The new Niro was unveiled by Kia for the global market in November.
Isn’t it a little awkward? The new Niro will be launched by Kia for the US market at the New York Auto Show this month. Kia is known for introducing new models in its own country first. This was the case with the 2023 Niro. The model debuted in November but the company has been teasing its unveiling for America.
A short video was posted by Kia America’s Twitter account. It tries to show off the bold crossover’s design but doesn’t look much different than the one it debuted last year. The video shows the Niro’s distinctive taillights, rear pillar, and a portion the interior. It also features the angular daytime run lights and all of that we have seen before. This includes the revamped interior which is unlikely to change much for North American tastes.
Kia The following will be offered: Niro The company has already described the three options available. The hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric versions will be available. It is not clear if the company will modify the powertrains to suit the US market. The hybrid pair a A 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and a 32-kilowatt electrical motor For a total of 139 horsepower (103 Kilowatts) The Niro plug-in hybrid Get a larger, 62-kW motor that produces 180 horsepower (134 kW).
Kia also revealed specifications for the EV. It is expected to deliver 201 horsepower (149 kW), and 188 lbft (255 Newton meters) of torque in the US. An electric motor is paired to a 64.8-kilowatt hour battery that provides 287 miles of range using the forgiving WLTP testing cycle. The US EPA will likely give the Niro EV a lower rating.
Kia will unveil the Niro along with the revamped Telluride, Hyundai Palisade, and the Niro. The Niro is not being introduced in North America, but the larger SUVs will be. We love our large cars. However, the brand’s new Niro will be available in the US starting with the 2023 model year. The company has not yet announced when. This information will be revealed at the unveiling on April 13. It will be interesting to see how Americans respond to the unique styling choices.