The Kia Niro is the vehicle of choice among SUV owners who prefer the benefits that a hybrid provides. The vehicles are available as a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid, or as a fully electric SUV. Although the Niro is small in size, occupants enjoy plenty of head and legroom. There is also a generous amount of cargo space. The Niro has five trim level options.
Our Warwick, RI Bald Hill Kia hybrid models come with a 1.6-liter engine, a 43 hp electric motor, and a 1.6 kW-hr battery pack. The powertrain achieves 139 hp. The vehicles are front-wheel drive and have an automatic transmission. The plug-in SUVs have a 60 hp electric motor and a larger 8.9 kW-hr battery pack.
Base LX models have fabric upholstered seating and a rearview camera. The dual-zone climate control is automatic. The infotainment system has a four-speaker stereo and a touchscreen that spans eight inches. The system integrates with smartphones and has Bluetooth plus HD radio. The vehicle also has one USB port.