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2024 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2024 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid is a compact crossover SUV available in EX and SX Touring trim levels. Each has a plug-in hybrid powertrain based on a 1.6-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine paired with a 62-kW electric motor and 11.1-kWh battery pack. Total system output measures 180 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission powers the front wheels; an all-wheel-drive system is not available.
 
EX
The most affordable version of the Niro PHEV includes:

  • 16-inch wheels
  • Roof rails
  • Heated windshield and side mirrors
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Synthetic leather seats with cloth inserts
  • Heated front seats
  • 10.25-inch digital instrument display
  • 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
  • Wireless phone charger

Kia provides a generous list of standard driver assistance systems and safety features including:

  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Kia and the car in front)
  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Intersection collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision during a left turn and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
  • Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
  • Lane centering system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
  • Driver attention warning (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

SX Touring
Builds on the EX trim level with:

  • 18-inch wheels
  • LED headlights and foglights
  • Power liftgate
  • Sunroof
  • Synthetic leather upholstery
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Harman Kardon premium audio system
  • Digital key capability (allows you to use your smartphone as a key to enter and drive the vehicle)
  • Front parking sensors

The Niro Plug-in Hybrid offers only a few options, including: 

  • Cold Weather package
    • Upgraded cabin heater
    • Heated steering wheel (standard on SX Touring)
    • Heated rear seats
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Carpeted floor mats
  • Cargo cover

Which Niro Plug-In Hybrid trim does Edmunds recommend?

Kia offers the Niro in two trim levels, and there is a substantial difference in price between them. That's why we recommend the base EX version, which keeps a lid on cost while maximizing value. Upgrade to the SX Touring and you get lots of extras, but then you might also decide to go ahead and get a larger vehicle.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Tahlequah, OK
Vehicle
Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX
Niro Plug-In Hybrid SX Touring
Vehicle
SX Touring
1.6L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6AM
Starting MSRP
$40,140
Avg Price Paid
$37,490
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
Parking assistance
standard
standard
Upholstery
leatherette/cloth
leatherette
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not Available
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
180 hp
180 hp
Engine torque
195 lb-ft
195 lb-ft
Engine displacement
1.6 l
1.6 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed automated manual
6-speed automated manual
Tire size
205/60R16
225/45R18
Wheel size
16 X 6.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG (Gas only)
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe (Electric + Gas)
N/A / N/A / 108 MPGe
N/A / N/A / 108 MPGe
Fuel Capacity
9.8 gal.
9.8 gal.
Gas Driving Range (city/hwy)
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Battery

Battery

EPA Electricity Range
33 mi.
31 mi.
EPA KWh / 100 mi.
N/A
N/A
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)
2.8 hr.
2.8 hr.
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
35.8 ft.
35.8 ft.
Curb weight
3,497 lb.
3,497 lb.
Ground Clearance
6.3 in.
6.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
71.8 in.
71.8 in.
Height
60.8 in.
60.8 in.
Length
174.0 in.
174.0 in.
Wheelbase
107.1 in.
107.1 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
19.4 cu. ft.
19.4 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
Front Leg Room
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.2 in.
56.2 in.
Rear Head Room
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
39.8 in.
39.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.4 in.
55.4 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
Not Available
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Financing
Not Available
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
Not Available
Not Available
Repairs
Not Available
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Charcoal, leatherette/cloth
Charcoal, leatherette
Exterior
Cityscape Green
Graphite Gray
Steel Gray
Mineral Blue
Aurora Black Pearl
Snow White Pearl
Runway Red
Cityscape Green
Graphite Gray
Steel Gray
Mineral Blue
Mineral Blue w/Black
Aurora Black Pearl
Snow White Pearl
Runway Red