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  • $14,900
    great price
    $3,725 below market
    • 87,763 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick of Paris (314 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    • Keyless Entry/Start
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    Located in Paris, KY / 314 miles away from Lansing, MI

    This 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX Premium is being offered to you as an alternative to us taking to the auction. This Kia is a fuel efficient, spac...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCC3LD6J5191447
    Stock: 125068A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-13-2025

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    • 78,348 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • McCluskey Chevrolet (238 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    • Keyless Entry/Start
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    Located in Cincinnati, OH / 238 miles away from Lansing, MI

    Call McCluskey Chevrolet at 513-741-1111 to schedule your Free 48 Hour Test Drive.MCCLUSKEY CHEVROLET'S FREE LIFETIME MECHANICAL WARRANTY Unlimited ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCC3LD7J5158151
    Stock: A57967HA
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-08-2025

  • EV RebatesCertain EVs and PHEVs may be eligible for a rebate. Buyer and car must qualify.
    • 59,877 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • CarMax Frederick (459 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • USB Inputs
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    Located in Gaithersburg, MD / 459 miles away from Lansing, MI

    CarMax values transparency and wants you to love your next car, not settle on it. Certain vehicles may have unrepaired safety recalls. Check nhtsa.gov...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCM3LD9J5178432
    Stock: 27772748
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • EV RebatesCertain EVs and PHEVs may be eligible for a rebate. Buyer and car must qualify.
    $16,498
    good price
    $1,510 below market
    • 84,771 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Willowbrook Ford (186 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Willowbrook, IL / 186 miles away from Lansing, MI

    **BLUETOOTH, **BACK-UP CAMERA, *SUNROOF / MOONROOF, **NAVIGATION SYSTEM, **LOCAL TRADE, *Alloy Wheels, **NO ACCIDENTS, **HAS POWERTRAIN WARRANTY, **GO...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: Yes

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCC3LD7K5331331
    Stock: SK65008A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-13-2025

  • EV RebatesCertain EVs and PHEVs may be eligible for a rebate. Buyer and car must qualify.
    $14,998
    great price
    $5,711 below market
    • 50,814 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Price Pro (91 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Maumee, OH / 91 miles away from Lansing, MI

    *** This vehicle is priced including the IRC 25E tax credit of $4000 or 30% of the sale price, whichever is less. The sale price assumes the assignmen...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCD3LD5L5438960
    Stock: CV24015GB
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 11-11-2024

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    • 70,120 miles
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Ourisman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (466 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
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    Located in Clarksville, MD / 466 miles away from Lansing, MI

    This 2019 Aurora Black Pearl Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX FWD is well equipped and includes these features and benefits:.1.6L I4 DGI Hybrid DOHC 16V ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary Unavailable.

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCD3LD7K5237625
    Stock: C1041
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-29-2025

  • $19,995
    good price
    $1,847 below market
    • 40,281 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Buerkle Hyundai (451 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
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    Located in Saint Paul, MN / 451 miles away from Lansing, MI

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCC3LD0L5364317
    Stock: 410358A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-18-2025

  • Price Drop
    $19,990
    fair price
    $731 above market
    • 65,656 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Carvana - Chicago (199 mi away)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Chicago, IL / 199 miles away from Lansing, MI

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCD3LD3L5420912
    Stock: 2003974701
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-15-2025

  • EV RebatesCertain EVs and PHEVs may be eligible for a rebate. Buyer and car must qualify.
    $21,500
    fair price
    $1,289 below market
    • 35,006 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • CarWise Gurnee (175 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Gurnee, IL / 175 miles away from Lansing, MI

    1.6L I4 DGI Hybrid DOHC 16V LEV3-SULEV30.Recent Arrival! CARFAX One-Owner. Platinum Graphite 2020 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid 4D Sport Utility EX 1.6L ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCD3LD9L5420929
    Stock: GH29329A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-25-2025

  • EV RebatesCertain EVs and PHEVs may be eligible for a rebate. Buyer and car must qualify.
    $17,140
    fair price
    $457 above market
    • 92,964 miles
    • 2 accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Kia of Muncie (180 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Muncie, IN / 180 miles away from Lansing, MI

    Kia Muncie. We are open online 24/7! Get pre-approved, receive a prompt trade evaluation and purchase from the comfort of your home. We will do the re...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCM3LDXL5438940
    Stock: 438940A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-01-2025

    • 14,760 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Carvana (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Phoenix, AZ / 1,614 miles away from Lansing, MI

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCD3LD8J5179801
    Stock: 2003921176
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-25-2025

  • Price Drop
    • 64,712 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Luther Bloomington Kia (460 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • USB Inputs
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    Located in Bloomington, MN / 460 miles away from Lansing, MI

    Clean, LOW MILES - 64,712! Lane Keeping Assist, Smart Device Integration, Apple CarPlay, Dual Zone A/C, Remote Engine Start, iPod/MP3 Input, Satellite...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCM3LD1J5192146
    Stock: 27234A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-05-2025

  • Price Drop
    $11,699
    great price
    $3,295 below market
    • 101,597 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Jim Shorkey Mitsubishi (298 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in North Huntingdon, PA / 298 miles away from Lansing, MI

    AMAZING FUEL ECONOMY AT A BUDGET FRIENDLY PRICE!!! CALL NOW BEFORE IT'S GONE! 7**-8**-0***Includes our 3 month/ 3000 mile, whichever comes first, limi...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCM3LD0K5218009
    Stock: 1M01446B
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-15-2025

  • EV RebatesCertain EVs and PHEVs may be eligible for a rebate. Buyer and car must qualify.
    • 63,690 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Gerald Kia of Naperville (197 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • USB Inputs
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    Located in Naperville, IL / 197 miles away from Lansing, MI

    Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price! Recent Arrival! **Manager Special - PRICE NOT A MISPRINT - THIS MONTH ONLY!!**, **Rear View Back-Up Camera!**, *...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCM3LD6J5153097
    Stock: 48285B
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-24-2025

  • New Listing
    • 63,572 miles
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Carvana - Cincinnati (251 mi away)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
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    Located in Cincinnati, OH / 251 miles away from Lansing, MI

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

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    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCC3LD4L5387387
    Stock: 2004010712
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-29-2025

    • 52,403 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Carvana (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
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    Located in Dallas, TX / 955 miles away from Lansing, MI

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCD3LD1K5218729
    Stock: 2003949643
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-05-2025

  • EV RebatesCertain EVs and PHEVs may be eligible for a rebate. Buyer and car must qualify.
    $17,500
    fair price
    $383 above market
    • 71,855 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Marina Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (360 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Close

    Located in Webster, NY / 360 miles away from Lansing, MI

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCM3LD7K5298358
    Stock: C12113
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-15-2025

  • Price Drop
    • 26,674 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Carvana (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Close

    Located in Richmond, VA / 507 miles away from Lansing, MI

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCM3LD7K5220100
    Stock: 2003963619
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-19-2025

  • EV RebatesCertain EVs and PHEVs may be eligible for a rebate. Buyer and car must qualify.
    $14,998
    great price
    $4,411 below market
    • 73,594 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Price Pro (91 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Maumee, OH / 91 miles away from Lansing, MI

    *** This vehicle is priced including the IRC 25E tax credit of $4000 or 30% of the sale price, whichever is less. The sale price assumes the assignmen...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCM3LD1N5536094
    Stock: CV24592D
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-19-2025

  • EV RebatesCertain EVs and PHEVs may be eligible for a rebate. Buyer and car must qualify.
    • 61,490 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Luther Nissan (450 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
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    Located in Inver Grove Heights, MN / 450 miles away from Lansing, MI

    Nissan Certified Select Certified, CARFAX 1-Owner, GREAT MILES 61,490! Gravity Blue exterior and Light Gray interior, EX trim. Heated Leather Seats, L...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCD3LDXK5315105
    Stock: 29032A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-17-2025

  • Price Drop
    $19,350
    great price
    $1,526 below market
    • 75,712 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 26 mi est. electric range
    • 5 Seats, 48 City / 44 Hwy MPG
    • Bill Estes Chevrolet (213 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Indianapolis, IN / 213 miles away from Lansing, MI

    RECALL NOTICE: Some vehicles offered for sale may be subject to unrepaired manufacturer safety recalls. To determine the recall status of a vehicle, v...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    46 Combined MPG (48 City/44 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNDCD3LD8N5530552
    Stock: BCI250325A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-05-2025

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Great car for San Diego; Flawed Heating System;

Lazyj, 10/24/2018
2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid LX 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6AM)
We live in Olympia, Washington. This is a great car for our needs. It's a small city, so 26 miles electric is plenty for our in-town driving. We just passed 3,000 miles, and have used 24 gallons of gasoline. We really like the ease of entry and exit. Upright seats, high enough off the ground so you don't crawl out of it like a Prius, and doors that open super wide. There is one … clear bit of lazy engineering: the heating system only works when the engine is running. The Prius Prime (the heads up competitor) has a heat pump system, that runs using electricity. The Niro does not, even though an air conditioner is essentially the same device as a heat pump running in reverse. In Olympia, where we have cool weather and dampness, we do need to run the heat all winter. That forces on the engine (but the car still is propelled as an electric; this big four-cylinder 1600cc engine running just to provide heat and defrost. This is why I say it's a great car for Phoenix or San Diego, where you don't need heat much of the time. Around here, the Prius Prime is probably a better value if it meets your needs. It does not meet our needs. I am a big 300# fella. This car fits me reasonably well. The Prius does not. Update at two years and 23,800 miles: We've had the Kia Niro Plug-in for two years now. We still like it. The E-Niro has become available, with 240 miles of range. If were were buying today, we would probably buy the full-electric. We've carefully tracked how many times we would have needed to charge "on the road." Three trips, for a total of about 10% of our total miles. Each time, we had overnight charging available to us close to where we stayed. Even if we had to pay a premium price for a fast charge, it would still be a great value to be all-electric -- charging at home is the equivalent of $1.20/gallon. No squeaks or rattles at the 2 year mark. Just entering winter, the frustrating season when we cannot run all-electric because of the heating system engineering flaw mentioned in the original review. Update at the 3-year mark: Still happy with the car. Have taken some longer road trips, and learned to use the "sport" mode for steep highway climbs. It drops you a gear lower, and the car zips up the steepest grades (and keeps the engine in the power range, so the "economy" gauge shows green. If buying a new car today, we would buy the E-Niro. Update at the 6 year mark. We still like the car a lot. Very spacious inside, small outside, comfortable, easy to get in and out. We have just had our very first repair, an item on which Kia has a specific service bulletin. The 12V battery was going dead. Very dead. I could charge it with a conventional battery charger, and it ran fine. Turns out the problem was a failed rear door latch, creating a power drain. A $447 repair. Other than that, it's been one oil change a year, and nothing else. We're seriously considering leasing a new E-Niro (lease is a way around the tax credit limitation we would face as a buyer). But we definitely urge Niro PHEV owners to learn where their 12V battery is in the rear cargo area, and also where the "jumper points" are under the hood.
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