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Kia Niro facing the axe in Australia
The Kia Niro could be on the chopping block once the brand introduces the Sportage Hybrid and electric EV5 to Australia next year.
James Wong
About the Kia Niro
Last updated Oct 23, 2024The 2023 Kia Niro is classified as a 4 Door Wagon currently on sale in Australia as part of the DE PBV MY23 generation, starting from $41,710 MLRP for the PLUS HEV and topping out at $64,450 for the PLUS EV.
There are 16 variants available for our market and the current year model went on sale in Jan of 2023. The Niro is built in Korea and is available with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection, equipped with a 6 Speed Auto Dual Clutch transmission with the drive sent to FWD. The Niro is offered with a 7 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
Kia Niro Rating
Mitsubishi ASX
Entry-level
Audi RSQ3
Best in class
Overall rating
7.9
7.3
8.6
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2023 Kia Niro Price
| Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| HEV S (HYBRID) | $43,700 | $43,700 |
| HEV GT-LINE BLK C PILLAR (HYB) | $49,100 | $49,100 |
| HEV GT-LINE BODY C PILL (HYB) | $49,100 | $49,100 |
| EV S | $54,900 | $54,900 |
| EV GT-LINE BLACK C PILLAR | $59,700 | $59,700 |
| EV GT-LINE GREY C PILLAR | $59,700 | $59,700 |
| EV GT-LINE BODY C PILLAR | $59,700 | $59,700 |
*excl. on-roads
2023 Kia Niro Dimensions
1630mm
1805mm
4385mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
See all 2023 Kia Niro Dimensions2023 Kia Niro Boot Space
Boot space in the HEV is 425L with the rear seats in place due to the standard space saver spare wheel, while the EV has 475L in the rear and a further 20L under the bonnet.
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2023 Kia Niro Safety Rating
The new Niro hasn’t been crash tested by Euro NCAP, but Kia says it’s likely to be put through its paces during the third quarter of 2023.
The brand is naturally targeting a five-star rating for both models.
Standard equipment on both the S and GT-Line atop eight airbags includes:
- Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection
- Junction AEB (prevents driver from pulling into traffic if it detects a t-bone accident)
- Lane-keep assist with active lane-centring
- Rear parking sensors
- Reversing camera
- Blind-spot assist
- Rear cross-traffic assist
- Driver attention monitoring
Moving to the GT-Line brings:
- Safe exit warning
- Front parking sensors
- Reverse AEB
- Emergency calling (through Kia Connect, in case of an accident)
2023 Kia Niro Fuel Economy
Claimed fuel economy in the Niro HEV is 4.0 litres per 100km on the combined cycle, and the Niro has a 42L fuel tank that drinks regular unleaded.
Claimed range in the Niro EV is 460km on the WLTP test cycle, equivalent to energy consumption of 16.2kWh per 100km. The car is capable of 11kW AC charging, or 80kW plugged into a DC public fast charger.
| Kia Niro | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| EV GT-LINE BLACK C PILLAR | ELECTRIC | 0.0 |
| EV GT-LINE BODY C PILLAR | ELECTRIC | 0.0 |
| EV GT-LINE GREY C PILLAR | ELECTRIC | 0.0 |
| EV S | ELECTRIC | 0.0 |
| HEV GT-LINE BLK C PILLAR (HYB) | UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC | 4.0 |
| HEV GT-LINE BODY C PILL (HYB) | UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC | 4.0 |
| HEV S (HYBRID) | UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC | 4.0 |
| PLUS EV | ELECTRIC | 0.0 |
| PLUS HEV | UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC | 4.3 |
Cost of ownership
What is the running and servicing costs of a Kia Niro?
| Variant | Engine Type | Month | Kilometre |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLUS HEV | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection | 12 Months | 10,000km |
| HEV S (HYBRID) | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| HEV S (HYBRID) | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| HEV GT-LINE BLK C PILLAR (HYB) | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| HEV GT-LINE BODY C PILL (HYB) | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| HEV GT-LINE BLK C PILLAR (HYB) | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| HEV GT-LINE BODY C PILL (HYB) | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| EV S | 0.0 Electric | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| EV S | 0.0 Electric | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| EV GT-LINE GREY C PILLAR | 0.0 Electric | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| EV GT-LINE BODY C PILLAR | 0.0 Electric | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| EV GT-LINE BLACK C PILLAR | 0.0 Electric | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| EV GT-LINE GREY C PILLAR | 0.0 Electric | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| EV GT-LINE BLACK C PILLAR | 0.0 Electric | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| EV GT-LINE BODY C PILLAR | 0.0 Electric | 12 Months | 15,000km |
| PLUS EV | 0.0 Electric | 12 Months | 10,000km |
You should service your Niro at your authorised Kia dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the Niro’s warranty.
How does the 2023 Kia Niro drive?
Our expert take on Kia Niro drivability.
Power in the Kia Niro HEV comes from a 1.6-litre petrol engine backed by a transmission-mounted electric motor.
The e-motor makes 32kW and 170Nm, while the petrol engine pumps out 77kW and 144Nm. Peak combined power is 104kW and peak combined torque is 265Nm.
It’s front-wheel drive, and puts its torque to the road through a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. The transmission is lighter than before because it no longer has a reverse gear, instead using the electric motor.
The 1.32kWh battery beneath the rear seats doesn’t store enough energy to offer a meaningful electric range like a PHEV or EV, but the electric motor can power the car for short periods, or provide a performance boost.
The EV packs a 64.8kWh lithium-ion battery pack, mated with a front-mounted motor making 150kW and 255Nm.
2023 Kia Niro Warranty
The Kia Niro is backed by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, while the high-voltage parts are covered by a seven-year, 150,000 kilometre warranty.
Maintenance is required every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first.
In the EV, the first seven services will cost a combined $1754. In the HEV they’ll set you back $4010.
Prepaid service plans are also offered for the EV, priced at $621 for three years, $1187 for five years, and $1754 for seven.
Kia Niro FAQs
The cheapest Kia Niro is the PLUS HEV that starts from $41,710.
The most expensive Kia Niro is the PLUS EV that starts from $64,450.
The best towing capacity of a Kia Niro is 1300Kg offered by the following variants
- PLUS HEV
- HEV S (HYBRID)
- HEV GT-LINE BLK C PILLAR (HYB)
- HEV GT-LINE BODY C PILL (HYB)
The largest Kia Niro is the PLUS EV which measures 1805mm wide, 4385mm in length and sits 1640mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Niro is the PLUS EV which has 150kW of power from its 0.0 Electric engine.
The Kia Niro is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Niro is the PLUS EV which weighs 2230 kg (kerb weight).
See full fuel information for Kia Niro below:
| Variant | Fuel Type |
|---|---|
| PLUS EV | electric |
| EV S | electric |
| EV S | electric |
| EV GT-LINE GREY C PILLAR | electric |
| EV GT-LINE BODY C PILLAR | electric |
| EV GT-LINE BLACK C PILLAR | electric |
| EV GT-LINE GREY C PILLAR | electric |
| EV GT-LINE BLACK C PILLAR | electric |
| EV GT-LINE BODY C PILLAR | electric |
| HEV S (HYBRID) | unleaded petrol/electric |
| HEV S (HYBRID) | unleaded petrol/electric |
| HEV GT-LINE BLK C PILLAR (HYB) | unleaded petrol/electric |
| HEV GT-LINE BODY C PILL (HYB) | unleaded petrol/electric |
| HEV GT-LINE BLK C PILLAR (HYB) | unleaded petrol/electric |
| HEV GT-LINE BODY C PILL (HYB) | unleaded petrol/electric |
| PLUS HEV | unleaded petrol/electric |