EX Premium 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Sport Utility
2021 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
The Kia Niro EV is a fully electric hatchback with an EPA-rated 239 miles of range, and a stance that gives it the appearance of a utility vehicle, although it only comes as front-wheel drive. Its strong point is performance. Its cabin is roomy and versatile, but the seats lack support and the ride isn't as smooth as it might be. The Niro was introduced for 2019 and got some updates in 2020, but is expected to enter 2021 with minimal changes.
The single electric motor makes 201 horsepower and a whopping 291 pound-feet of torque, which helps propel the Niro EV to 60 mph in about 6.5 seconds, and keep it flying at freeway speeds. The handling and roadholding are good, but it's not as nimble as the similar Niro hybrid because it's 700 pounds heavier due to the batteries.
The 7.2-kw onboard AC charger, standard on the base EX model, can fully charge the Niro EV in about 9.5 hours on a 240-volt circuit. Optional on the EX, and standard on the Premium model, is DC fast-charging, which gains up to 100 miles of range in 30 minutes, or go from zero to 80% charge in 54 minutes.
In addition to rating the range at 239 miles, the EPA says that the Niro EV achieves 112 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).
The Niro EV hasn't been crash tested yet. The Niro hybrid and plug-in hybrid have scored well, but they weigh less. Standard safety equipment includes automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and active lane control
Kia only sells the EV in California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Hawaii, Texas, and Washington..
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The Niro was introduced for 2019 and got some updates in 2020, but is expected to enter 2021 with minimal changes.
The single electric motor makes 201 horsepower and a whopping 291 pound-feet of torque, which helps propel the Niro EV to 60 mph in about 6.5 seconds, and keep it flying at freeway speeds. The handling and roadholding are good, but it's not as nimble as the similar Niro hybrid because it's 700 pounds heavier due to the batteries.
The 7.2-kw onboard AC charger, standard on the base EX model, can fully charge the Niro EV in about 9.5 hours on a 240-volt circuit. Optional on the EX, and standard on the Premium model, is DC fast-charging, which gains up to 100 miles of range in 30 minutes, or go from zero to 80% charge in 54 minutes.
In addition to rating the range at 239 miles, the EPA says that the Niro EV achieves 112 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).
The Niro EV hasn't been crash tested yet. The Niro hybrid and plug-in hybrid have scored well, but they weigh less. Standard safety equipment includes automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and active lane control
Kia only sells the EV in California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Hawaii, Texas, and Washington..
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| Engine | I-4 |
| MPG | 46 Combined |
| Seating | 5 Passengers |
| Transmission | 6-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
| Power | 104 @ 5700 rpm |
| Drivetrain | front-wheel |
