Kia Niro
2022 model years · Generation introduced 2017
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- Available years
- 2022
- Yearly records
- 1
- Reported market values
- $15,900
The overview
Kia's five-passenger Niro marries good fuel economy with cargo versatility. This front-wheel-drive hybrid uses a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine which, in conjunction with the electric drive unit, puts out a combined 139 hp. This combo is mated to a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. Because the lithium-ion battery is located under the rear seat, that creates a flat cargo floor when the rear seats are folded. We got 43 mpg overall, which is good but not as good as the Hyundai Ioniq or Toyota Prius. The handling lacks agility and the ride is a bit choppy. The optional power driver seat provides better support than the standard seats do. A suite of advanced safety features is available, including automatic emergency braking, smart cruise control, and blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert. A plug-in hybrid and full electric version were also offered. Updates for the 2020 model include new headlights, a standard 8-inch touch screen, and various exterior styling details.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 ↗ EX Premium wagon Front 1.6-liter 4 (139 hp) hybrid (Regular Gasoline) Sequential 6-speed | $15,900 | Not rated | Not rated | 49 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2022 model
EX Premium wagon Front 1.6-liter 4 (139 hp) hybrid (Regular Gasoline) Sequential 6-speed · Hybrid · Used
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Overview
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2017
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $15,900
- Retail value range
- $13,375 - $18,800
- Original MSRP range
- $24,690 - $31,990
- Trade-in range
- $10,830 - $16,995
Ratings
- Road test score
- 65/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 51 MPG
- EPA highway
- 46 MPG
- EPA combined
- 49 MPG
- Tested city
- 33 MPG
- Tested highway
- 52 MPG
- Tested overall
- 43 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,115
- Cruising range
- 510 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.6 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.9 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 143 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 172 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 60 in
- Wheelbase
- 106 in
- Weight
- 3,155 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 42.5 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28.5 in
- Luggage
- 2+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 9/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
Vehicle ID: 23011 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
