t compromise on comfort or practicality. Its interior is well appointed, and its elevated seat height and roomy cargo area give the five-passenger, front-drive Niro the versatility of a small SUV. It has a 239-mile range, which means the Niro EV will outrun some electric cars that cost tens of thousands more. The Niro shares its electric drive with the Hyundai Kona Electric and the Kia Soul EV. Like its corporate siblings, it has a 64-kWh battery that takes about 10 hours to charge from nearly empty through a 240-volt connector. Acceleration is smooth, instant, and silent. We think this EV is more rewarding to drive than the hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of the Niro. Kia has limited its availability initially to certain states.