Kia Niro
The Kia Niro is a crossover of the well-known Korean automaker, which was its first car developed from the ground up as a hybrid. No other drive than the combination of a gasoline engine with an electric motor was not considered at all. The entire structure and platform is clearly designed for this purpose and can work more efficiently. Later, an all-electric version was also introduced with the designation Niro EV (e-Niro in Europe). The car is thus available in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and pure electric versions.
The car has been in production since 2016 and lies somewhere between the Kia Ceed and Kia Sportage in terms of dimensions. The second generation of the model was introduced quite early, already in 2021.
technical parameters Kia Niro first generation
Manufacturer | Kia |
Class | Compact crossover SUV |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Model years | 2017 – 2022 |
Assembly | South Korea: Hwaseong, Gyeonggi (Hwaseong Plant) |
Engine | Petrol hybrid:
1.6 L Kappa II GDi I4 Petrol plug-in hybrid: 1.6 L Kappa II GDi I4 |
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Transmission | 6-speed dual-clutch (hybrid and PHEV) |
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Width | 1,805 mm (71.1 in) |
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Wheelbase | 2,700 mm (106.3 in) |
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Kia Niro first generation
technical parameters Kia Niro second generation
Production | 2021–present |
Assembly | South Korea: Hwaseong, Gyeonggi |
Electric motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
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Engine | Petrol hybrid:
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Transmission | 6-speed DCT 1-speed Reduction Gear |
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Length | 4,420 mm (174.0 in) |
Width | 1,825 mm (71.9 in) |
Height | 1,545–1,585 mm (60.8–62.4 in) |
Wheelbase | 2,720 mm (107.1 in) |
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