Kia Niro might be the perfect alternative for you if you are looking for the car with the crossover-like design but with the hybrid powertrain only. This car is the first crossover built as the hybrid only and sold in the US. It debuted at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show and sales begins in early 2017. Therefore, the 2018 Kia Niro can be the second version of this model but it would carry some significant changes.
NEW FOR 2018:
Therefore, the Niro is the newcomer in the US market and you currently can get it with the gas-electric powertrain and front-wheel travel only. It can be chosen in four trim levels. For the 2018 model year, the Niro must offer upgraded trim degrees, new color alternatives and there ought to be some changes in the price. However, the next version of Niro must also include a plug-in hybrid variant.
 2018 KIA NIRO: STYLING
The Niro is car-based crossover and it sits on the same platform as the Kia Ioniq. It features the shape and amounts that are very close to the wagon vehicle but crossover design cues are also obvious. Kia calls its design “powerful and confident†and it certainly appears near to different Kia’s SUVs and atypical for the hybrid vehicle.
It characteristics easy lines and curved forms and also contains crossover-like features such as lower body cladding, big and attractive fenders, ceiling rails, rear skid dish and so on. On the other give, the lower trip top, greater stance and upright tailgate are features that are closer to the wagon models.
The Niro also contains Kia’s trademark tiger nose grille, sculpted hood edges, nice headlights and sporty bumpers. Crucial also is model’s low drag coefficient of 0.29 which is very good for any energy vehicle.
INTERIOR:
Like the exterior, interior design of the 2018 Kia Niro will not change. More typical characteristics and upgraded tech are possible upgrades.
However, the model will feature conventional but trendy design. It will undoubtedly be built with top quality components, smooth surfaces, and contrasting trim inserts.
The cabin of the Niro is likewise relaxed and large for the passengers and their cargo. The front chairs can have a high position, higher than on the sedans. Kia uses seat frames from the Optima sedan that will assure extended trip comfort. The Niro will even offer the cargo capacity of 19.4 cu ft with all chairs up and maximum capacity of 54.5 cu ft.
TRIMS, FEATURES:
The new Niro can available in four trim degrees including FE, LX, EX and prime Touring. All models will include LED headlights, dual-zone environment get a handle on, tyre audio regulates, a 4.2-inch tool present, a 7-inch screen infotainment system with smartphone compatibility, etc.
Higher trims can add for lights, LED taillights, upgraded 8-inch infotainment system, 10-way energy flexible driver’s seat, hot and ventilated top chairs, leather upholstery, premium Harman Kardon speakers, etc.
For the safety purposes, it’ll include the package of active travel aids. You will have parking sensors, street departure warning, flexible cruise get a handle on, intelligent braking, blind-spot monitoring, etc.
2018 KIA NIRO: PERFORMANCE
The powertrain of the 2018 Kia Niro can include a 1.6-liter direct-injected four-cylinder engine, electric motor, a six-speed dual-clutch transmission and lithium-ion battery pack which sits between the rear wheels. The gasoline engine can produce 104 hp. With 43-hp electric motor total output is around 140 hp and 195 pound-feet of torque. The battery pack has the capacity of 1.6 kWh in the current version.
The gasoline engine operates on the more successful Atkison period and the Niro must return 52 mpg city and 49 mpg highway.
PLUG-IN HYBRID:
On the other give, the new plug-in hybrid edition should include an 8.9-kWh battery and a more effective electrical motor. Kia promises the all-electric range of 25 miles with this particular plug-in hybrid version.
2018 KIA NIRO: ARRIVAL, PRICE
Late 2017 is the time when the 2018 Kia Niro must arrive. The price must begin from about $23, 000 while the top-spec edition will undoubtedly be about $32, 000. The price of the plug-in hybrid is still maybe not known.
