Kia Niro EV

Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“the Niro EV makes the biggest improvements when it comes to design, on-board tech, ride comfort and practicality, which have all taken big steps forward, putting it among the best electric family cars on the market.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“While the figures hint that not much has changed about the all new Kia Niro EV, they didn’t need to. The areas which did need improvement – design, on-board tech and refinement – have all taken a big step forward. We’d hoped for faster charging, but the Niro is one of the most efficient EVs around.” (Alex Ingram)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 10 / 10
“This full electric version will likely attract the most attention, and builds successfully on the very solid reputation for value, range and usability established by the previous generation e-Niro.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The advances made by the electric Kia Niro EV would have made it a five-star car in 2019. However, the EV space is moving so fast – driven largely by Kia and Hyundai’s larger cars – that in 2022, the Niro EV isn’t a game-changing electric car, just a very good one.”
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Model reviewed: 65kWh ‘2’
Score: 8 / 10
“The Kia Niro EV is a very commendable electric car, and drivers given the 2 version shouldn’t feel too short-changed – although higher-spec versions do enough to justify the extra outlay for those with the budget.” (Sean Keywood)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“To drive, it’s nothing special. The reduction in performance is no bad thing, though; it shows Kia understands what the Niro EV is all about, and who it’s for. It makes life very easy for the driver, with a common-sense mix of physical buttons and modern electronics. And don’t forget that reputation for reliability and seven-year warranty – huge draws for Kia owners.”
Author: Colin Overland
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Model reviewed: All models (hybrid, plug-in hybrid and EV)
Score: 9 / 10
“The latest Kia Niro arrived with a lot of expectations on its shoulders. After all, this is a car that acts as a replacement for a model that was hugely popular, both with buyers who were focused on an electrified vehicle as well as those who simply wanted an affordable yet practical hatchback.” (Ted Welford)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8.8 / 10
“Kia’s second-generation Niro EV takes all the positives from its predecessors and improves on certain aspects.” (Ben Custard)
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Model reviewed: All Niro models (hybrid, plug-in hybrid, EV)
Score: 8 / 10
“The Kia Niro is an eco-friendly family SUV that comes loaded with kit. Some versions have smaller boots than others, though.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
“While not quite as stylish as the larger Kia EV6, the Niro is an appealing crossover that’s well worth a look. But there are cheaper options – and more spacious ones.” (Colin Goodwin)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“The new Kia Niro EV picks up right where the e-Niro left off, adding sharper styling and intuitive infotainment to the brand’s popular electric family-car package.” (Ellis Hyde)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“One of the UK’s most popular electric cars gets a new look, more space and tech. The figures don’t look like much of an improvement, but it’s better where it matters.”
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Model reviewed: 65kWh ‘2’
Score: 9 / 10
“The Kia Niro EV is a very good all-round EV, and critically, good value in entry-level ‘2’ trim (if you can survive without sat nav and heated seats – items that are usually fairly important for an EV). However, it doesn’t match the leap forward that the last generation e-Niro did.” (Paul Clarke)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“It’s a case of the ‘difficult second album’ for the Kia e-Niro – or rather, the Kia Niro EV as it now likes to be known. But Kia’s used its electric car expertise (as well as features from the ultra-impressive Kia EV6) to make it more desirable. This is one of the best all-round electric cars on sale.” (Andy Brady)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Kia e-Niro becomes the Kia Niro EV, gaining a distinctive new look, improved interior and the latest tech. It doesn’t move the game on in range and performance from the old car, but it’s still a seriously compelling and efficient electric car at a good value price.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 10 / 10
“The new Kia Niro EV retains all of its strengths from the old e-Niro in terms of practicality, value, durability and comfort. It is a very hard car to fault and delivers an extra dose of refinement and style that is wrapped up in an uncomplicated package. We have no doubt in recommending it to any wannabe EV driver on the lookout for a new electric car.” (Sam Phillips)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“If you need a sensible family electric car, the Kia Niro EV is a good choice. It isn’t the most affordable option on the market, but it’s well equipped, well made and very refined on the motorway. Overall, the Niro EV is a very appealing all-round package, offering an easy transition into the world of electric car ownership.” (Luke Wilkinson)
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“The pure-electric version starts at £36k but costs pennies to run. Whichever you choose, the Kia Niro EV is a thoroughly-modern, right-size family car punching way ahead of the rest.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Niro EV is practical, accessible and economical, and there’s a maturity to it that shows just how dedicated Kia is to upping its game and going electric. And the company’s latest styling efforts mean you’ll be less embarrassed to be seen in it.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Kia Niro EV isn’t the groundbreaking electric car its predecessor (the e-Niro) was, but it’s still a very fine all-rounder.”
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“Kia’s unassuming first-generation Niro small SUV proved a hit thanks to its all-round versatility and choice of electrified drivetrains. Given its success, Kia has done the same thing the second time around – including having the same engine and battery specification for its all-electric Niro EV.”
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