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Used 2019 Kia Niro EV SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2019 Kia Niro EV is a five-passenger battery electric vehicle available in two trim levels. It starts with the EX, which comes with an excellent set of features, including a 7-inch touchscreen display and many advanced driver safety aids. The EX Premium adds luxury items such as leather upholstery and premium audio.

Powering both trims is a 64-kWh lithium battery and an electric motor that produces 201 horsepower and 291 lb-ft of torque. The combination allows the Niro EV to travel an estimated 239 miles on a charge. A Combined Charging System (CCS) DC fast charger and a 7.2-kW Level 2 charger are both included to take care of charging duties.

The EX comes with 17-inch wheels, xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, roof rails, heated power-folding side mirrors, an acoustic-damping front windshield, heat-reflecting front side windows, and tinted rear windows. On the inside, you get a height-adjustable driver's seat, 60/40-split folding rear seats, automatic climate control (with vents for the rear passengers), a 7-inch central touchscreen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration, Bluetooth, two USB ports, and a six-speaker sound system.

Safety equipment is also well-represented. The Niro EV EX comes with blind-spot and rear cross-traffic alert, lane keeping assist, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and a rearview camera.

The EX Premium model features LED taillights and interior lighting, a sunroof, rear parking sensors, heated and ventilated front seats, leather upholstery, a power-adjustable driver's seat, a larger 8-inch infotainment screen with navigation, an eight-speaker audio system and a wireless phone charger.

Because both Niros come well-equipped, there aren't many option packages for them. You can get a wireless phone charger added on to your EX model, and EX Premium models can get a Launch package that includes an auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink buttons, LED headlights, a heated steering wheel, a cargo cover, and both front and rear parking sensors. Niros sold in cold-climate areas also come with a battery heater and a heat pump.

Which Niro EV trim does Edmunds recommend?

Although the additional luxury features of the EX Premium are nice to have, we think you'll be satisfied with the base Niro EX. It comes standard with Kia's suite of active driver assists and all of the company's latest advanced infotainment features. The fast charger, big battery and roomy interior are all part of the deal, too.

Compare trims side-by-side

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Columbus, OH
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Niro EV EX
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
Parking assistance
Not Available
standard
Upholstery
leatherette/cloth
leather
Heated seats
Not Available
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not Available
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
201 hp @ 3,800 rpm
201 hp @ 3,800 rpm
Engine torque
291 lb-ft @ 0 rpm
291 lb-ft @ 0 rpm
Engine displacement
Not available
Not available
Engine configuration
Electric
Electric
Transmission
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
Tire size
215/55R17
215/55R17
Wheel size
17 X 7.0-in
17 X 7.0-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
Not applicable
Not applicable
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
123 / 102 / 112 MPGe
123 / 102 / 112 MPGe
Fuel Capacity
Not applicable
Not applicable
Driving Range (city/hwy)
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
Fuel Type
electric
electric
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Battery

Battery

EPA Electricity Range
239 mi.
239 mi.
EPA KWh / 100 mi.
30
30
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)
9.5 hr.
9.5 hr.
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
Curb weight
3,854 lb.
3,854 lb.
Ground Clearance
6.3 in.
6.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
71.1 in.
71.1 in.
Height
61.8 in.
61.8 in.
Length
172.2 in.
172.2 in.
Wheelbase
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
18.5 cu. ft.
18.5 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
40.1 in.
40.1 in.
Front Leg Room
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.0 in.
56.0 in.
Rear Head Room
37.7 in.
37.7 in.
Rear Leg Room
36.0 in.
36.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.1 in.
55.1 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
Not Available
Not Available
Average Cost Per Mile
Not Available
Not Available
Depreciation
Not Available
Not Available
Financing
Not Available
Not Available
Taxes & Fees
Not Available
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Not Available
Maintenance
Not Available
Not Available
Repairs
Not Available
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Charcoal, leatherette/cloth
Charcoal w/Blue Accents, leather
Exterior
Aluminum Silver
Platinum Graphite
Snow White Pearl
Gravity Blue
Aurora Black Pearl
Aluminum Silver
Platinum Graphite
Snow White Pearl
Gravity Blue
Aurora Black Pearl