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2019 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid

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2019 LX 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Sport Utility
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2019 EX 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Sport Utility Price:   -  From $32,100
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Overview

Kia may have only unveiled the Niro Plug-In Hybrid crossover at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show a few years ago, but the vehicle has already become an integral part of the brand's three-headed approach for the Niro family. The Niro Plug-In Hybrid shares a lot of components with the regular Niro, but adds an extra dose of versatility thanks to its ability to travel 26 miles on electricity. While the plug-in hybrid segment has expanded recently, the Niro Plug-In Hybrid is an interesting proposition because of its spacious design.

What's New for 2019

Kia didn’t make any changes for the 2019 model year.

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Choosing Your Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid

The main source of power for the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid comes from a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine. The plug-in hybrid part of the equation comes from an 8.9-kWh battery pack that's paired to an electric motor. Unlike other hybrids on the market, the Niro Plug-In Hybrid features a dual-clutch six-speed automatic transmission. Combined output for the vehicle is rated at 139 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque.

With the sizable battery pack, the Niro Plug-In Hybrid can travel up to 26 miles on a single charge. When electricity runs out, the gas engine takes over, providing you with another 534 miles of range. Getting a full charge on the Niro Plug-In Hybrid, when plugged into a Level 2 (240-volt) charger, takes roughly three hours.

The Niro Plug-In Hybrid can get an EPA-estimated 105 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) combined and 46 mpg combined when the gas engine is running. While those figures are competitive with other plug-in hybrids, the Niro Plug-In Hybrid really emphasizes having a fun-to-drive ride. The vehicle has four driving modes to explore, allowing you to cater the way the vehicle feels: EV, Hybrid, Eco, and Sport. Cargo capacity for the Niro Plug-In Hybrid is also impressive, as the vehicle is rated to carry 19.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the second row and 54.5 cubic feet in total.

Kia offers the Niro Plug-In Hybrid in three trims:

Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid

LX

Pricing for the LX trim starts at $29,140 (all prices include the $940 destination fee). The model comes with blue exterior accents, a rear spoiler, roof rails, projector-beam headlights, LED daytime running lights, fog lights, and 16-inch alloy wheels. Standard interior features include a seven-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a six-speaker audio system, a 4.2-inch TFT trip computer, a tilt-and-telescopic steering column, power windows and door locks, dual-zone climate control, mood lighting, cloth seats, heated front seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Despite being the entry-level trim, the LX has a good list of safety features, which include: brake assist, a rearview camera, automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. However, there are no available packages for the LX trim.

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EX

The Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX starts at $32,740. Over the base trim, the EX comes with heated exterior mirrors, illuminated door handle pockets, HID headlights, LED rear taillights, blind-spot monitoring, lane change assist, rear cross-traffic alert, rear vents, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and cloth and leather seats. Kia doesn't offer any available packages on the EX trim either.

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EX Premium

The range-topping EX Premium trim is priced at $35,840 and adds LED headlights, an eight-inch touchscreen, an eight-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, front and rear parking sensors, a wireless phone charger, a seven-inch TFT trip computer, leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel as standard. The EX Premium Sunroof Package ($700) is the only available package for the EX Premium trim. It adds a power sunroof and dual LED map lights.

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In recent years, Kia has become the standard for value, offering more standard features at an affordable price than a lot of other brands. The entry-level 2019 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid LX is priced reasonably and is handsomely equipped, which makes it the one we'd go with. It even has some of the latest safety features as standard, making it an easy decision.

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The Kia Niro is a relatively new model for the automaker, but the South Korean brand has already come out with a three-pronged lineup for the nameplate. The 2019 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is a combination of the other two models – the regular hybrid Niro and the upcoming fully-electric variant. Besides giving you the ability to travel on electricity and gasoline when the need arises, the Niro Plug-In Hybrid's unique crossover size brings an extra level of versatility to the segment, which is dominated by compact vehicles. If compromise isn't in your vocabulary, the Niro Plug-In Hybrid brings it all without the need to make concessions.

Best Value

Kia's become synonymous for value, and despite the added complexity of the plug-in hybrid powertrain, it's the same case for the Niro Plug-In Hybrid. Prices for the vehicle start at $29,140 (including destination) for the LX trim. The entry-level model is the most value-packed offering, as it comes with a good set of standard features, including high-tech, driver-assist ones. Higher up the ladder, pricing for the Niro Plug-In Hybrid can reach $36,540 for the EX Premium trim with the EX Premium Sunroof Package.

Power for the Niro Plug-In Hybrid comes from a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that's paired to an electric motor. The vehicle also features an 8.9-kW lithium-ion battery pack. Combined output for the system is rated at 139 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. Unlike other electrified vehicles, shifts are handled via a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The LX trim may be the entry-level model in the lineup, but it's handsomely equipped. Standard features include roof rails, LED daytime running lights, fog lights, 16-inch alloy wheels, a seven-inch touchscreen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a six-speaker audio system, dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, cloth upholstery, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Safety features for the trim are also impressive, as the LX comes with a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, forward collision warning, and automatic emergency braking.

Here's how we'd spec our Niro Plug-In Hybrid.

  • Model: 2019 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid LX
  • Engine: 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine / 44.5 kW electric motor / 8.9-kWh lithium-ion battery pack
  • Output: 139 hp / 195 lb-ft
  • Transmission:Six-speed dual-clutch automatic
  • Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
  • MPG:105 MPGe combined / 46 mpg combined
  • Options: None available
  • Base Price:$29,140 (including the $940 destination charge)
  • Best Value Price:$29,140

Performance

Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid

It may be a plug-in hybrid, but the Niro Plug-In Hybrid brings a sporty ride along with the efficient powertrain. On a windy road, the crossover is surprisingly enjoyable to drive, with little body roll, and, considering its intended purpose, a relatively stiff suspension setup. The vehicle, though, manages to be comfortable and refined for daily use. At higher speeds, the plug-in hybrid powertrain operates smoothly, but at low speeds, the system can be jerky, struggling to provide power in an agreeable manner at times.

While its cornering performance is admirable, the Niro Plug-In Hybrid is aimed at helping drivers trade gasoline for clean electricity. The crossover has an electric range of 26 miles and a total range of 560 miles. While 26 miles doesn't sound like a lot, it's enough to dart around town or get to work and having an extra 534 miles of range helps with long-distance trips. With the push of a button, drivers can choose between having the vehicle operate as a hybrid or as an EV until the battery runs out of juice.

When the time comes to charge the Niro Plug-In Hybrid, a Level 2 (240-volt) charger will do the job in 2.5 hours. A Level 1 (120-volt) charger will fully charge the vehicle in roughly nine hours.

Style

Large hatchback? Crossover? The Niro Plug-In Hybrid blurs the line between the two, but looks good while doing so. The curvy exterior design is handsome and the little exterior touches that differentiate the model from its other Niro brethren add some extra spice to the vehicle. With black body cladding and roof rails, the Niro Plug-In Hybrid has a rugged touch that other fuel-efficient vehicles don't offer.

The cabin of the Niro Plug-In Hybrid features an attractive design that focuses on usability. While cabin materials don't feel stellar, everything's accessible and the buttons and gauges are easy to read with a flair toward being bright and colorful – two design cues that have become commonplace on fuel-efficient vehicles.

Because of the Niro Plug-In Hybrid's crossover body style, visibility out of the driver's seat is excellent and being able to place the vehicle on tight urban roads is a breeze.

The Best and Worst Things

With a spacious cabin and cargo area, the Niro Plug-In Hybrid combines fuel efficiency in a handsome and tall package that nearly every consumer is looking for in a vehicle now. Having 26 miles of electric range to use is better than nothing, but it's not exactly a class-leading figure. Low-end interior materials may also turn some off.

Right For? Wrong For?

Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid

Few competitors have the same cargo capacity, high-riding body, and spacious cabin as the Niro Plug-In Hybrid. When you pair that with the vehicle's excellent list of standard features, affordable price tag, and handsome styling, it's a great option for consumers looking to get into a vehicle that can save you money on gas, while providing you with a tall-seating position.

If your commute is longer than 26 miles or you do a lot of miles on the highway, some of the Niro Plug-In Hybrid's competitors, including the regular Niro, might be better options. Taking 2.5 hours to get a full charge on a Level 2 charger isn't exactly speedy, either.

The Bottom Line

The plug-in hybrid segment is filled with compact vehicles, but few can compete with the 2019 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid when it comes to versatility, courtesy of its crossover styling. Great fuel economy is the cherry on top of an excellent package.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.6L I-4 / 104 HP / 109 ft.lbs.
Transmission
6-spd Sportmatic auto-shift man w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
Not Available
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.6L I-4 / 104 HP / 109 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
Not Available
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank
11.4 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$43
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
54.5 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
101 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
171.5 "
Exterior Width
71.1 "
Exterior Height
60.4 "
Front Headroom
40.1 "
Rear Headroom
39.1 "
Front Legroom
41.7 "
Rear Legroom
37.4 "
Front Shoulder Room
56.0 "
Rear Shoulder Room
55.2 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,391 Lbs.
Wheel Base
106 "
Turning Radius
17.5 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
16.0 " Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Monotone / Pearlcoat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote
Bumpers
Front Body-colored With Chrome Insert
Grille Moldings
Black W/chrome Accents
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Armrests
6-way
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
60-40 Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Siriusxm Am/fm/satellite, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers
6
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver
Tinted Windows
Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Autonomous Emergency Braking (aeb) Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist (lka) Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Pedestrian Detection Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Major Components Months
120 Months / 100,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / 100,000 Miles
Accessories Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles

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