The Niro, a 2025 model from Kia, is a plug-in hybrid designed specifically for those who love comfort and efficiency in their cars while commuting. With the amazing electric range, as well as the most refined powertrain, it delivers practicality without compromising performance.
This hybrid will appeal to nomads with a compact body that can harbor a spacious passenger cabin and newer features which make it quite a catch for anyone who desires a fuel-efficient but hybrid-flexible ride.
Power-Packed Battery Performance
A lithium-ion battery pack of 8.9 kWh will charge dual electric motors of the 2025 Kia Niro PHEV. The vehicle travels on electric power alone for 33 miles that account for short city commutes without burning gasoline. The overall vehicle gets 108 MPGe when it runs on both fuel and electricity. According to the EPA, it will yield 48 mpg combined, 49 mpg city, and 47 mpg highway.
Performance And Reliable Engine
Under the hood, the Kia Niro PHEV features a 1.6-liter inline-4 engine paired with two AC motors. Together, they generate a combined output of 180 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. The vehicle uses a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission for smooth gear shifts. On the performance front, it accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 7.5 seconds and completes a quarter-mile in 15.8 seconds at 89 mph. The top speed is electronically limited to 120 mph, offering a solid balance between power and efficiency.
Comfort, Dimensions, and Safety Features
The Niro PHEV, as a front-wheel-drive car, offers smooth ride quality through a strut and multilink suspension system. The tires are Continental ProContact RX 225/45R-18 M+S, engineered for all-season performance. Its dimensions are: 174.0 inches in length, 71.8 inches in width, 60.8 inches in height, with a 107.1-inch wheelbase.
Occupants have access to an extensive cabin with interior volumes of 55 cubic feet up front and 50 cubic feet behind. The cargo area has a capacity of 19 cubic feet behind the rear seats but can expand to 55 cubic feet with the seats folded down. It weighs 3476 pounds, providing sufficient stability on the road. Safety is further enhanced by disc brakes, with vents measuring 11.0 inches at the front and 10.3 inches at the rear.
Price and Offers and Warranty Coverage
The starting price for the 2025 Kia Niro PHEV is $41,515 base price, while the model that has been put to test goes for $41,785. Extras include carpeted floor mats worth $175 and a $95 cargo mat. Not to mention, Kia boasts of a fabulous warranty package covering 5 years or 60,000 miles bumper to bumper, with both the powertrain and battery lasting the respective decade or 100,000 miles. The corrosion coverage is at 5 years, totaling 100,000 miles, with roadside assistance up to 5 years with a maximum of 60,000 miles.