2022 Kia Niro EV Review

Name: 2022 Kia Niro EV Review
Brand: Kia

Price Range: $15,088 - $25,590

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The 2022 Kia Niro EV is a feature-packed hatchback with 239 miles of range and an eager-to-please personality. Quick acceleration and stable handling also make the Niro EV more fun to drive than its eco-friendly nature might suggest. Other highlights include a spacious and well-thought-out interior and plenty of standard features.

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2022 Kia Niro EV Review

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What's new

10.25-inch touchscreen is now standard
Harman Kardon sound system and navigation are also standard
Part of the first Niro generation introduced for 2017

2022 Kia Niro EV Insights

Trim:

Niro EV S

Estimated Range Based on Age

edmunds TESTED

269 miles^{The range for a used 2022 Kia Niro EV is estimated to be 269 miles because electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year, with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 269 miles.^{Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

Estimated range map^{This map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Joliet, Illinois. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.Map display generated using: © openrouteservice.org by HeiGIT | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors | Leaflet} from

Charging

SAE Combo^{Standard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.}

Plug Type

9.5 hrs

240V Home Charging^{Estimated total charging time when using a 240V outlet. This is either a 3-prong or 4-prong outlet used for appliances, for example a clothes dryer.}

EV batteries should be kept at 30-80% charged to extend battery life.

When can I use NACS/Tesla charging stations?

EV Battery Warranty

10 yrs or 100,000 miles^{The federal government requires that EV batteries be warrantied for a minimum of eight years or 100,000 miles. The EV battery warranty includes replacement if your battery capacity drops below a certain percentage of the original capacity.}

According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.

Estimated battery warranty remaining is 7 years or 58,000 miles for this car.^{Warranty remaining value is based on the vehicle year, and on driving 14,000 miles per year. Confirm exact warranty coverage for each vehicle with the dealers and the manufacturer before purchasing.}

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

$7,850

Available Rebates. Restrictions apply.

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Cost to Drive

$59/mo

Niro EV

$172/mo

SUV Avg.

Monthly estimates based on costs in Illinois

Am I Ready for an EV?

EV ownership works best if you can charge at home (240V outlet) ^{This typically means a 240V home installation, or other places your car is parked for several hours each day. Don't expect a regular household outlet (120V) to suffice.}
Adding a home charging system is estimated to cost $1,616 in
^{This is an estimate for your area. Using your address and the answers you provide, Treehouse can provide a more accurate price.}
Edmunds is partnering with Treehouse, an independent provider of home EV installation services. Learn more ^{Edmunds customers receive a 10% installation discount and 4% smart charger discount. Discount excludes permit, hosted inspection, and load management devices. Valid for 30 days.}

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Kia Niro EV Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.2

38 reviews

5(66%)

4(16%)

3(3%)

2(5%)

1(10%)

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Astonishingly cheap if you buy at the right time

Drake, 11/16/2020

2020 Kia Niro EV EX 4dr SUV (electric DD)

After incentives and hard negotiating (following several hours of research, incl calling dealers in 3 states), I leased a 2020 EX for $700 down and $148.30/month. This is after the $5,000 EV incentive from NJ (Plus NJ has no sales tax on EVs, which is normally part of the down payment) and lease-end incentives from Kia. Unlike Tesla, the $7,500 federal tax incentive is still baked into …

A solid "B"!

Allboutenergy , 07/27/2021

2020 Kia Niro EV EX Premium 4dr SUV (electric DD)

I finally got my long sought EV in February; the culmination of a very long love story going back to the late 80s. Pros: All the normal things associated with an electric car. Kia does a good job of packing a lot of features into their standard packages that would be extras in other cars. Kia dealers will also deal aggressively on occasion resulting in exceptional deals. I chose … Niro as it’s interior space was slightly larger than the alternatives at the time, like Bolt and Leaf+, and was easier to get in and out of for this aging frame. Most EVs today have aggressive and useful adjustable regenerative braking and my Niro is no exception. In fact, I think the most transformative feature of electric driving is not the quiet, excellent acceleration, nor the efficiency (4.2 mi/kwh). It’s the one-pedal driving! So effortless, particularly while negotiating hilly / curvy terrain. And I never thought I’d ever use Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keeping. But they sure come in handy in rush-hour, stop and go traffic. I drove 65 miles through the city during rush hour sans brakes, accelerator and steering! I no longer dread rush-hour. I say to my car, “Lester, take me where I’m going and tell me when you’re done”. Cons: Noisy! Yes, the road noise renders the high quality tunes useless. And any tire noise gets transmitted up to the “B” pillar right next to my ear. I’ve also bought some driving gloves as the steering wheel, though “leather” wrapped, is too slippery. I’m also none too happy that the switch, available on European models, that disables the VESS (faux-engine sound and LOUD back-up beeper) is not available on US models. The most egregious though, the charging algorithm for the “Aux” 12 V battery is undependable. I would have thought that a no brainer. I tried to use the car one morning, and in spite of a 60 mile trip the previous day, the 12 V battery was dead dead. Used my 1989 Astro to go to my doctor appointment…. It got towed to the dealer only to be told “nothing was wrong with the car”. Apparently after being jumped by the tow truck operator it still had enough umph to start for coming off the tow truck and into the service bay. Checking Bing/Google, YouTube, I see where this is unnervingly common! Apparently the 12V charge algorithm doesn’t work very well. If this were an ICE I’d just replace the alternator. So, one additional $68 cost of the car is now the jump-start gizmo I had to buy from Costco (Michelin “Power Bank”) so my new Kia would be as dependable as my 32 year old Chevy. In summation: I love this thing! But can’t wait for the lease to be up in three years to see what non-Tesla (can't drive a car with an i-pad) alternatives are available by then (Ioniq-7, ID-4/6, Ariya, Mach-E?). Exciting stuff

Great Decision

Matthew Sonstein, 05/07/2021

2020 Kia Niro EV EX Premium 4dr SUV (electric DD)

14,000 and 14 months later, I still love this purchase. The car has been flawless in operation and a blast to drive when I want to be frisky. The estimated mileage has been continuously spot on. I’ve averaged around 285 per full charge and on long distance highway trips about 250 (10-15miles less with a/c on). Seating five in a pinch, carrying lumber or dogs, Stashing goods in the …

I love this car

Happy Niro EV Owner, 12/17/2021

2022 Kia Niro EV EX Premium 4dr SUV (electric DD)

The Niro EV is nimble, comfortable, practical, attractive, and a blast to drive. The screen doesn't stick up in front of the windshield as seems to be popular with many new cars. Instead, it is un-obtrusive and complimented by several convenient manual controls for things like volume and climate control. The leather-like upgraded seats are very comfortable and seem quite durable. The …

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2022 Niro EV Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$39,090
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	$7,850 Based on income
Engine Type	Electric
EPA Electric Range	239 miles
Cost to Drive	$59/month
Total Charging Time (240V)	9.5 hours
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	18.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles
EV Battery Warranty	10 years / 100,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Niro EV models:

Blind-Spot Collision Warning with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning: Warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse.
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go: Adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front.
Lane Following Assist: Makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover5 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover10.1%

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2022 Kia Niro EV Review

Price & Payment

2022 Kia Niro EV Review

What's new

2022 Kia Niro EV Insights

Estimated Range Based on Age

Charging

EV Battery Warranty

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

Cost to Drive

Am I Ready for an EV?

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Owner Reviews

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EV Tax Credits & Rebates

Cost to Drive

Am I Ready for an EV?

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