2018 Kia Niro Plug In Hybrid Review / Comparison - In 4K

As part of their mission to increase their average fuel economy, Kia made the subcompact Niro crossover a hybrid by default and now they have added a bigger battery pack and an electric motor so you can drive electric only for up t0 26 miles. (As long as you don't need to heat the cabin, more on that in the video). This makes the Niro PHEV arguably Kia's most efficient vehicle for the average commuter. In an impressive move Kia also managed to package the battery under the rear seats so the Niro PHEV doesn't lose any cargo capacity vs the standard hybrid model.
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[@Kouryuuk]

I feel this channel is grossly under appreciated. You can get all the important information without having to leave your house and when you narrow it down you can go test drive them with a great knowledge base. I don’t understand how each of your videos don’t have millions of views, this is incredibly valuable information for anyone looking to buy a car.

[@sharedknowledge6640]

Kouryuuk You’re right on the money. This channel is way better than most at providing comprehensive and genuinely useful info.

[@johnmichaelMTBC]

Just got the regular niro and have been blown away. This car doesn’t get the recognition it deserves. Unreal how good of a car they were able to make at that price.

[@azera55555]

I truly think it's the best suv in its class BY FAR, get a high tech hybrid drivetrain and premium interior and exterior and no cvt and a ton of features all for the same money for say a Nissan Rogue Sport, there's just no comparison. Really want my mom to get this PHEV version

[@tenblinkers3173]

Niro is much smaller than the Rogue - that's the main difference (and the MPG of course).

[@azera55555]

why I said rogue sport and not rogue

[@johnmichaelMTBC]

azera55555 you couldn’t give me a Nissan. Their CVT is plagued with problems. My dad went through 3 transmission on his ‘15 pathfinder, got a new one from the lemon law, and had 3 more transmissions put it the second one. They bought it back and he got a 4Runner in stead

[@manoman0]

Ikr?! I am surprised to see the lates Kias/Hyundais and how they have become such great cars. I was considering a Tesla Model E (3) and putting down reservation money. Now I am waiting for the Kona EV.

[@zenornot9949]

This Review is perhaps the most thorough review I have ever watched on YT...Thanks

[@jmurphy1004]

Picked up a Snow White Pearl EX Premium PHEV a week ago and in my limited experience so far this review is spot on. We decided on the Niro based on the hatchback / CUV body style vs the Prius et al. In a week of commuting (80 mile round trip) I've averaged 69mg combined charging at home at night. That's comparable to my 2001 VW Golf TDI with far better creature comforts. The interior is excellent and the tech is very well though out. Kia has definitely hit a home run with the Niro PHEV.

[@elholto]

This video was so useful in my search for a"new to me" car. I was looking for a plug in hybrid that would work for my 6'3" frame and be able to climb the daily commute to my home in the Santa Cruz Mountains. This review was perfect (even filmed close to my home), gave me all the info I needed and I purchased a 2019 Kia Niro Plug In Hybrid last week. Thanks!

[@genierainbowmagick600]

how is it?

[@elholto]

@@genierainbowmagick600 I loved the car for the 6 months that I had it until the car was totaled by another car hitting me head on. I then bought the full electric version.

[@jamesf791]

Alex is simply the best here. He does his homework better than anyone else. And is extremely detailed and gives numbers

[@sscholle]

Most complete and detailed reviewer out there. Thanks Alex.

[@virginiaragtopper]

Hey Alex, Love your in-depth reviews and your keen insights into so many vehicles which you seem to keep within your noggin in great detail. The value of your reviews is very much heightened by your ability to do comparisons and analyses "on the fly" which is so helpful to us folk who don't get opportunities to have these cars for loan over a week or two as you do. But the real reason I'm writing for the first time after being a fan for so long looking at your videos, is that I just purchased a loaded EX Premium Kia Niro, and have to say this is a well thought out vehicle in so many ways. It feels extremely "planted" while driving so I have to only guess on how much better the "Touring Hybrid" with the wide and taller tires feels in this area. I traded in a 2012 Honda CRV that had 76K mis on the clock, and had to drive about a hundred miles to find a PHEV Niro, so the ride up with the Honda when compared with the ride back in the Niro was very different. The sense of stability and steadiness was significantly better in the Niro than in the CRV, which came as a surprise to me. The sensitivity to input and response in the steering wheel was markedly better in the Niro as well. The techical acoutrements in the Niro were years ahead of the CRV, with the highly functional "Smart" cruise, or adaptive cruise control, which works worlds better than the one in our 2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0 my wife drives for work, which I've driven many times using that feature. There's no sudden braking or seeming confusion like one feels in the Accord. Also, in the Accord, during slowdown while having the adaptive cruise control working, we've both experienced the very unsettling experience of the system crashing and simply not slowing down anymore with no advance warning, so it becomes a rather hair-raising experience to expect the car to keep slowing and in fact the system has crashed and no longer slows.........leaving you with a kind of exigency bordering on emergency to haul the car's speed down to avoid the rapidly approaching vehicle directly in front of you. We'll see if that happens with the Niro in time I guess, but the greater issue here is that these "safety" adaptations to motoring technology must be cautiously employed and enjoyed, because like anything else high-tech, they can fail completely when you least expect it. I'm pretty sure the "crash avoidance" feature in the Accord was simultaneously dismantled when the adaptive cruise control failed during both my wife's and my shocking experiences, which kind of defeats the whole purpose of the crash avoidance technology, it seems to me. Perhaps there's a glitch or problem with the system, but who can tell?? I do know that once this happens, the system must be shut down by turning off the vehicle, then restarting it, to get these systems working again. You begin to rely on these new technologies, since they make the driving experience much more enjoyable, particularly with the adaptive cruise control. The only thing missing on the Kia that we absolutely love on the new Accord is the Heads-up display which we've both come to really enjoy on the Accord. Speaking of the Accord's problems, we've also had trouble with speed limit visual recognition technology which optically recognizes and displays the speed limit on the dash as well as in the heads-up display in the windscreen. Frequently it has nothing to show, as I believe it defaults to "nothing" after so many minutes pass, since that's what appears to happen when speed limit signs fail to appear for lengthly periods of time,........and also we've seen speed limit signs of 90 and 100 mph on rare occasions which shows that the recognition tecnology is far from perfect, and clearly isn't linked with GPS navigation data which is inherent in all modern navigation systems. If that were the case there would never be a weird readout like 100 mph for example, and there would also never be a 'blank' screen when there's no frequent posted speed limit signs. These are very technical details but they're from experience so I think they're worth noting. BTW, I was hoping for a review of the new Accord Hybrid since it incorporates all of that Honda Sensing technology now and makes the car different and better in my opinion than the '17 model which you reviewed in great detail. I know they're similar in technology re: the drivetrain, but the car is so new it makes for a new experience and is worth a critical look at once again. It would have been appreciated since I was considering one of those and the Niro for this purchase. In the end, I found the pure electric mode really appealing, especially since we don't expect to use the car very much after we both officially retire at the end of this year, so if we keep it charged up daily, it should seldom require petrol in our driving styles. The Niro is a very interesting niche in hybrid technology it seems, having a really nice blend of usable storage space, easily accessible and roomy rear seating, economical running costs, and a nice sporty feel to the handling and driving experience. So far, I'm really pleased with our decision, and I guess time will tell if that satisfaction is durable, right?! So, thanks again for your excellent quality reviews, and I'll continue to visit your page to keep up with the never-dull world of automotive evolution. One final note, though I know I'm long-winded here. I discovered that CO2 exhausted by a Honda Accord Hybrid in a 15,000 mile yearly usage emits a whopping 6,192 lbs of the stuff. And that's a hybrid. I really had no mental concept of just how much carbon dioxide each vehicle was dumping into the atmosphere by our prolific use of internal combustion engines. Twice the weight of a car in just one year in the greenhouse gas CO2?? Good grief, man, no wonder we are concerned about our effect on the environment, our global warming activity.

[@nim205]

I came across your channel when I was looking for a new car a while ago. The clear, informative and factual unemotional presentation is excellent. I keep watching the videos even though I'm happy with what I bought because they are so well made.

[@littlebit9733]

The regular Niro is awesome, these are not high end vehicles, but the gas savings is so massive you cannot overlook them. We love it. 12 gallon fill up and over 600 miles per tank, soooo much better than regular cars.

[@doynemedical2554]

OMG Alex, I was waiting for this review with anticipation! Your the best!

[@stupid8911]

GREAT breakdown at the end of other plug-ins, Alex. You're doing an amazing job on these videos. Keep up the great work

[@runforit420]

Alex, your reviews are fantastic. How do you only have 326K subscribers?

[@rickybansal9465]

Alex is the ultimate authority in car reviews. Love this channel.

[@alliejr]

GREAT explanation of different types of plug-in hybrids!

[@blitzbbffl]

Brilliant analysis and presentation. One additional piece of information that I'd like to see you include for PHEVs is fuel tank volume and resultant combined range. Thank you.

[@BTC909]

www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.do?action=sbs&id=39799 11.4 Gallons 560 Miles Total Range

[@zapperone7]

blitzbbffl I own the Niro PHEV and highly recommend it, gas tank holds 11.3 gal. With one full tank and one full charge I can get ~550 miles. True useage though I go ~800 to 1,000 miles between fill ups with regular charging.

[@karlp8484]

Total range would have been nice to know

[@karlp8484]

Thanks, that's a lot.

[@baldheadlogic]

Also, can you include the fuel tank volume & combined range for hybrid vehicles in general.

[@bryandavies6074]

I've viewed lots of reviews of this car and this is probably the real-world best.

[@daveroush4896]

I love the thought of the Nero PHEV. But really wanting a great hybrid that is substantially larger, more along the size of the Sportage or Sorrento.

[@nkkarren]

I disagree that it's a "pity" the Niro has to turn on it's gas engine to heat the cabin. Rather, it was a smart design choice by the Kia engineers. When all you need is heat (as opposed to mechanical work) burning local hydrocarbon fuel beats draining a charged electric battery by orders of magnitude.

[@kychristenson4818]

That is if your commute to work is long enough to make it worth it. In dead winter it will normally take 5 to 10 minutes to heat up, so the majority of a drive to work would be on gas, which would be defeating the ability to drive all electric locally

[@littlebit9733]

I have to say it only takes my car about 5 minutes to heat up especially if I start driving after a few minutes. I always tap the pedal to get the engine running heat or not so it does not kick in dry when on the road. We have had a few 20-degree mornings and it heats up faster than my beast of a V8 which seems to take forever.

[@Equatis]

@@kychristenson4818 My 2018 Niro PHEV heats up in less than five minutes when it's 10F outside.

[@flexairz]

@@kychristenson4818 In dead winter, your batteries will reduce at least half of their capacity.

[@kychristenson4818]

And during that heat up time you are still burning hydrocarbons and other toxic additives so why the electric engine, only to run hybrid? And yeah do get less battery in winter on my honda clarity but I still get 38-40 miles and I've had it sitting out for a day in -20 and works great

[@blopez468th]

Great Review! Purchased a 2019 Niro phev based mainly on this review. Your analysis at the end was fantastic. Well the 2019, at least in my ex prem does not have the teal vent accents or the teal stitching on the leather. No case for the charging cord but came with a cargo cover. So far so good. Thanks Alex.

[@krecikowi]

I'm also considering this model. Don't forget to post another update after few months :).

[@blopez468th]

@@krecikowi had the car for a month now. 58 mile round trip daily commute and am able to charge while at work. 1400 miles so far and still have 3/4 of the original tank of gas. Trying to get to 3k before the first fill up. The car drives fine just going up steep hills on the freeway turns it into a slug. My driving style turns aggressive trying to keep up with the flow of traffic -in the slow lane- going up steeper freeway hills.

[@krecikowi]

@@blopez468th Thank you for update. I'm also looking into Ioniq (maybe even plug-in!). It is interesting how those cars are basically unknown in US.

[@4dub802]

We r starting a family and want to make sure we got honest feedback/review of this hybrid before purchasing thank you sir!

[@Wire-Free]

Best PHEV over all and comprehensive video, TY!

[@FMRodz]

Great Review! I have been been looking to go green for my next car, but have been on the fence of going full EV. I got a lot of information from this review and I think that a plug in hybrid would be a good way to transition to a full EV in the future. Keep posting the great content!

[@Дмитро-х2г]

Nice car. KIA really produces some winners lately and is becoming one of my favorite brands.

[@chewie94116]

Great lecture on plug-in and hybrid/plug-in cars. I think Kia Niro definitely looks like a mini-SUV and prefer it over a Prius Prime

[@balamus]

Hi Alex, it would be super awesome if you could also include a review section on the performance of active safety features such as lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control for new vehicles. More and more people are looking for such features in new cars.

[@bchamp5182]

You do the Best Car Reviews ! You know all the infos, you explain and compare ! Can not ask for more !

[@Jupiter065]

Crossover, hatchback, doesn't matter, as long as it gives me the headroom my 6'6" frame needs I'm definitely interested! Finally a PHEV that can replace my Matrix

[@zapperone7]

I'm 6'1 (I know, not even close to 6' 6"), but I have plenty of space in my Niro PHEV, if that helps. The seat height is fully adjustable, even on the LX, so there is room for the taller folks!

[@Jupiter065]

Jonathan Gerke Thanks!

[@briancallaway]

Outstanding review! As a potential Niro PHEV buyer still doing their homework, I wanted to mention that the Niro PHEV is NOT eligible for the full $7,500 federal tax credit because its battery pack is less than 16 kWh in capacity. The Niro has a 8.9 kWh battery so the federal tax credit is reduced to $4,543 (fueleconomy.gov/feg/taxevb.shtml). That makes the after-tax-credit price of the base model closer to $23.5k rather than the "under $21k" as stated in the video. This still seems like a great price in the market.

[@OZZl3]

I don't know if it's standard in 2020 but I got mine second hand with Michelin tyres, ride is super smooth. I love it, wish it went slightly further on pure EV but it's pretty good anyway.

[@techpappee]

IMO, a crossover is determined by body style and height not if it offers AWD. The Nissan Kicks doesn't offer AWD but its clearly a small SUV. Then there's the fact that not everyone even takes/purchases AWD in CUVs or SUVs. Are those (Tuscon/Rogue Sport, etc) not an SUVs since they didnt purchase AWD? AWD doesn't make a vehicle a CUV/SUV.

[@FlaMark100]

Correct, cant you get a Chevy Tahoe in two wheel drive? By not having four wheel drive make it something else?

[@smashogre4766]

Great vid! Very helpful, and I personally love the level of detail.

[@peterzpictstube]

Great job as usual can't wait for Clarity review!

[@tjsullivan4793]

Me too

[@craigmarker7092]

Yet another very comprehensive video! Great information Alex!... I'm shopping later this year (waiting for the Honda Insight)...

[@gwenandrix]

I have had my Niro for a year now and absolutely love it. I found it interesting that the plug in version has a 12 volt battery in addition to the hybrid batteries. Mine does not have a 12 volt battery.

[@ehrendog]

We love this PHEV...use mostly Electric in City and NO range anxiety/looking for charging station on long trips

[@smokeurs]

Thanks for the great review. 1. I like that you informed us about the Tax breaks/credits, and could soon disappear. 2. Here is my suggestion for the question of what to call this 'type' vehicle, catagorize the Nero as a 'CUV' [Compact Utility Vehicle, or Crossover Utility Vehicle]!

[@SvikDK]

I don´t get why peoble complain about the car need the enginge to produce heat. This is NOT an EV car, but an Ice with EV as a bonus. If it was equipped with at heater, the range would drop drastic in the cold, and the EV range would be really low. And if you can live with a low range, get a regular EV instead. Interessting also, that there are differences in cargo area in the US vs. Europe version, since the PHEV loses 25% cargo space compared the the regular HEV. But thats all under the bootfloor. Great review anyway, even if I think the EV range was abit on the low side. I get around 32-35 miles on pure EV driving i mine. Maybe 28-30 in freezing temperature :)

[@BERNIEO4]

I no longer want the full EV now that i've seen this a couple of times...

[@groverhouse8052]

So excited to see this review. Went to the atl car show to view! Thank Alex!!! Btw love your new truck.

[@mrdsn189]

Hi Alex, I'm curious why you don't include reliability in your vehicle reviews? Quite frankly for me (and many other consumers) reliability is one of the most important factors in my purchase decisions.

[@gerardferry4709]

mrdsn189 If you want reliability try mitsubishi outlander phev with 10yrs warranty

[@RyanPoe]

niro has a 10 year warranty as well, and is around $10,000 less

[@gerardferry4709]

Ryan Poe I test drove both vehicle and I would say Mitsu Outlander PHEV is way more torque and faster with super all wheel control system 4x4

[@FlaMark100]

Im more worried about if Mitsubishi will still be in the US in the next few years. there sales are terrible they have been just holding on for a long time now.

[@Snowieandfrostie]

As an owner of Kia Rondo, I really wish that Kia expand on Niro and Rondo line up. These vehicles are exactly what I have been looking for. The only issue is that they are a bit small. I think they could make mid-size versions of Niro and/or Rondo. I think it is possible if they stopped focusing sedans. Sedans are dead. In Canada, parking space is much smaller, making sedans very difficult to park.

[@Snowieandfrostie]

I really do not think SUV's is the ultimate vehicles. They need to come a little closer to the Earth without comprising utility, which Niro and Rondo beautifully achieve.

[@ltkwok2961]

I have a Ford CMax Plugin. Looks like this is the next car if a better PHEV don't come along or if pure EVs don't come down in price.

[@jamesgand828]

I honestly don't understand why no one ever puts the total miles that can be achieved with plugin cars. So the tank size for this car is 11.9 gallon. The battery has around 26mpge. So in total, you are getting really close to 600 miles of range.

[@rwpresley]

Excellent video. The best I have seen by far.

[@Richard-ie1if]

makes you really question wtf the point of the bmw i3 is when compared to this

[@galenklein9323]

Great Job! Thanks for the detailed information, we already own a Bolt and looking for something more efficient and practical to replace our Minivan.

[@scottgruber589]

Great review if I'm understanding correctly if you want a plug in hybrid that will run on electric straight is the Volt is the option

[@johndonaldson5126]

Take a look at the Honda Clarity too.

[@billauld9978]

Great video. Helped us tremendously with our car buying. Thanks!

[@johnjames7712]

AWD and I’d be sold on this.

[@firstcitytraveler]

It is a Small Station Wagon according to my window sticker and the EPA.

[@nyrubin]

Aww man the a.c. and heater work on battery alone? 15:45 a.c. yes hear on high no. Thanks for the video

[@DesmondMoyden]

Wow, such a great and informative video. Thank you! Subscribed!

[@johnnyViDeO]

Volt is the sportiest, the best looking, and gets 53 miles on a charge, which is almost double its competitors, and it's all about EV range for most green people. I'm waiting for the EV Niro to kick come ICE butt.

[@Max-xl9qv]

There should also be a KIA Pacino. And the top of the line vehicle, the godfather - KIA Brando.

[@picdelafarandole5729]

Funny !

[@blermer]

Outstanding Review. Thank you.

[@krecikowi]

Alex, on your size comparison graph you could show actual inches. It is hard to know "how much"... 1 in? 2 inches?

[@sharedknowledge6640]

Great video but it’s now 2020 and Kia still only has the 2019 Niro on their website and dealers still have only 2019 models on their lots when most 2020 models hit the pavement months ago. And that’s true for any flavor of Niro. Are Niro sales so poor Kia is holding back the 2020 improved face lifted version? Or is Kia having problems delivering what car buyers expect?

[@mickthompson7890]

Very good review. I have one on order; great bang for buck!

[@claytonroot806]

7:12 As the owner of a Niro Hybrid SX Touring model, I'm afraid I HAVE to disagree. The cargo space is NOT identical. The regular Niro has a very useful small WELL at the right rear corner, capable of holding two 2 liter Soda Bottles standing upright, or other items which you don't want flying around in the trunk. In the PHEV, there is a 12 Volt Battery occupying that space. Additionally, when you lift the cargo floor panel, there are MANY more storage cubbies in the Hybrid Niro than in the PHEV which is primarily taken up by the EV battery. All together, this adds up to MORE space for cargo in the Non-PlugIn version of the Niro. My Canadian Niro also came equipped with a FULL SIZED spare tire as well. That's NEVER going to happen here so a buyer is STUCK with a can of Fix-A-Flat..

[@roxanneparra9166]

Alex would you buy a plug in or non plug in?

[@adamhawa1143]

Looks better then the prius

[@krecikowi]

Alex, one more comment. When you compare this plug in to C-Max plug-in it is important to not TERRIBLE Ford design, that completely obliterates cargo space. Basically there is no space at the back in C-max.

[@Zimpaz]

Looks a nice car but I’m waiting for the fully electric version.

[@princejayI1993]

Is that mustang yellow or yellow-green?

[@bwj999]

Does anyone know, does the NON-plug in Hybrid Niro use the gas engine for heat as well, or does it have a heat pump / coil heat system?

[@gordonfreeman6896]

i'm very interested in this car, but if i understand correctly, the drivign distance on battery only is 26 miles...so about 42 km? that's it?

[@sineadnibhrin3873]

gordon Freeman 58km range on full charge

[@karlp8484]

The accents aren't just light blue, they're Teal. One tiny example of your precision. So this top trim PHEV is nearly $20,000 less expensive than the Tesla model 3. Yeah.

[@BradKalinoski]

Why cant we just call it what it is. A STATION WAGON. I have no problem calling it that. I bought a fully loaded one Touring Edition of the Non plug in and I think this is a fantastic car.

[@FlaMark100]

I have a Niro ex a wagon has the same head room as a sedan, Niro has more, and a higher seat height. more like a compact cross over suv

[@MRP.Germany]

Thanks Alex for another great review and love how you added the analysis on at the end!!! I think you said enough for me to go out and get one. The Prius is a great car too and very efficient but the look..... I can’t quite digest. I love your new Durango but do you still have your Kia Soul Ev?

[@zapperone7]

Marshal Pearson I bought the Niro PHEV LX and I love it! No regrets!! Exceeds my expectations

[@MRP.Germany]

Jonathan Gerke, great to hear that you enjoy your LX!!! I think it’s a great value and you can be “greenish” and not look like you’re in a spaceship.....hehehe

[@JenWitsShamanicPractitioner]

Thank you super nice job!

[@davidblack5654]

Niro is a crossover. It's designed like one to me.

[@alliglass7694]

NOT A CROSSOVER! I put that as an exclamation b/c people will be disappointed expecting this to act as an SUV/ crossover like the Ford Edge, Chevy Equinox, etc. I've owned a Jeep Liberty, Ford Escape, & Chrysler Pacifica Crossover Wagon. The Chrysler was a crossover being a Wagon/ Minivan for space & cargo area while it was as capable as my Jeep for heavy rains, light flooding, and driving in snow. I will NEVER drive this Kia Niro in heavy rains/ light flooding or heavy snow. If I hit the mountains in winter I will REQUIRE snow chains. This is a small wagon or hatchback. Seriously a Ford Fusion Energi is 20.3 inches longer than this wagon. Kia Niro specs are similar to Toyota Matrix which no one called a SUV even though it had an AWD option. Statements that a Nissan Kick is an SUV are incorrect since it too is a wagon albeit a sporty version. God forbid anyone say they drive a wagon .I really miss the Volvo V70 when it was still an independent Swiss car company. Volvo created that 3rd row seat that folds down and faces back, which Telsa HAS & it is all the rage. A city driver in an area with mild weather will get the best fuel economy with the KIA Niro or Niro PHEV. See The Kia Niro forums - gas mileage is frustrating people in very cold/ very hot climates driving highways primarily. I like but DON'T love it which is why I did a lease. The tech is so new & I waited until the clutch jerk issue was resolved before signing anything. The issue became a recall. If you need a cargo area that will handle a serious Costco trip, you need a car for a 70+ pound dog, you have 4 or less in your family, &/or you have tall friends & family members you regularly drive in the back seat then this is your plug-in. If you have more than 3 car seats, you have a family of 5 or more, or you have more than 2 large 70+ pound dogs then save up for the new Chrysler Pacifica Mini-Van PHEV. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is only an option if you live less than 20-30 minutes from a Mitsubishi dealership & you have AAA for towing.

[@SJ-xp7zi]

After Federal tax credit, it looks like the plug-in model is cheaper than its comparable regular hybrid model. If one were to never plug it in, does the PHEV perform just like the regular hybrid (Niro EX-premium in both models)? If it were never plugged in, is there any reason NOT to get the PHEV over the regular hybrid if it's cheaper?

[@cah95046]

Under 21,000 for the base LX after tax credit? Are you including a CA tax credit? LX 28000, fed tax credit 4500 , $23400 net.

[@Zimpaz]

Can you set a timer to preheat the cabin?

[@ericngai5811]

Whats that mustang in the back? 3:09

[@teddygelafeir1498]

id like to know if there's any problem with niro's DCT, not sure if it is less problematic than hyundai tuscon 7 speed DCT

[@coorsleftfield]

3.3kw charger is disappointing. Most L2 home EVSE units can deliver about 7kw.

[@starmoral3971]

Does Kia PHEV has Charge Mode , to charge HV battery ?

[@williamerazo1685]

If they have put 10kw to the battery pack I would buy it

[@nowellingram3855]

Your awesome help!

[@TheMichaelRN]

Station wagon.

[@flavioguy]

How tall are you?!

[@andrewkennedy9704]

When is the mustang review coming?

[@martinmartin5904]

I take the Prius over this Niro . I don't want to feel guilty of turning on the heater as in an old vw bug ,who drank some gasoline to warm you .

[@rossgeller729]

Thanks for the review. If 99% of the time the car is driven in EV mode, will it damage the gas engine in the long run?

[@zapperone7]

G Gong No, it'll automatically run the gas engine if needed and not used for a long duration. Kia has thought of it!

[@gerardferry4709]

How about the mitsubishi outlander phev super all wheel control system. S-AWC 4x4 with 76MPG and 156MPGe

[@charlesb4573]

Cost and fuel efficiency is good, but this not an attractive vehicle and it carries the Kia badge.

[@adamhawa1143]

Hatchback

[@sharearechowdhury8617]

any car is better looking than a Prius ..........

[@swanblake]

shareare muhith disagree, the Honda Civic Type R

[@gregghorner9107]

I'm actually a little pissed they made is so butt ugly. The wife wants one and I will have to look at the eyesore in my driveway every day.

[@sharearechowdhury8617]

Blake Swan actually I agree.. that's 1 thing I don't like about Japanese car.. they never learned how to design a car..

[@sharearechowdhury8617]

gregg horner save ur money and buy her a Tesla model 3.. or any other car in the world..

[@duranamo4297]

Now the intro is too quiet haha we'll never win

[@LoveStallion]

We must persevere!

[@silkhead44]

kona ev?

[@alliejr]

For some reason, Alex was not invited to the Kona launch event in Hawaii. I saw "lesser" KZbin and other auto journalist there, so I don't know why he was snubbed.

[@SvikDK]

Niro EV ;)

[@LuisAc]

nah, its a hatchback

[@geekomedia]

dope

[@swanblake]

Between all the EVs and SUVs recently reviewed I'm becoming very depressed. So boring

[@thor923]

Meap

[@ltkwok2961]

It's a hatchback. Not attractive... more like less ugly than the PP.

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

Dual clutch + direct injection = bad long term reliability. Also the toxic emissions of that direct injection engine are the exact opposite of a supposedly "clean" car. Better get a clean, reliable Prius.

[@philtripe]

i agree about the dct, a red flag at least but DI engines have lower emissions than PI...diesel emissions are bad for people but cars are safer for people but just as damaging to the environment

[@BobBurghart]

I was skeptical of your claim regarding emissions - wrongly so. Direct injected engines emit significantly more fine particulate matter than port injected. articles.sae.org/13624/

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

stickloaf Don't just spread lies about something you obviously know absolutely nothing about. DI engines have much worse, much more harmful emissions than PI. In comparison between the Niro and the Prius the particle number is around 10 times higher: www.adac.de/infotestrat/tests/eco-test/detail.aspx?IDMess=3929&info=KIA+Niro+1.6+GDI+Hybrid+Spirit www.adac.de/infotestrat/tests/eco-test/detail.aspx?IDMess=3956&info=Toyota+Prius+1.8+Hybrid+Executive Also the particles of DI engiens are far smaller, so they don't get ftiltered by the human lungs, entering driectly into blood, brain and organs, causing tumors and DNA damage.

[@killacamfoo]

Mgoblagulkablong lol CLEAN. far from it.

[@graham-jefferson]

I was unaware of this GDI and particulate matter issue. Thanks for the link to a reputable source!

[@petergozinya6122]

First ?