Used 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid SUV Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is available in three trims. It starts off with the LX, which comes with a nice set of features, including a 7-inch touchscreen display and many advanced driver safety aids. The EX provides more convenience-oriented and safety features, while the top EX Premium adds luxury items such as leather upholstery and premium audio. All three trims are powered by the same 1.6-liter four-cylinder hybrid electric powertrain (139 horsepower, 195 pound-feet combined output) that sends power to the front wheels through a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Note that the regular 2018 Niro Hybrid is reviewed separately.
Which Niro Plug-In Hybrid trim does Edmunds recommend?
The Niro PHEV comes in three trim levels. The LX is a particularly good deal because it comes with plenty of standard features. But consider stepping up to get the midgrade EX. Its heated seats and blind-spot and cross-traffic monitoring will be valuable to have over the course of ownership.
Compare trims side-by-side
Comparing average pricing near
Bothell, WA
| Vehicle | Niro Plug-In Hybrid LX | Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX | Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle | Editors' Pick EX 1.6L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6AM See all Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX for sale1 for sale near you | ||
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| Section Title | Features | Features | Features |
| Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard |
| Navigation | Not Available | Not Available | standard |
| Satellite radio | standard | standard | standard |
| Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard |
| Cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
| Adaptive cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
| Parking assistance | Not Available | Not Available | standard |
| Upholstery | cloth | leather/cloth | leather |
| Heated seats | Not Available | standard | standard |
| Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not Available | Not Available | standard |
| Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard |
| Sunroof | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Engine power | 139 hp @ 5,700 rpm | 139 hp @ 5,700 rpm | 139 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Engine torque | 195 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 1.6 l | 1.6 l | 1.6 l |
| Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Tire size | 205/60R16 | 205/60R16 | 205/60R16 |
| Wheel size | - | - | - |
| Wheel type | alloy wheels | alloy wheels | alloy wheels |
| Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPG (Gas only) | 48 / 44 / 46 MPG | 48 / 44 / 46 MPG | 48 / 44 / 46 MPG |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPGe (Electric + Gas) | 110 / 99 / 105 MPGe | 110 / 99 / 105 MPGe | 110 / 99 / 105 MPGe |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 11.3 gal. |
| Gas Driving Range (city/hwy) | 542 / 497 miles | 542 / 497 miles | 542 / 497 miles |
| Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Section Title | Battery | Battery | Battery |
| EPA Electricity Range | 26 mi. | 26 mi. | 26 mi. |
| EPA KWh / 100 mi. | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| Time To Charge Battery (At 240V) | 2.3 hr. | 2.3 hr. | 2.3 hr. |
| Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
| Turning circle | 34.8 ft. | 34.8 ft. | 34.8 ft. |
| Curb weight | 3,391 lb. | 3,391 lb. | 3,391 lb. |
| Ground Clearance | 6.3 in. | 6.3 in. | 6.3 in. |
| Overall Width with Mirrors | - | - | - |
| Overall Width without Mirrors | 71.1 in. | 71.1 in. | 71.1 in. |
| Height | 60.8 in. | 60.8 in. | 60.8 in. |
| Length | 171.5 in. | 171.5 in. | 171.5 in. |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo Space | 19.4 cu. ft. | 19.4 cu. ft. | 19.4 cu. ft. |
| Front Head Room | 40.1 in. | 40.1 in. | 40.1 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.0 in. | 56.0 in. | 56.0 in. |
| Rear Head Room | 39.1 in. | 39.1 in. | 39.1 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 37.4 in. | 37.4 in. | 37.4 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 55.2 in. | 55.2 in. | 55.2 in. |
| Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
| True Cost to Own® | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Average Cost Per Mile | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Depreciation | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Financing | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Taxes & Fees | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Insurance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Maintenance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Repairs | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors |
| Interior | Charcoal, cloth Light Gray, cloth | Charcoal, leather/cloth Light Gray, leather/cloth | Charcoal, leather Light Gray, leather |
| Exterior | Silky Silver Platinum Graphite Gravity Blue Aurora Black Pearl Snow White Pearl | Silky Silver Platinum Graphite Gravity Blue Aurora Black Pearl Snow White Pearl | Silky Silver Platinum Graphite Gravity Blue Aurora Black Pearl Snow White Pearl |