The Niro HEV is the petrol hybrid version of Kia's small electric-platform SUV. Same body and cabin as the EV, but with a 1.6 L petrol four paired with a small electric motor and a six-speed dual-clutch automatic.
What you are buying
A 1.6 L Atkinson-cycle petrol four paired with a 32 kW electric motor and a 1.56 kWh battery, combined system making 104 kW. Paired with a six-speed dual-clutch automatic, driving the front wheels. WLTP fuel use is around 4 L/100 km.
Cartell Assessment
The Niro HEV is the small SUV for the buyer who wants Toyota RAV4 Hybrid economy at a Niro price. The DCT is properly resolved at highway speed and the cabin uses Kia's older platform that holds up well.
The spec sheet
- Power
- 104 kW (combined hybrid)
- Torque
- 265 Nm
- Drive
- FWD, 6-speed DCT
- Fuel
- 4.0 L/100 km (combined)
- Seats
- 5
- Warranty
- 7 years / unlimited km, 7 years on hybrid battery
- Safety
- ANCAP 5-star
Trim levels & pricing
| Trim | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Niro HEV S | from $39,990 drive-away (2022, verify) | Entry hybrid |
| Niro HEV Sport | from $46,990 drive-away (2022, verify) | Top spec, leather, full ADAS |
Prices indicative — see the manufacturer for current drive-away pricing.
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CarTell Verdict
Strongly recommended. A few minor flaws.
