The Niro is Kia's answer to the Toyota Prius, a tall hatchback (crossover SUV) that's available as a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, as well as a full electric EV. It debuted for the 2017 model year and got a mid-cycle refresh for 2020. Even though it has no direct competitors, the 5 passenger Niro is likely to be cross-shopped with its platform mate, the Hyundai Ioniq, as well as the Toyota Prius and Honda Clarity.
What's New
Because the model was recently refreshed, few outside changes are expected for 2021 Kia Niro near Rio Rancho NM. At the front the Niro now has new projector-type headlights and fog lamps, a new diamond-patterned grille and double chevron-shaped LED daytime running lights. At the rear there's a wider faux skid plate and restyled LED taillights. Last but not least the exterior updates are topped off with new 16- and 18-inch wheel designs.
Inside there's a new 7-inch instrument cluster with new drive-mode graphics and an 8-inch touchscreen display that's standard. You can opt for the infotainment system with a 10.25-inch screen and Harman Kardon premium audio system (including a subwoofer). There are also new optional paddle shifters to give drivers more control over the intensity of the regenerative braking. An optional electronic parking brake and optional mood lighting with six different colors have also been added.
Safety
The 2021 Kia Niro near Rio Rancho NM hasn't yet been evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, but the most recent figures showed a four star overall safety rating by NHTSA, and Top Safety Pick+ by the IIHS. Auto emergency braking is standard on LXS trims and above, and that system earned the highest front crash prevention rating of Superior. The Niro also aced IIHS crashworthiness tests, earning top marks in all six evaluations.
No driver-assist active safety features are included as standard on the base model but auto emergency braking, auto high beams, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane keep assist, and driver attention alert are included on LXS models and above. Touring and EX Premium trims include upgraded emergency braking and stop-and-go adaptive cruise control with lane centering.
2021 Kia Niro near Rio Rancho NM: Trims and Options
The Niro offers five grades for the hybrid. No matter how you cut it, there's a load of value in every grade. Because pricing and trim details weren't available for the PHEV and EV models as of this writing, we'll only be covering the trims and pricing of the standard hybrid Niro.
LX - The base Niro hybrid includes 16-inch alloy wheels with full wheel covers, LED daytime running lights, power outboard mirrors, power locks, seven airbags, tilt & telescopic steering wheel, dual zone automatic climate control, 6- way adjustable front bucket seats, 60/40 split folding rear seats, outside temperature display, a trip computer, roof rails, a 7-inch instrument cluster display, cloth seating, an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with rearview camera, a USB port, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a six-speaker sound system.
LXS - Upgrading to this trim adds a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, push-button start, 18 inch wheels, and some nice safety tech, including forward-collision avoidance assist with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist, auto emergency braking, driver attention alert, blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
Touring - This model gets front fog lights, LED taillights, power-folding heated side mirrors with turn signal indicators, a power sunroof, cloth and leather upholstery, LED interior lighting, stitched armrest covers, 10-way power driver's seat with two-way lumbar support, rear air conditioning vent, paddle shifters, upgraded auto emergency braking, lane centering, and stop-and-go adaptive cruise control.
Touring Special Edition - This adds some extra on top of the Touring trim, including an exclusive orange paint option, LED headlights, leather seating, an upgraded 10.25-in infotainment system with navigation and a Harman Kardon 8-speaker premium audio system.
EX Premium - Compared to the Touring models, the EX Premium sticks with 16-inch partially covered alloy wheels and standard non-LED headlights, but does get leatherette seating, heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, and rear parking sensors. Thanks to the move to 16-inch wheels, however, the EX Premium earns a higher EPA fuel economy rating than the Touring models, while still offering lots of features.
Performance and Fuel Economy
A 1.6-liter 4-cylinder gasoline engine and an electric motor team up with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission in the regular 2021 Kia Niro near Rio Rancho NM. The system makes a total of 139 horsepower. The plug-in model uses the same basic powertrain as the standard model, albeit with a larger battery pack for increased EV range. That battery adds up to 26 miles of EV operation, according to the EPA. The new all-electric Niro EV comes standard with DC fast-charging capabilities that can refill 80 percent of the battery in just 75 minutes. The Niro easily tackles uneven roads, delivering a controlled, stable ride. Steering responses in the Niro are swift and accurate. Steering effort, already firm, increases when Sport mode is engaged. The all-electric model comes with a 64-kWh battery and up to 239 miles of total range.
EPA-rated fuel economy on the Niro depends on the trim. The base LX trim is good for an impressive 52/49 mpg city/highway. The LXS and EX Premium manage 51/46 mpg while the Touring and Touring Special Edition-models that roll on 18-inch wheels-are rated at 46/40 mpg.
The Niro wraps cutting-edge technology in a conservative shell, expanding its appeal to mainstream buyers turned off by overly futuristic designs. Like all Kia products, the Niro's interior is handsomely styled and loaded with features, and its price falls squarely in line with non-hybrid compact SUVs.
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