2022 Kia Niro EV Review: Underrated Electric

Few cars in recent memory could be considered ahead of their time in the same way as the 2022 Kia Niro EV. One in a set of triplets introduced by the brand – there are conventional hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions as well – this crossover has toiled in obscurity while others of its ilk have enjoyed the spotlight.

00:00 Intro
00:49 Should an EV wear green on its sleeve?
01:57 Design and Styling
02:31 Infotainment and User-friendliness
04:25 Charging and Range
07:12 Driving impressions
10:00 Acceleration and Regeneration
11:43 Ride comfort and Passenger amenities
12:36 Safety features
13:25 Visibility, Practicality, and Cargo space
14:31 Pricing and Value
15:26 Pros and Cons
15:44 Conclusion

[peterbrown]

Great review, however I have owned a 2020 Niro EV SX Touring for about a year now and the range that KIA states 385 Km is a real world driving range.
That means with the heater on in cold weather. I have personally had the range in the summer time go up as far as 512 km. In my opinion this is an amazing vehicle and would recommend it to anyone looking to buy a fully electric vehicle.

[hubabuba]

I made almost 55k miles in 6 mos, not a single mechanical problem, only problems I had, was when hit pot hole and cut front tire, there is no spare tire, I was really lucky I was driving on front tire for few miles to tire shop.Foot rest plastic pad fall away, passenger door rubber gasket falls off, which I solved with super glue.Biggest issue with this car is charging time…Even on supercharger will take aprox 1h to 80% and from 80% to 100% another hour.Winter is worst.You’re not going be able to fully charge battery.Will take forever, and using heater or ac will decrease battery range by almost 40% of range. I can recommended this car only to people who drive daily under battery range(200~290 miles) and if you own garage and can charge this EV overnight when you sleep.
Otherwise you will be spending hours daily charging car at superchargers.You have to be really lucky to get to supercharger and if not broken, be able to plug car right away or wait hours in the line.After all if you try to own EV and drive over battery range, you will be sorry and hybrid is a better choice.Kia dooing good job, I like the new’23 model and Kia EV6, which might be better choice

[deasunodonnachadha]

We leased this just before Xmass 2021. Expedition died, was hoping it would hold out till the Cybertruck came out :( . But this car is very nice package, a bit pricey but we got a good lease deal. Cold weather loses around 15 to 20 miles in range. But we are just plugging into 110 outlet overnight and its been grand for us. And is fun as hell off the line... even in ECO mode :). First EV and its won me over. Love the one pedal driving. Has got me drooling for the CT!

[TOURMANBOB]

I drive the 2017 Kia Niro EV hybrid and will continue to for some time. I just can't get my hands around not being able to take it for a long trip without worrying about charging it. The hybrid gives me unlimited range and also gives me FABULOUS mileage around 5.0 Km per 100 litres. Fill the tank for $40 and go around 1200 kms without a bit of worry. Love the idea of all electric but just can't shake that "range

[ssudppf]

I’ve had a couple of their hybrid niros and really like them. I would like to get one of these.

[Ruleofplus]

Just an FYI the motor does not spin backwards during regen it simply turns into a generator. I just purchased one yesterday and it's great. I also own a bolt

[adrianbargen]

Just bought one. If you turn that traction control off and put that in sport mode....you will be buying tires....

[johncarson]

Could you please explain to me how regen breaking works. At the 11:00 min mark you mention that the motor spins in reverse to regen power to put back into the battery? Really!

[lyner]

Why does the Kia Niro EV not have Led lights throughout?

[lech]

Hi, I have a question off this topic, but I hope I can me help. I get my Niro EV in two weeks - yeahhhh 🙂. But with summer wheels and the first thing I have therefore to do is to put the winter tires on it. But I can not find any recomendation in web for proper jack for Kia Niro EV and how to lift the car without any demages. What kind of jack should I use and how should I put it on the car? Thanks for your help in advance. Greetings from Germany

[Testikels]

Good review. How tall are you in cm? Is chair maximum low position?

[speersron]

I have a 2020 Niro On a good day I get 470 Km on 100% charge.

[falcolf]

I'd really feel a lot more comfortable if an EV had a 600-1000 km range as I do want to go on roadtrips!!

[lyner]

Does the Kia Niro EV have a heat pump?

[iangardner]

I agree. If it was $49, 999. I would have already bought. Now waiting delivery of my ioniq 5 Ultimate. Only $5 grand more but much better.

[KsiNixNie]

'Range is on the low side.'

Wait. What? Which EVs at that price can compete with that? Never mind the EPA numbers, but in real life.

And why would the average user need 1000 km of range? I'm sorry, looks like you're still reviewing EVs with an ICE mindset.

[AroundIndiana]

The exterior is so basic looking. Reminds me of a base model crossover from 2005

[smileandlaughs]

For 56k I might as well get a tesla. No wonder this car isn't taking off.

[mamaanna]

8 месяцев пользовались. Разочеровались. Продали.