Kia Niro Crossover (2016-2021)

38% Neofiliac57% External
Keywords: compactcrossoverdohcdouble-wishbonefwdhybridkiamacpherson-strutphev

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Product Overview

Kia Niro is a compact crossover in production from 2016 to 2021. It was available only as hybrid or plug-in hybrid with a single direct-injected inline-4 petrol engine that displaced 1.6 liters.
The plug-in hybrid drivetrain can help the owner save on fuel and car tax, though those who plan on keeping the car after warranty should be mindful of the complexity. Its official fuel economy rating is exceptionally rosy, though it may cast more doubts on the trustworthiness of the regulators and perhaps the owner's own sanity than it relates to reality.
Kia has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.28 coefficient of drag to show for it.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 38% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Good exterior styling
  • Good 0.28 drag coefficient
  • Low official fuel consumption
Cons
  • Horrible 0-100kph time
  • Can't even reach 200km/h
  • Miserably low engine output

What external reviewers found***

External score 57% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Decent all-electric range
  • Stylish styling
  • Cheap to drive
Cons
  • Not as practical as Prius
  • Alternatives are more practical
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Specifications

1.6 GDI Hybrid1.6 GDI Euro6d Hybrid1.6 GDI PHEV1.6 GDI Euro6d PHEV

Capacity

Cargo Capacity421 L / 14.9 cu-ft382 L / 13.5 cu-ft ~ 1434 L / 50.6 cu-ft324 L / 11.4 cu-ft ~ 1322 L / 46.7 cu-ft324 L / 11.4 cu-ft ~ 1322 L / 46.7 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity6.0 L / 6.3 qt
Engine Oil Capacity3.8 L / 4.0 qt4.1 L / 4.3 qt3.8 L / 4.0 qt3.8 L / 4.0 qt
Fuel Capacity45.0 L / 11.9 gal45.0 L / 11.9 gal43.0 L / 11.4 gal43.0 L / 11.4 gal
Passengers5
Payload424 kg / 935 lbs420 kg / 926 lbs424 kg / 935 lbs424 kg / 935 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontDiscVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discs
Brakes | RearDisc
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearDouble-wishbone
Tire Size205/60 R16, 225/45 R18205/60 R16 92H, 225/45 R18 91W205/60 R16, 225/45 R18205/60 R16
Turning Circle10.6 m / 34.8 ft

Construction

Battery | Capacity1.6 kWh (gross)1.6 kWh (gross)8.9 kWh (gross) | 7.1 kWh (net)8.9 kWh (gross) | 7.1 kWh (net)
Battery | TypeLithium-polymer
Battery | Voltage360.0 V
Body Style5-door hybrid SUV5-door hybrid SUV5-door plug-in hybrid SUV5-door plug-in hybrid SUV

Dimensions

Ground Clearance160 mm / 6.3 in
Size | Height1535 mm / 60.4 in1545 mm / 60.8 in1545 mm / 60.8 in1545 mm / 60.8 in
Size | Length4355 mm / 171.5 in
Size | Width1800 mm / 70.9 in1805 mm / 71.1 in1805 mm / 71.1 in | 2035 mm / 80.1 in (mirror unfolded)1805 mm / 71.1 in
Track Width | Front1555.0 mm / 61.2 in1555.0 mm / 61.2 in1555.0 mm / 61.2 in1565.0 mm / 61.6 in
Track Width | Rear1569.0 mm / 61.8 in1569.0 mm / 61.8 in1569.0 mm / 61.8 in1579.0 mm / 62.2 in
Weight1519.0 kg / 3348.8 lbs1415.0 kg / 3119.5 lbs1519.0 kg / 3348.8 lbs1519.0 kg / 3348.8 lbs
Wheel Size6.5J x 16, 7.5J x 186.5J x 16 ET45, 7.5J x 18 ET506.5J x 16, 7.5J x 186.5J x 16
Wheelbase2700 mm / 106.3 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h10.8 sec11.5 sec10.8 sec10.8 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph10.3 sec10.9 sec10.3 sec10.3 sec
CO2 Emission89 g/km79 ~ 97 g/km29 g/km29 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag0.29
Electric Range58.0 km / 36.0 mi
Fuel Economy3.9 L/100km / 60.3 MPG (combined)3.4 L/100km / 69.2 MPG (combined) | 3.4 L/100km / 69.2 MPG (urban) | 3.6 L/100km / 65.3 MPG (highway)1.3 L/100km / 180.9 MPG (combined)1.3 L/100km / 180.9 MPG (combined)
Top Speed172.0 km/h / 106.9 mph, 120.0 km/h / 74.6 mph (EV mode)162.0 km/h / 100.7 mph, 120.0 km/h / 74.6 mph (EV mode)172.0 km/h / 106.9 mph, 120.0 km/h / 74.6 mph (EV mode)172.0 km/h / 106.9 mph, 120.0 km/h / 74.6 mph (EV mode)
Towing Capacity600 kg / 1323 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1300 kg / 2866 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 6 bEuro 6dEuro 6Euro 6d
EngineG4LE
Engine | Bore72.0 mm / 2.8 in
Engine | Compression Ratio13.0:1
Engine | Displacement1.6 L / 97.1 cu-in / 1591.0 cc1.6 L / 96.4 cu-in / 1580.0 cc1.6 L / 96.4 cu-in / 1580.0 cc1.6 L / 96.4 cu-in / 1580.0 cc
Engine | Power105.0 hp / 78.3 kW @ 5700 rpm + 44.0 hp / 32.8 kW @ 1798-2500 rpm (electric motor)105.0 hp / 78.3 kW @ 5700 rpm + 44.0 hp / 32.8 kW @ 1798-2500 rpm (electric motor)105.0 hp / 78.3 kW @ 5700 rpm + 61.0 hp / 45.5 kW @ 1798-2500 rpm (electric motor)105.0 hp / 78.3 kW @ 5700 rpm + 61.0 hp / 45.5 kW @ 1798-2500 rpm (electric motor)
Engine | Specific Output66.0 hp/L / 1.1 hp/cu-in66.5 hp/L / 1.1 hp/cu-in66.5 hp/L / 1.1 hp/cu-in66.5 hp/L / 1.1 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke97.0 mm / 3.8 in
Engine | Torque147 Nm / 108.4 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm + 170 Nm / 125.4 lb-ft @ 0-1798 rpm
Engine | Typedirect-injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears6-speed
Transmission | TypeDouble clutch transmission (DCT)

Production

Availability2016 ~ 20192019 ~ 20212017 ~ 20192019

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External Reviews

autoexpress[1]

Reviewer score 57%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The Kia Niro can't match the Toyota Prius for smoothness or efficiency. The plug-in version has a decent all-electric range, while the e-Niro is an EV class leader for how far it can go on a single charge. One aspect of the Niro that is likely to appeal to buyers is its SUV-style body.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Cheap to drive
  • Decent all-electric range
  • Stylish styling
Cons
  • Alternatives are more practical
  • Not as practical as Prius

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References

  1. ^ Kia Niro review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/kia/niro. 2018-11-27. Retrieved 2022-05-03.

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