Ingenious silhouette
The graceful profile not only contributes to the sporty, muscular appearance but also gives the Niro a class-leading 0.29 coefficient of drag.
From every angle, the Niro grabs the eye and sets an intriguing new design benchmark for hybrid vehicles. It’s stylish around town. It’s right at home out in the country. And it looks smart everywhere in between.
The athletic profile and wide, expansive windows reflect harmony with nature. Sculpted lines express motion. And its high ground clearance prepares you for adventure. The new Kia Niro is inspired by the very natural surroundings that its hybrid technology is designed to help protect.
Being responsible has never looked this fun or been more exciting. The new Kia Niro is a game-changing hybrid crossover that proves you really can have it all. A sustainable, fuel-efficient hybrid, with the style, technology and versatility of a crossover. It’s the ultimate choice for those who care about the environment and care just as much about driving pleasure.
The graceful profile not only contributes to the sporty, muscular appearance but also gives the Niro a class-leading 0.29 coefficient of drag.
The rear LED combination lamps, silver garnish and distinctive curves work together to establish an ultra-modern look. Curved body lines flanking the side windows help to minimize vortex, turbulence and drag, while a rear diffuser helps manage airflow.
LED Headlights provide crisp, dynamic brilliance lights the way.
The rear combination lamps use energy-efficient LED s for immediate illumination and consistent brightness.
Energy-efficient LED daytime running lamps and fog lamps offer quick illumination and a consistently bright beam.
Outside mirrors can be folded manually to fit into tight parking spaces.
The rear camera is integrated with the rear wiper mount for a cleaner look and to prevent lens soiling in bad weather.
Carry sporting goods and other cargo securely on the roof rack. A power sunroof opens or closes with the press of a button to let in sunshine and fresh air.
Scuff plates present a bit of sporty pizazz every time you get in or out of the vehicle while also protecting the Niro's finish.
Settle into the spacious cabin of the Niro and you’ll find a soothing balance of technology and comfort. Relax in leather seats with an integrated memory system that keeps you poised for adventure. Explore an array of controls and displays designed to help you stay focused and informed.
Unusually spacious for a hybrid, with ample head, shoulder and legroom, the Niro interior invites you to stretch out and relax. Surrounded by clean, modern and hightech design accents, it’s easy to feel at home here right from the start.
The easy-to-use 5" color TFT-LCD touch screen gives you control of the powerful 6-speaker audio system. Enjoy high-fidelity radio, or access your personal audio device via USB, auxiliary plug or Bluetooth®. Optional RD S offers high-quality digital programming. Adjust volume and select tracks or stations through integrated steering-wheel 5” color TFT-LCD touch screen audio remote controls. The rearview camera displays dynamic guide lines on the LCD touch screen.
A tasteful, intelligently designed, customizable supervision cluster displays temperature, tire pressure alerts and other essential vehicle and trip information. It also displays the status of the hybrid charging system, including fuel and battery levels and usage. Its high-resolution screen makes it easy to read a myriad of information at a glance.
Sharing a vehicle with another driver doesn't have to mean readjusting the driver's seat and side mirrors every time you get in the Niro. To help keep everyone feeling right at home at the wheel, IMS stores seat and side mirror memory references for two drivers.
Make driving more pleasurable on cold days - and stay focused on the demands of driving - with the optional heated steering wheel.
Available ventilated front seats provide cooling airflow on hot days, while heated seats include a smart control system that incrementally lowers the heating of the front-passenger seat over time to help protect children and the elderly from potential burns. The Niro is designed to get you to your destination safely and feeling refreshed.
D-FATC automatically turns the air conditioner and heater on and off to maintain separate driver and front-passenger temperatures.
Rear-seat passengers can warm their hands using the vents mounted at the rear of the center console.
Set the stalk control to Auto and the headlights and tail lights will come on automatically at dusk or in dark places.
Racing-inspired aluminum pedals offer a pattern of rubber nubs for additional grip to inject excitement into every drive.
At night, the ECM detects bright light and automatically dims the reflection of beams from following vehicle to reduce glare.
Charge devices via console-mounted power outlets and a built-in USB charger. For personalized listening, connect audio devices through the auxiliary or USB port.
This sensor automatically measures rain intensity and adjusts the windshield-wiper interval as needed.
The Kia Niro keeps your options wide open with plenty of space. and clever ways to configure it. The generous interior dimensions give both you and your passengers plenty of headroom and legroom, while a sizable cargo space takes care of all your luggage. The versatile rear seats split 60:40 and fold flat to give you maximum flexibility.
A sporty crossover with a groundbreaking hybrid drive system, the Niro explores new territory. It indulges the driver in you with exciting performance and entices the scientist in you with its heroic efficiency. It’s also quite stylish to behold. The Niro does more than just move you. It makes the future look brighter.
The rear seatbacks split 60:40 and fold completely flat for maximum cargo capacity and flexibility. Take advantage of all the choices to accommodate more combinations of passengers and cargo. Because the seatbacks fold flat, the cargo area can accommodate large boxes or a stack of flat items.
The Niro's interior is flexible enough to support a truly active lifestyle. It's equally well equipped for a night on the town, a day in the country or a week on the road. Seatbacks fold flat for long cargo, while valuables can be stowed safely out of view.
Fill the cabin of the Niro with crystal-clear sound. The advanced 6-speaker sound system uses four door-mounted speakers and a pair of tweeters in front to create accurate and full-bodied sound reproduction. The system accepts auxiliary, USB and Bluetooth® inputs and features optional RD S reception.
Sensors detect any condensation forming on the inside of the front windshield and the defogger automatically turns on for maximum visibility and safety.
Charge a compatible mobile phone wirelessly on the charging pad located at the front of the center console. There's no need to find and connect a cord. An illuminated indicator informs you of the charging status.
Built-in Bluetooth® connects paired, compatible mobile devices seamlessly with the audio system for music streaming and hands-free mobile communication.
To help make driving as comfortable and effortless as possible, the 8-way power driver's seat adjusts vertically and fore-aft while also offering tilt and lumbar support.
TPMS keeps track of the pressure inside each of the tires. It tells you which tire is under-inflated by displaying its pressure value on the cluster screen.
The engine start/stop button lets you turn the Niro's ignition on and off with the push of a finger.
The Niro employs a parallel hybrid system that switches between gasoline and electric power, or uses a combination of both, and charges the battery whenever it can. The system is seamless and responsive while achieving class-leading efficiency. CO2 emissions are inspiringly low at 88 g/km.
The true beauty of the Niro’s aerodynamic design is in the way it rolls and the way it slices through the air squeezing out extra mileage.
A long drive through nature is even sweeter in a vehicle as eco-friendly as the hybrid Niro, especially in Eco drive mode. The Niro’s dynamic persona comes out as soon as you select the Sport mode.
Providing up to 43.5 ps on its own, the electric motor also assists the gasoline engine in hybrid mode and recharges the battery during deceleration.
A new 6-speed DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) transfers engine/motor power efficiently and delivers dynamic drivability with fast shift response and direct feeling.
Kinetic energy produced when decelerating or coming to a stop is captured and turned into electricity. This in turn is used to help recharge the battery.
This 1.6 GDI engine generates maximum output of 105 ps at 5,700 rpm and peak torque of 15.0 kg·m at 4,000 rpm, the perfect match for the Niro’s hybrid system. All told, the system offers a combined maximum output of 141 ps.
Durable and lightweight, the 1.56kWh lithium-ion polymer battery safely positioned below the rear seat sufficiently controls electrical energy and cools more effectively.
Out of view, the drivetrain, chassis, exhaust and exposed body elements are designed to create the least possible drag as the Niro moves forward.
With the selector in Drive, pull the handle to the left to engage Sport mode and enjoy enhanced shift point and steering settings as well as manual style-shifting. Push the handle to the right for more efficient Eco mode operation.
An active air flap behind the grille cools the engine. It closes at higher speeds to reduce drag for better performance and fuel efficiency.
An air curtain creates accelerated airflow at the front, reducing drag caused by turbulent air for improved aerodynamics.
A spoiler panel below the rear of the Niro is sculpted with longitudinal ridges for stability and aerodynamic control.
Located above the tailgate window, a rear spoiler takes advantage of airflow to help stabilize the body when traveling at speed.
Kia’s ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) technology initiative, dedicated to delivering driving pleasure and the utmost in occupant and pedestrian safety, by taking over the tedious and complex tasks traditionally left to drivers.
The Kia Niro uses more than 53% Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS), resulting in phenomenal rigidity. And hot-stamping of components is applied to 24 parts in stress areas. These measures greatly improve body strength, enhancing cabin protection and improving dynamic performance.
Blind Spot Detection uses sensors to monitor the sides and rear of the vehicle, and using visual alerts, informs the driver about vehicles in the blind spot for easier and safer lane changes.
When you back out of a parking spot or driveway, this system gives you a warning if it detects any cross traffic in the lane the vehicle is entering.
For confident parking, PAS uses ultrasonic sensors mounted on the front and rear bumpers to warn of any obstacles when maneuvering into tight spaces.
To help protect occupants and potentially reduce injuries in the event of a collision, the Niro offers driver and front passenger airbags, two front-side airbags, two side-curtain airbags, and a driver’s knee airbag as standard.
ESC ensures optimal braking performance and directional control by automatically delivering the right amount of braking force to each wheel according to engine torque and driving conditions.
At a standstill on an incline, HAC prevents you from rolling backward by gently applying the brakes for up to two seconds as your foot goes from the brake to the accelerator.
While critical points use more high-strength steel than ever, aluminum is used in the hood and tailgate to help reduce weight by as much as 11 kg for better handling and fuel economy.
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