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2026 Kia Niro
Crossover · 2017–2027 · Niro, Niro EV, Niro Plug-In Hybrid
Trims and features
What changed for 2026
- Starting prices: +$400 (4 trims; hover for each)
- Trim dropped: EX Touring
- No longer offered: Niro Plug-In Hybrid
- Engine: Kappa PE → 1.6L GDI 4 Cylinder (all trims)
- Fuel economy (combined): 49 mpg → 53 mpg (SX)
- Parking sensors: Rear → Front, Rear (SX, SX Touring)
2026 Niro trims
| EX | LX | SX | SX Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | $30,190 | $27,390 | $33,390 | $35,790 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Engine | 1.6L GDI 4 Cylinder | 1.6L GDI 4 Cylinder | 1.6L GDI 4 Cylinder | 1.6L GDI 4 Cylinder |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 139 hp | 139 hp | 139 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Auto Transmission | 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Auto Transmission | 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Auto Transmission | 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Auto Transmission |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Fwd | Fwd | Fwd | Fwd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 53 mpg | 53 mpg | 53 mpg | 49 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Tech | ||||
| Touchscreen | 10.25 in | 8 in | 10.25 in | 10.25 in |
| Digital gauge cluster | 4.2 in | 4.2 in | 4.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Audio | Optional | — | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon |
| Wireless phone charging | Qi | — | Qi | Qi |
| Driver assistance | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | — | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| Parking sensors | Rear | — | Front, Rear | Front, Rear |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather | Cloth | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | Front | — | Front | Front |
| Ventilated seats | — | — | Front | Front |
| Driver seat memory | — | — | Driver Seat | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote start | Key Fob Remote Start | — | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||
| Sunroof | Optional | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | Optional | — | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 16 in | 16 in | 16 in | 18 in |
| Headlights | — | — | — | Bi-LED Projector |
Packages and options (25)
| EX | LX | SX | SX Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black C-Pillar Trim $195 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Black C-Pillar Trim - Light Gray Interior Color Package $195 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Premium Package $2,000 | Optional | — | — | — |
| LX Roof Rails $200 | — | Optional | — | — |
| Cross Bars $410 | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Mud Guards $135 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $80 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with HomeLink $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover $160 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $60 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dual-Level Cargo Mat $100 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Dual-Level Cargo Tray $125 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit, Small $45 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roadside Assistance Kit $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Aurora Black $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cityscape Green | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Interstellar Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mineral Blue | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Runway Red $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Snow White $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Steel Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Charcoal | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Light Gray SynTex and Cloth | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Light Gray and Charcoal | — | — | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem configurator, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Niro 2017–2025, Niro 2023–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | KIA NIRO SUV HEV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | KIA NIRO ELECTRIC SUV BEV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | KIA NIRO SUV HEV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | Kia Niro SUV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 17 |
| 2025 | Kia Niro EV SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 | Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 2 |
| 2024 | Kia Niro SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 10 |
| 2024 | Kia Niro EV SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 6 |
| 2024 | Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 3 |
| 2023 | Kia Niro SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 44 |
| 2023 | Kia Niro EV SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 15 |
| 2023 | Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 6 |
| 2022 | Kia Niro Electric SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 2 | 30 |
| 2022 | Kia Niro Hybrid SUV FWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | Kia Niro PHEV SUV FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Standard | 1 | 12 |
| 2021 | Kia Niro Electric SUV FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Standard | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 | Kia Niro Hybrid SUV FWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Standard | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | Kia Niro Electric SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 19 |
| 2020 | Kia Niro Hybrid SUV FWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 39 |
| 2020 | Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 5 |
| 2019 | Kia Niro Electric SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 17 |
| 2019 | Kia Niro Hybrid SUV FWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 82 |
| 2019 | Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | Kia Niro Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 3 | 60 |
| 2018 | Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 13 |
| 2017 | Kia Niro Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 5 | 101 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Niro | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2026 | Niro | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2026 | Niro Electric | Auto (A1) | 113 |
| 2026 | Niro FE | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 53 |
| 2026 | Niro Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 48 |
| 2025 | Niro | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2025 | Niro Electric | Auto (A1) | 113 |
| 2025 | Niro FE | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 53 |
| 2025 | Niro Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 48 |
| 2024 | Niro | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2024 | Niro Electric | Auto (A1) | 113 |
| 2024 | Niro FE | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 53 |
| 2023 | Niro | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2023 | Niro Electric | Auto (A1) | 113 |
| 2023 | Niro FE | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 53 |
| 2023 | Niro Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 48 |
| 2022 | Niro | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2022 | Niro Electric | Auto (A1) | 112 |
| 2022 | Niro FE | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2022 | Niro Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 46 |
| 2022 | Niro Touring | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 43 |
| 2021 | Niro | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2021 | Niro Electric | Auto (A1) | 112 |
| 2021 | Niro FE | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2021 | Niro Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 46 |
| 2021 | Niro Touring | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 43 |
| 2020 | Niro | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2020 | Niro Electric | Auto (A1) | 112 |
| 2020 | Niro FE | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2020 | Niro Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 46 |
| 2020 | Niro Touring | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 43 |
| 2019 | Niro | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2019 | Niro Electric | Auto (A1) | 112 |
| 2019 | Niro FE | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2019 | Niro Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 46 |
| 2019 | Niro Touring | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 43 |
| 2018 | Niro | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2018 | Niro FE | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2018 | Niro Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 46 |
| 2018 | Niro Touring | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 43 |
| 2017 | Niro | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 49 |
| 2017 | Niro FE | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2017 | Niro Touring | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 43 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.