Video Summary
Here is a summary of the YouTube video review of the Kia Niro.- The new Niro's price is about 10% higher than the previous version.
- The rear light design looks similar to a Volvo.
- There are vents on the side to improve air flow for better efficiency.
- Optional gray paint can be applied to the rear side panel to look like the side blade on an Audi R8.
- EV models get 17-inch alloy wheels as standard, while hybrid versions have 16 or 18-inch wheels depending on the spec.
- Entry-level models lack blacked-out windows.
- All models have black paneling on the sides.
- The reviewer likes the treatment of the front of the vehicle with the chrome trim and grille effect. On the entry-level car, these sections are silver rather than chrome.
- The starting price is about £28,000, which is about £3,000 more than the previous generation.
- The inside is an improvement from the previous Niro, with sweeping designs, quality materials, and soft-touch surfaces.
- The climate control touches and buttons are well weighted and simple to use.
- Android Auto does not occupy the full wide screen, as parts of it are blacked off.
- The headrests protrude forward a little.
- There are larger vanity mirrors.
- There is good head and leg room in the rear.
- The floor is flat in the rear, making space for three passengers at once.
- The rear seat is quite narrow and flat.
- Cup holders on the armrest are not covered.
- The isofix points are slightly difficult to reach.
- The isofix mounting position keeps the baby seat level.
- There are USB outlets on the backs of the seats, making it difficult for passengers’ legs to be tangled in the cords.
- Boot capacity is 475 liters on the EV model.
- The EV version of the Niro has the biggest boot. The normal hybrid version's boot is 25 liters less, and the plug-in hybrid's is 360 liters due to the batteries being located under the boot.
- When the back seats are folded down, they are completely flat for simple loading and storing.
- The suspension is just right and offers a good balance. It deals well with bumps but does not lean during turns. There is a clunking sound from the suspension over bumps.
- The regenerative brakes can have a grabby feeling at first touch.
- Four settings exist for regen settings.
- The range of the EV version was 260 miles in real-world conditions.
- The turning circle is 10.7m, slightly better than the key competition.
- The driver likes the auto-steer function on long journeys.
- The reviewer found the Lane Departure Warning too sensitive.
- This EV version can toe 750Kg, while hybrid versions can toe up to 1300 Kg.
- The EV motor outputs 201 hp.
- The reviewer recommends shortlisting the new Kia Niro. He believes the Niro is worth the price, considering the value for money.
- There is a vehicle-to-load functionality, which can be used to run household appliances off the car battery.
- Can charge to 80% in 45 mins.
- The electric Kia Niro’s 0-60 is 7.8 seconds.
- Top version has vegan-friendly faux leather interior.
- One issue to having the charging port at the front was how a slight collision with the front would damage the port, preventing the vehicle from charging.
- If those driving the hybrid versions have battery power, and are close to hospitals or schools, the engine will automatically switch off.
- Steering wheel can block the speed meter for those sitting low.
