2024 Kia Niro
- What is it? 5-seat Hatchback
- What powers it? Hybrid
- How powerful is it? 139 hp @ 6000 rpm
- How efficient is it? 4.8 L/100km
2024 Kia Niro Overview
Going once, twice, three times electric. The funky Kia Niro is offered with one of three powerplants – all of which are electrified to some degree. Its standard hybrid (HEV) option with its combined gasoline and electric power permits all-electric performance at city speeds, while the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) packs a larger battery and the ability to drive up to 55 kilometres without burning a drop of fuel when conditions are right. Rounding out the trio is an all-electric (EV), sporting a 64.8-kWh battery and estimated driving range of 407 clicks according to the NRCan eggheads.
What’s new with the Kia Niro for 2024?
Entering the second model year of its second generation, the Niro arrives with very few changes for 2024. For greater practicality and utility, a dual-level cargo floor has been added to all Niro HEVs and EVs, except for base LX trim on the hybrid. Some paint colours have been changed around, notably dropping the Fire Orange Metallic option.
2024 Kia Niro Performance
Starting with the HEV, all four trims are powered by a 1.6L four-cylinder engine working in concert with a permanent magnet synchronous motor and six-speed dual-clutch transmission. Total maximum system output is 139 horsepower, a few less than if one were to add up the outputs of the gasoline engine and electric motor separately. Same goes for torque which checks in at 195 lb-ft of twist.
Kia offers one trim of Niro PHEV in Canada, called the EX. Like the previously mentioned variant, it utilizes a 1.6L inline-four gasoline engine and electric motor, though its lithium-ion battery is far more capacious. Combined, this team makes for 180 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed DCT is on tap here, as well.
Finally, the Niro EV has a 64.8-kWh battery pack and an electric motor which belts out 201 ponies and 188 lb-ft of torque. As with many EVs, the transmission is a single-sped reduction gear. Note the Wind+ and Wave trims have a heat pump, making them slightly better fits for buyers in frigid areas of the country thanks to that technology’s ability to make good use of electrons whilst trying to warm its cabin occupants.
2024 Kia Niro Efficiency
The standard Niro HEV is a fuel sipper in its own right, rated at just 4.8 L/100 km in combined driving conditions (4.5 and 5.2 in the city and on the highway, respectively). Interestingly, the PHEV is rated identically on the combined cycle when using its gasoline-powered engine, though its efficiency bookends are within a hair’s breadth of each other thanks to different regenerative properties. It can travel about 55 kilometres on electricity alone when conditions are favourable, which works out to a miserly 2.1 Le/100 km overall.
Pegging numbers for the EV is a whole ‘nuther ballgame – though an interesting one since the Niro is one of the few vehicles on sale whose exterior appearance is all but identical to its brothers which burn fossil fuels. A fully charged battery is rated by NRCan as providing 407 kilometres of driving range. A vehicle-to-load feature means owners can plug certain appliances and power tools into their Niro EV. Charging it to 80 per cent from near flat at an appropriately stout Level 3 DC charger shouldn’t take much more than 45 minutes.
2024 Kia Niro Safety
Sauntering over to results posted by the NHTSA, last year’s new-for-2023 Kia Niro earned an overall five-star safety rating. A frontal barrier test, simulating a head-on collision between two similar vehicles moving at 35 mph each, received good marks as did the side-impact exams. We’ll keep an eye out for when the IIHS decides to slam a current-generation Niro into one of its notoriously tough small-overlap barriers.
2024 Kia Niro Reliability
Described by Consumer Reports as a sensible and economical model rivalling most other small crossovers in terms of functionality, the Niro was given a 4-of-5 rating in terms of predicted owner satisfaction. This is likely thanks in part to the due diligence most buyers of electrified vehicles plow into their purchasing decision prior to pulling the trigger. CR rated the Niro as average in terms of expected reliability.
2024 Kia Niro Interior
Eschewing the typical starkness of most EVs and their ilk, all versions of the Niro feature an interior which decidedly does not look like an unfinished set of IKEA cabinets. An array of colourways are on tap depending on model and trim, livening up the place and making the space feel more expensive than its price tag may suggest.
Kia’s newfound knack for entertaining digital displays is available for those who want them, with more traditional gauge simulations on offer for luddite drivers. Look for options such as Harman Kardon audio systems, heated surfaces galore, and some form of leather upholstery on all but the most basic LX trim.
2024 Kia Niro Dimensions
A marked benefit of sharing an exterior is that all three types of Niro have near identical dimensions. Total length is 4,420 millimetres while overall height of the HEV and PHEV is 1,545 mm. The EV adds an extra 25 mm of height but no extra ground clearance. Front seat headroom is similarly identical across the trio of powertrains, though the larger battery in the EV variant shaves rear headroom by about 1.5 inches compared to HEV and PHEV trims. As you may expect, the all-electric is heaviest of this group at roughly 3,800 pounds curb weight which is a few hundred more than the other two.
2024 Kia Niro Canadian Pricing
In keeping with the Kia image, an entry-level Niro LX HEV runs just slightly more than $30,000 prior to adding destination charges before topping out at roughly $40,000 for a top-spec SX trim. That sum is right on top of the lone PHEV trim this year, denoted as the EX, suggesting penny pinchers might be better off with the plug-in. Finally, the Niro EV starts at $45,595 before fees but we recommend splashing out an extra three grand for the heat pump and other creature comforts of a midgrade Wind+ trim.
2024 Kia Niro Price in Canada
Trim | MSRP Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is a recommended sale price provided by the automaker. Where presented on its own, the price is for a base model without options and before taxes, rebates, or fees. Where presented as a range, it represents the prices of multiple trim lines available for the model without options and before taxes, rebates, or fees. Actual prices may vary. | ||
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2024 kia niro LX HEV | $30,595 | ||
2024 kia niro EX HEV | $32,595 | ||
2024 kia niro EX Premium HEV | $35,295 | ||
2024 kia niro EX PHEV | $38,595 | ||
2024 kia niro SX HEV | $39,295 | ||
2024 kia niro Wind EV | $45,595 | ||
2024 kia niro Wind+ EV | $48,595 | ||
2024 kia niro Wave EV | $53,595 | ||
Freight & PDI | $1,950 |
2024 Kia Niro Specs
General Information & Overview
Engine Detail | Hybrid: 1.6L I-4 & 32-kW motor & 1.32-kWh & Lithium Ion battery |
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Maximum Power | 139 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Maximum Torque | 195 lb-ft @ 1000 rpm |
Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic |
Drive Wheels | FWD |
Cargo Space Range | 646 - 1805 L (22.8 - 63.7 ft³) |
Towing / Payload | - |
Wheel Size | 16-inch Alloy |
Infotainment System | 4.20-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
Comprehensive Warranty | 60 Months / 100,000 km |
Powertrain Warranty | 60 Months / 100,000 km |
Roadside Warranty | 60 Months / 9,999,999 km |
Battery Warranty | 96 Months / 150,000 km |
Paint Warranty | 36 Months / 60,000 km |
Corrosion Warranty | 60 Months / 9,999,999 km |
Efficiency & Range
City Rating | 4.5 L/100km |
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Highway Rating | 5.2 L/100km |
Combined | 4.8 L/100km |
Compressor | N/A |
Fuel Type | Unleaded |
Other Fuel Type | None |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L (1.32 kWh) |
Battery Type | 1.32-kWh & Lithium Ion battery |
Onboard Charger | - |
Charging Time | - |
Fuel Range | 875 km |
Battery Range | - |
Total Range | - |
Emission CO2 kg/year | 112 |
Dimensions Inside & Out
Exterior Dimensions | |
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Overall Length | 4420 mm (174.0 in) |
Wheelbase | 2720 mm (107.1 in) |
Overall Height | 1545 mm (60.8 in) |
Turning Circle | 10600 mm (34.8 in) |
Front Track | 1565 mm (61.6 in) |
Rear Track | 1579 mm (62.2 in) |
Curb Weight | 1473 kg (3247 lbs) |
Interior Dimensions | |
Seating | 2+3 seats |
Headroom Front | 1028 mm (40.5 in) |
Headroom Rear | 1005 mm (39.6 in) |
Legroom Front | 1053 mm (41.5 in) |
Legroom Rear | 1011 mm (39.8 in) |
Hiproom Front | 1353 mm (53.3 in) |
Hiproom Rear | 1347 mm (53.0 in) |
Shoulder Room Front | 1429 mm (56.3 in) |
Shoulder Room Rear | 1407 mm (55.4 in) |
Cargo Dimensions | |
All Seats in Place | 646 L (22.8 ft³) |
Rear Seats Down | 1805 L (63.7 ft³) |
Interior Volume | - |
Safety Info & Features
Crash Test Results | |
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Standard | IIHS |
Side Impact | 5 |
Rollover Rating | 4 |
Overall Rating | 4.0 |
Frontal Crash Rating | 4 |
Moderate Overlap Front Test | Good |
Small Overlap Front - Driver | Good |
Roof Strength Test | Good |
Rear Crash Protect / Head Restraint Rating | Good |
Driver Assist Equipment | |
Airbags | 7 (Front, Side, Side Curtain, Knee) |
Anti-Collision System | Standard |
Blind Spot Monitor | Standard |
Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Standard |
Roll Stability Control | Not Available |
Hill Holder | Standard |
Night Vision | Not Available |
Low Tire Pressure Monitor | Standard |
Infotainment Tech & Audio
Audio System | 6-speaker |
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Display & Controls | 4.20-inch, Colour, Touchscreen |
Voice Activating System | Audio, Phone |
Audio Sources | Carplay, Android, USB, Bluetooth, AM/FM, Hard Drive |
Rear Entertainment System | Not Available |
In-car WiFi Network | Not Available |
Wireless Charging Pad | Not Available |
Navigation | Not Available |
Head-up Display | Not Available |
Instrument panel | Analogue & TFT |
Comfort & Convenience Features
Sunroof | Not Available |
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Smart Key | - |
Steering Wheel | Height Adjustment, Telescopic Adjustment |
Rear View Mirror | auto-dimming |
Door Mirrors | Power Adjustable, Heated |
Climate Control | A/C, Auto, 2 Zones, Cabin Filter |
Seat Material | Cloth, Cloth |
Front Seat | Heated |
Memory Seats | Not Available |
Rear Seats | Bench, Asymmetrical |
Rear Seat Extras | - |
Third Row Seats | Not Available |
Cupholders | Standard |
Power Locks | Standard |
Power Windows | Standard |
Remote Engine Starter | Not Available |
Garage Door Opener | Not Available |
Automatic Door Closing | Not Available |
Remote trunk/hatch release | Standard, Power |
Refrigerated Storage Compartment | Not Available |
Suspension | Strut |
Stabilizer Bar | Standard |
Suspension Levelling | Not Available |
Responsive Suspension | Not Available |
Power Steering | Electric, Dynamic |
Windshield Wipers | Variable |
Windscreen Wiper De-icer | Not Available |
Wiper (Rear) | Intermittent |
Rear Window Defogger | Standard |
Electrically Heated Windshield | Not Available |
Roof Rails | Not Available |
Wheels | 16-inch Alloy |
Tires | 205/, 60, H, 16, All-season |
Spare Wheel | Not Available |
Cruise control | Standard |
Parking Aids | Rear, Camera |
360º View Camera | Not Available |
Headlights | Halogen, Projector Beam, Auto Highbeam |
Front Fog Lights | Not Available |
Cornering Lights/Curb Illumination | Not Available |
2024 Kia Niro Frequently Asked Questions
How much horsepower and torque does a 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV have?
The 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV is equipped with a[n]Hybrid 1.6L I-4 & 32-kW motor & 1.32-kWh & Lithium Ion battery hybrid powertrain that can produce up to 139 hp @ 6000 rpm horsepower and a maximum torque of 195 lb-ft @ 1000 rpm. The transmission is a[n] 6-Speed Automatic with front-wheel drive.
How big is the 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV's fuel tank? How efficient is a 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV?
The 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV has a 42 L (1.32 kWh) fuel tank and requires Unleaded. Natural Resources Canada estimates that the 2024 Kia Niro will use about 4.5 L/100km when you drive in the city and 5.2 L/100km for highway driving.
What are the dimensions, weight, and seating capacity of the 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV?
The dimensions of the 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV are 4420 mm (174.0 in) in length, 1825 mm (71.9 in) in width, 1545 mm (60.8 in) in height.
It has an approximate weight of 1473 kg (3247 lbs) and seating for 2+3 seats in the front and rear seats.
The Niro offers 646 L (22.8 ft³) of cargo space in the trunk. With all the rear seats folded, the cargo space is up to 1805 L (63.7 ft³).
The Niro LX HEV wheels measure 16-inch in diameter.
What are the 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV safety ratings?
The 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV receives a 4.0 Overall rating from IIHS with specific 5 rating for side impact and 4 for frontal crash rating.
What are the 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV safety features?
The 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV features total of 7 (Front, Side, Side Curtain, Knee) airbags and Standard anti-collision System, Standard lane departure warning, Standard hill holder and Standard low tire pressure monitor. Additional safety equipment includes Halogen, Projector Beam, Auto Highbeam headlights and Rear, Camera parking assistance.
What sound system and display does the 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV have?
The 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV Vehicle is equipped with a 6-speaker audio system and features a 4.20-inch, Colour, Touchscreen display with voice-activating capabilities for Audio, Phone. You can also connect your device to the audio system via Carplay, Android, USB, Bluetooth, AM/FM, Hard Drive.
Does the 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV have memory seats?
No, The 2024 Kia Niro LX HEV doesn't have memory seats. Memory seats adjust the seat settings quickly and easily to saved preferences without having to manually adjust. Additionally, this trim also comes with Heated and Cloth seats in front.
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