2023 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid Review | Perfect For Commuters?

We review a 2023 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid Touring!

Electric vehicles are taking over the market, and pretty much every month we see a new EV from a major manufacturer. Yet still, many people (including myself) are very skeptical about the longevity of battery packs, actual impact on the environment, and the charging infrastructure.The Niro Plug-In hybrid, technically solves my last concern, being equipped with an internal combustion engine and an 11.1 kilowatt hour battery, offering up to 33 miles of all-electric range.

Quickly about the new Niro - it’s a second generation of Kia's compact crossover offered in 3 variants: hybrid, plugin hybrid and as a fully electric vehicle. The new model is slightly longer and wider, benefiting the cabin space and all versions received bigger battery packs. The design is also much more aggressive compared to the predecessor and whether you like it or not, you can’t deny that it stands from the crowd and doesn’t look generic.

Others to consider are a Toyota RAV4 Prime, Hyundai Kona, Subaru Crosstrek, Honda Insight, or a Toyota Prius.

00:00 - Intro
02:09 - Interior Impressions
04:12 - Driving Impressions
07:08 - Conclusion

Engine: 1.6L 4-cylinder | 104 HP | 106 lb-ft of torque
Electric motor: 83 HP | 150 lb-ft of torque
Combined powertrain output : 180 HP | 195 lb-ft of torque
Transmission: 6-speed dual-clutch | FWD
MSRP as tested: $41,480
#kia #kianiro #phev

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[EUROCARGUY]

Let me know what you think about the Kia Niro PHEV! Which variant would you choose - hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric?

[bekazjt]

2:45 Wow, that's A LOT piano black. Can't wait till this trend is over. Great vid as always

[timmysize]

Niro phev seems like a good package. The only thing missing is AWD

[jeffruebens]

I would choose the Ford Maverick hybrid truck, or the Maverick turbo if I needed all wheel drive or more towing capacity.

[nujxad]

The phev doesn't come with DC fast charging so you can't use electrify america