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Kia Niro Mk2

Headline trim: Niro EV 64.8 kWh — 201 bhp, 0-62 in 7.8s.

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Verdict
B
BHP
201 bhp
0–60
7.8 s
Top speed
104 mph
MPG
238 mpg (US)
Used
$25,000-$51,000

Strengths

  • Cabin a generation ahead of Mk1
  • Three powertrains, one car
  • 7-year Kia warranty

Weaknesses

  • Charging speed (75 kW DC) modest for class
  • Plug-in still ~40 mile EV range
  • ICCU failures across Hyundai-Kia EV lineup

Notable tech

  • SG2 platform
  • HEV / PHEV / EV variants — same body
  • 64.8 kWh battery on Niro EV
  • 75 kW DC charging (Niro EV)
  • Aero-deflector C-pillar

Common issues

  • ICCU failures
  • Launch OTA updates needed
  • Door-card rattle

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk2's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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1.6 GDi Hybrid HEV
BHP139
Torque265 Nm
0–6010.4 s
Top101 mph
MPG (US)53 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6DCT
1.6 GDi Plug-in Hybrid
BHP180
Torque265 Nm
0–609.8 s
Top105 mph
Range~40 mi EV
DriveFWD
Gearbox6DCT
Niro EV 64.8 kWh
BHP201
Torque255 Nm
0–607.8 s
Top104 mph
Range285 mi WLTP
Charging75 kW DC
DriveFWD
Gearbox1-speed