(January 24, 2017) IRVINE, Calif. — Kia today announced pricing for the all-new 2017 Niro crossover hybrid.  When the Niro arrives in dealerships late this winter it will be offered in five trim levels — FE, LX, EX, Touring and a limited-production, Launch Edition. The Niro will start at $23,785 including destination charge, and the top-of-the-line Touring with its many luxury, infotainment and convenience features is $30,545.

“At Kia, we’re always striving to offer exciting new products that redefine their segments in all areas, including price,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president of product planning, KMA.  “The new Niro checks all the boxes — it provides crossover utility, good looks, outstanding fuel economy, it’s fun to drive and it’s affordable.”

The Niro FE, which is rated at 50 mpg combined, is equipped with a long list of standard features, including: 16-inch wheels; 6-way front seats; power windows; keyless entry; cruise control; 7-inch touchscreen display with rearview camera; UVO3 with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a six-speaker audio system with steering-wheel-mounted controls.

Moving up to the $24,095 LX trim adds Smart Key with push button start, roof rails and LED rear combination lamps.  Among the extras added to EX $26,595 are heated combination cloth and leather seating, leather-wrapped steering wheel, LED daytime running lights, heated power folding mirrors, front fog lamps, and Blind Spot Detection (BSD) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and Lane Change Assist (LCA) driver assistance features.

The Launch Edition is available in Snow White Pearl or Aurora Black Pearl exterior colors and offers an exclusive look via the unique Hyper Gray 18-inch alloy wheels with Michelin tires, unique metallic color grille, 10-way driver’s seat, 8-inch touchscreen navigation system, 8-speaker Harman Kardon 6 premium audio and is $28,895.

Touring trim $30,545 is equipped with an array of additional features – power tilt/slide sunroof, front and rear park assist, heated and ventilated seats, heated steering wheel, 10-way power driver’s seat with memory and 8-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio.