Kia Niro 2 (SG2) Crossover (2021)

18% Neofiliac66% External
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Product Overview

Kia Niro Mk2 (chassis code SG2) is a compact crossover in production from 2021. Interestingly, it is available as a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or battery-electric vehicle. The first two share a small 1.6L I4 engine.
Marketed as an "SUV", the Niro is more appropriately described as a crossover, or perhaps a slightly taller hatchback. It has good exterior styling and interior appointments, though this segment is purchased by people who prefer economy over ideology. A good-old diesel might have made Kia more sales instead.
Those who drive offroad, for work or leisure, need to think twice before pulling the trigger: the Kia Niro II is hardly the "offroader" that Kia would like you to think.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 18% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Good exterior styling
Cons
  • Miserably low engine output
  • Only available with tiny engines
  • Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front

What external reviewers found***

External score 66% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Good handling
  • Excellent range
  • Comfortable ride
  • Decent fuel economy
  • Comfortable to drive
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment
  • Lack of range
  • Lacklustre infotainment
  • Not the most exciting EV
  • No wireless phone charging
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Specifications

Capacity

Cargo Capacity
451 L / 15.9 cu-ft
Passengers
5

Chassis

Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Disc
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Suspension | Front
MacPherson strut
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Tire Size
205/60 R16 92H, 225/45 R18 95V

Construction

Body Style
5-door hybrid SUV

Dimensions

Size | Height
1545 mm / 60.8 in
Size | Length
4420 mm / 174.0 in
Size | Width
1825 mm / 71.9 in
Track Width | Front
1573.0 mm / 61.9 in
Track Width | Rear
1585.0 mm / 62.4 in
Weight
1405.0 kg / 3097.5 lbs
Wheel Size
16 in, 18 in
Wheelbase
2720 mm / 107.1 in

Performance

CO2 Emission
75 ~ 84 g/km
Fuel Economy
4.8 L/100km / 49.0 MPG (combined) | 4.6 L/100km / 51.1 MPG (urban) | 5.1 L/100km / 46.1 MPG (highway)

Powertrain

Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive
Engine
G4LE
Engine | Displacement
1.6 L / 96.4 cu-in / 1580.0 cc
Engine | Power
105.0 hp / 78.3 kW @ 5700 rpm + 44.0 hp / 32.8 kW (electric motor)
Engine | Specific Output
66.5 hp/L / 1.1 hp/cu-in
Engine | Torque
144 Nm / 106.2 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm + 170 Nm / 125.4 lb-ft
Engine | Type
Naturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears
6-speed
Transmission | Type
Double clutch transmission (DCT)

Production

Availability
2021

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3rd-Party Review Videos

External Reviews

autocar[1]

Reviewer score 52%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
The Kia e-Niro 2 is now the only model to qualify for the government's £2500 plug-in grant. It costs £30,345, compared to £37,100 for the 3 and £39,395 for the 4+. Power drops from 201bhp to a more sedate-sounding 132bhp. torque remains the same, at 291lb ft, which is a healthy figure almost equal to what you will find in the new Volkswagen Golf R.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Comfortable ride
  • Good handling
Cons
  • No wireless phone charging
  • Lacklustre infotainment

autoexpress[2]

Reviewer score 77%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The Kia Niro is a small family SUV that’s always been all about electrification. Kia offers two battery options for the e-Niro, each powering a single electric motor. The entry-level 39kWh version produces 134bhp, with a range of 180 miles. The 64kWh variant delivers 201bhp and manages to return a claimed range of 282 miles from a single charge.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent range
  • Decent fuel economy
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment

autoexpress[3]

Reviewer score 71%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The e-Niro was the start of Kia's EV revolution. There had been electrified versions of the Niro compact SUV before this fully electric model. The Mid Range model's electric motor serves up 134bhp compared with 201bhp in its pricier sibling. This ‘2' trim features part-leather upholstery, climate and adaptive cruise control, parking sensors and a reversing camera. There's a 17-inch alloys as standard with plenty of rubber in the tyres' sidewalls, helping the ride quality.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Powerful electric motor
Cons
  • Lack of range
  • Not the most exciting EV

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References

  1. ^ Kia e-Niro 39kWh 2021 UK review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/kia/e-niro/first-drives/kia-e-niro-39kwh-2021-uk-review. 2021-03-19. Retrieved 2022-08-18.
  2. ^ Kia e-Niro review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/kia/e-niro. 2021-12-10. Retrieved 2022-08-18.
  3. ^ New Kia e-Niro Mid Range 2021 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/kia/e-niro/354425/new-kia-e-niro-mid-range-2021-review. 2021-03-15. Retrieved 2022-08-18.

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