Used 2019 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid SUV Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2019 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 Niro Hybrid is reviewed separately.
Which Niro Plug-In Hybrid trim does Edmunds recommend?
Although it's tempting to get the fully loaded EX Premium trim, we think the value lies in the standard EX. It has many features that will improve the ownership experience such as driver assist functions, excellent smartphone integration and heated seats.
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Comparing average pricing near
Nashua, NH
| Vehicle | Niro Plug-In Hybrid LX | Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX | Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX Premium |
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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 | standard | standard | standard |
| Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not Available | Not Available | standard |
| Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available | optional |
| Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Engine power | 139 hp | 139 hp | 139 hp |
| Engine torque | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| 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 | 3,161 lb. | 3,161 lb. | 3,274 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 | Light Gray, leather/cloth Charcoal, leather/cloth | Light Gray, leather Charcoal, leather |
| Exterior | Snow White Pearl Runway Red Silky Silver Gravity Blue Aurora Black Pearl Platinum Graphite | Snow White Pearl Runway Red Silky Silver Gravity Blue Aurora Black Pearl Platinum Graphite | Snow White Pearl Runway Red Silky Silver Gravity Blue Aurora Black Pearl Platinum Graphite |