2023 Honda Civic e:HEV v Kia Niro Hybrid comparison
Toyota's stronghold on the hybrid market means other brands are overlooked. The Civic e:HEV and Niro HEV are both compelling, if exxy options.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
The Civic VTi-LX and e:HEV LX are available in the following finishes:
The Type R is available in the following finishes:
The hybrid-powered Honda Civic hatch is a lovely thing to drive, efficient and thoughtful in its design – it just costs too much.
Matt Campbell
The Kia Niro is a comfortable and cute crossover, but at over $70,000 it's up against some tough competition.
William Stopford
Type | ||
DIRECT FUEL INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | ELECTRIC, GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1498 - 1996 | 1580 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 1.8L, 1.5L | 0.0, 1.6L | |
Induction | ||
INLINE 4, TURBO 4 | NOT APPLICABLE, INLINE 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, SINGLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | NOT APPLICABLE, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
104kW - 235kW | 77kW - 150kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5500 - 6500 | 5700 | |
Torque | ||
174Nm - 420Nm | 144Nm - 395Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1700 - 4500 | 4000 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
9.8 - 13.5 | 13 - 14 |