2026 kia niro review
Kia Niro highlights
Customer rating
(not yet rated)
Mileage (EPA estimate)
53 city, 45 highway, 49 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
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All Kia Niro years
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What is new for the 2026 Kia Niro?
- Trim discontinued for enhanced fuel efficiency
- New safety features added including adaptive cruise control
- Updated infotainment system with larger touchscreen
- Improved warranty coverage for added peace of mind
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Kia Niro an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Kia Niro 3rd out of 6 among Alternative Fuel Vehicles.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Kia Niro is $377, compared to an average of $371 for Alternative Fuel Vehicles and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Kia Niro owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.4 times per year, compared to an average of 0.5 times for Alternative Fuel Vehicles and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 8% for the Kia Niro, compared to an average of 9% for Alternative Fuel Vehicles and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Kia Niro features and specs
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Standard Features
- Power Locks
- Blind Spot Monitor
- ABS Brakes
- Lane Departure Warning
- Air Conditioning
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Power Mirrors
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Memory Seat(s)
- Traction Control
- Rear View Camera
- Sunroof(s)
- Side Airbags
- Power Windows
- Automated Cruise Control
- Smart Key
- Rear Defroster
- Leatherette Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- A/C Seat(s)
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Alloy Wheels
- Automatic Transmission
- Navigation System
- AM/FM Stereo
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Bluetooth Technology
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Harman Kardon Sound
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.6L
Horsepower
139
Torque (ft-lbs)
195
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
11.1
Wheelbase
107.1"
Overall length
174"
Width
71.9"
Height
60.8"
Leg room
F 41.5"/R 39.8"
Head room
F 40.5"/R 39.6"
Front tires
P225/45VR18
Rear tires
P225/45VR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
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