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Not to be confused with Dodge Nitro.
Kia Niro (DE)
Overview
ManufacturerKia Motors
Production2016–present
Model years2017–present
AssemblySouth Korea: Hwaseong, Gyeonggi (Hwaseong Plant)[1]
DesignerPeter Schreyer
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
RelatedKia KX3
Hyundai Ioniq
Powertrain
Engine1.6 L Kappa III I4 (104 hp)
Electric motorElectric motor (43 hp)
Transmission6-speed dual-clutch
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length4,355 mm (171.5 in)
Width1,805 mm (71.1 in)
Height1,545 mm (60.8 in)
Curb weight1,409–1,434 kg (3,106–3,161 lb)

The Kia Niro is a hybrid subcompact crossover manufactured by Kia Motors since 2016. A plug-in version was launched in the United Kingdom in the end of 2017, and in the United States in the beginning of 2018,[2][3] with an electric version expected to follow in 2018.[4][5]

Development

Concept (2013)

Kia Niro Concept at Festival automobile international 2018 in Paris

The Kia Niro concept debuted at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show. The car, designed almost entirely by Peter Schreyer at Kia's Frankfurt studio, is a sporty three door subcompact crossover, with butterfly doors that open into the roof panel.[6]

The front wheels are powered by the 1.6 litre Gamma inline-4 producing 160 hp mated with a seven speed rotary-shifted[7] dual-clutch transmission, while a 45-hp electric hybrid system powers the rear wheels when driving in rougher road conditions.[8]

KX-3 Concept

The Kia KX-3 concept followed at the 2014 Guangzhou Auto Show. Inspired by the earlier Niro concept, it has grown larger in size into a compact SUV, measuring 167.71 inches (4,260 mm) long and 69.48 inches (1,765 mm) wide. A turbocharged 1.6 litre engine delivers power to all four wheels via a seven speed dual clutch transmission.[9]

Production version

Plug-in Hybrid

The 2017 Kia Niro was unveiled at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. A subcompact hybrid utility vehicle, the Niro uses a hybrid powertrain producing altogether 139 hp, and returns a fuel economy of 43 to 50 miles per US gallon (5.5 to 4.7 L/100 km)[10] by also using lightweight materials, including high strength steel and aluminium.[11]

Its battery has a capacity of 1.56 kWh, and a weight of 33 kg.

Kia markets the exterior design, as "un-hybrid",[12] saying it is more conventional than other hybrid cars.[13]

In 2018, a plug-in version is offered as well.[14][15] The Kia Niro and Niro Plug-in Hybrid form part of Kia hybrid range[16] that also includes the Optima Plug-in Hybrid and Optima Sportswagon Plug-in Hybrid. The Kia Niro went on sale in South Korea on 31 March 2016.[17] In its first month on sale Niro hit an all time sales record in South Korea's green car market, even beating the Hyundai Ioniq.[18]

Engine

Gasoline/Hybrid Engine
Engine Name Trim Displacement (bore x stroke) Power@rpm, Torque@rpm Compression ratio (:1)
Kappa III FE, LX, EX, Touring 1,579 cc (96.4 cu in) (72.0 mm × 97.0 mm (2.83 in × 3.82 in)) 104 hp (78 kW; 105 PS)@5700, 109 lb⋅ft (148 N⋅m)@4000 13:1
electric motor 43 hp (32 kW; 44 PS)1850-2500, 125 lb⋅ft (169 N⋅m)@0-1800 na
combined 139 hp (104 kW; 141 PS)@5700, 195 lb⋅ft (264 N⋅m)@4000 13:1

Safety

Euro NCAP

Euro NCAP test results for a LHD variant on a registration from 2016:[19]

Test Score Points
Overall:
Adult occupant: 83% 31.8
Child occupant: 80% 39.6
Pedestrian: 57% 24.3
Safety assist: 59% 7.1

2016 Guinness World Record

In December 2016, the Niro officially received a Guinness World Records title for the lowest fuel consumption by a hybrid vehicle, as it traveled from Los Angeles to New York City with a fuel consumption record of 76.6 mpg.[20] This record had last been held by the Kia Optima Hybrid in 2011, with a fuel consumption average of 64.55 mpg. [21]

References

  1. ^ http://pr.kia.com/en/now/tour/global-plant/hwaseong-plant.do
  2. ^ Szymkowski, Sean (2017-09-07). "2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid goes on sale in UK". Green Car Reports. Retrieved 2018-03-16.
  3. ^ Wheeler, Steve (2018-02-23). "2018 Kia Niro". The Advocate. Retrieved 2018-03-16.
  4. ^ "2018 Kia Niro EV spied | CarAdvice". CarAdvice.com. Retrieved 2017-11-11.
  5. ^ "Electric Hyundai Kona, Kia Niro production to rise again: report". Green Car Reports. Retrieved 2017-11-11.
  6. ^ Meiners, Jens (August 29, 2013). "Kia Niro Concept". Car and Driver. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  7. ^ Cupler, Justin (August 9, 2013). "2013 Kia Niro Concept". Top Speed. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  8. ^ "2013 Niro Concept". Kia. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  9. ^ Garlitos, Kirby (November 21, 2014). "2014 Kia KX3 Concept". Top Speed. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  10. ^ "2017 Kia Niro Hybrid Touring Review". Automoblog.net. February 23, 2017. Retrieved March 2, 2017.
  11. ^ Wendler, Andrew (February 11, 2016). "2017 Kia Niro Hybrid Debuts, Spearheading New Green Lineup". Car and Driver. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  12. ^ Joseph, Noah (February 11, 2014). "Kia Niro crossover is the company's first dedicated hybrid". Autoblog. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  13. ^ McCormick, John (February 11, 2014). "Green Day For Kia Niro, Optima Plug-In Hybrid". Forbes. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  14. ^ Halvorson, Bengt. "2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid". Car and Driver. Retrieved 14 September 2018.
  15. ^ Florea, Ciprian (February 11, 2016). "2017 Kia Niro". Top Speed. Retrieved February 14, 2016.
  16. ^ "Kia Hybrid Cars | Optima & Niro PHEV". www.brayleys.co.uk. Retrieved 2017-08-14.
  17. ^ "Kia Niro Officially Launched in Korea - Kia Niro Forums". www.niroforums.co.uk. Retrieved 2016-06-02.
  18. ^ Park, Chang-young (2016-05-09). "Kia Motors' Niro hits record high in monthly sales - Pulse by Maeil Business News Korea". pulsenews.co.kr. Retrieved 2018-03-16.
  19. ^ "Kia Niro". Euro NCAP. Retrieved August 11, 2017.
  20. ^ Uceda, Erick (December 21, 2016). "2017 Kia Niro Sets Guinness World Records' Title for Lowest Fuel Consumption by a Hybrid Vehicle". The Korean Car Blog. Retrieved December 22, 2016. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  21. ^ Palermo, Nick (July 2013). "Volkswagen Passat TDI Sets World Record for Fuel Economy". Autotrader. Retrieved September 28, 2017. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
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