(March 8, 2021) IRVINE, Calif. —  Kia’s award-winning Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid crossovers enter the 2021 model year with improvements in technology and enhanced customer convenience. 

The Niro Hybrid LX continues into the new model year with its 50-MPG combined EPA fuel economy rating, delivering $3,250 in fuel costs savings over five years compared to the average new vehicle. 

The Hybrid starts at $25,865 including destination charge. Meanwhile, the 2021 Niro PHEV starts at $30,765 including destination charge. It offers even more fuel cost savings than the HEV and continues to be eligible for a $4,543 federal tax credit, lowering the PHEV net starting price to $26,222.


    •    Standard Rear Occupant Alert (door logic based) is newly added.
    •    For added convenience, 8-inch display equipped vehicles now come with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard (previously wired only).
    •    Smart Key equipped vehicles now feature the new Remote Engine Start.
    •    Navigation equipped vehicles receive MapCare program with 10 years of complimentary map updates.
    •    Niro also expands its DriveWise Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) to feature Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control and Curve (NSCC-C) on vehicles with Navigation and Smart Cruise Control.


The Niro Hybrid's powertrain consists of a 1.6L GDI four-cylinder engine with electric motor with a combined 139 hp/195 lb.-ft. of torque.

2021 Niro EV details will be released later this year.