Hybrids are all the rage these days and for good reason—they’re the future of driving and offer advanced tech and great fuel economy for buyers, whether you’re in need of a daily commuter for work or play. Let’s break down Kia’s 2024 Niro Hybrid with the 2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid to find out which is the best for your needs!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid has more trim options than the Toyota Camry Hybrid, and therefore, more options to choose from.
- The Niro is extremely affordable; in its lower trims it’s considerably cheaper than the Camry Hybrid.
- The Camry and Niro hybrids get great mileage, but the Niro beats out the Camry in city and highway driving.
What Trim Levels are Available for the Niro and the Camry?
There are five trims available for the 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid. They are:
- LX: starts at $26,940 MSRP
- EX: starts at $29,640 MSRP
- EX Touring: starts at $31,940 MSRP
- SX: starts at $33,040 MSRP
- SX Touring: starts at $35,340 MSRP
The Camry Hybrid is available in four levels at comparable prices. They are:
- LE Hybrid: starts at $28,855 MSRP
- SE Hybrid: starts at $30,390 MSRP
- SE Nightshade Hybrid: starts at $31,390 MSRP
- XLE Hybrid: starts at $33,745 MSRP
While the Camry is affordable, the Niro’s lower trims are the less expensive option for buyers on a budget.
Kia Niro and Toyota Camry Power Comparisons
The 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid features a 1.6-liter four-cylinder drivetrain generating 139-horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque with six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and front-wheel drive (FWD). You can also upgrade to plug-in-hybrid powertrain to pack a 180 horsepower punch if you need more power.
The Camry Hybrid’s 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine combines with an electric motor to deliver 208 horsepower and 149 pound-feet of torque. Toyota’s electronic continuously variable automatic transmission (eCVT) and FWD are standard to the Camry.
Affordability is everything, and the Niro beats the Camry on fuel economy. It gets 53 mpg city/54 mpg highway, in the base trim. All other trims are slightly less, at 53 mpg city/45 mpg highway.
In comparison, the Camry’s LE trim achieves 51 mpg city/53 mpg and its other trims get 44 mpg city/47 mpg highway.
Interiors and Tech
While a small crossover, the Niro feels bigger on the inside. It can sit four adults comfortably and there’s more than enough room for a grocery run. Head and shoulder room are ample for all occupants and rear-seat passengers have decent legroom, making long road trips that much easier! While the Camry can seat up to five, it’s fairly equivalent in head and shoulder room to the Niro and can haul about the same amount of cargo.
The Niro hybrid features an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen system in its base trim and a 10.3-inch display in higher trims. All trims include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through Kia’s UVO infotainment system. EX trims and above feature a wireless smartphone charger and the SX and SX Touring trims include a seven-speaker Harman/Kardon stereo system.
The Best Option for You
If affordability and fuel economy are your greatest concern, the Kia Niro Hybrid is a great option for budget-conscious buyers. But if you’re still unsure that the Niro is the one for you, come in and experience it for yourself. Contact a sales associate Alan Jay Kia today!