It seems that everyone wants a hybrid these days, and while most automakers have one or two in their arsenal, they don’t always live up to our expectations. Enter the 2024 Kia Niro—an inexpensive option that offers style, comfort, and excellent value. It costs less than many of its rivals with a fuel economy rating that's among the best in its class. Let’s take a look at its EX trim.
Key Takeaways:
- The Niro is relatively new to Kia’s lineup. As it was only introduced last year, there have been few changes to the 2024 model year.
- The SUV’s fuel efficiency is some of the best in a hybrid.
- Its interior is made from a mix of natural fibers and recycled materials.
What Features Are Seen From the 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid EX?
The EX is the second to lowest level in the lineup, but that doesn’t mean you’ll go without. It’s priced at a very affordable $29,640 MSRP. From the base model, it added a combination cloth and synthetic leather upholstery, a 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen system and stop-and-go adaptive cruise control.
Overall the Niro Hybrid is only in its second generation, and Kia hasn't made any significant changes to this small but mighty SUV for this year. There is one change, however—Fire Orange Metallic paint has been deleted for this year’s model. The colors available this year are:
Teal Gray, Graphite Gray, Runway Red, Snow White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Cityscape Green and Mineral Blue.
Is the 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid EX Powerful?
The Niro Hybrid has a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor generating 139-horsepower, when paired with a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (standard to the Niro) and front-wheel drive. A plug-in-hybrid powertrain makes the electric motor a bit more powerful—it delivers 180 horsepower.
The 2024 Niro has fuel-efficiency on the ropes! Trims with 16-inch wheels get 53 mpg city/54 mpg highway. Those estimates dip a bit with 18-inch wheels— 53 mpg city/45 mpg highway.
What Sort of Technology is Seen From the 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid EX?
The Niro Hybrid EX features a 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, remote keyless entry, three USB ports, and dual-zone automatic climate control. A Harman Kardon seven-speaker stereo, satellite radio, navigation, a wireless device charger push-button start, ambient interior lighting, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a digital key that lets you unlock with a smartphone are also available. The infotainment system is very user friendly, the most current version of Kia's UVO infotainment system.
Is the Interior of the 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid EX Comfortable?
The Niro’s interior feels contemporary thanks to the mixed use of recycled materials and natural fibers for the headliner and upholstery. While passenger space can be tight for larger passengers, it offers just enough space for four and a large shopping excursion.
Other available interior features include:
- Dual-level cargo floor
- Heated front seats and windshield
- Power driver's seat w/ power lumbar adjustment
- Rear Privacy Glass
- Split-folding rear seat
- Solar control glass
- SynTex and cloth seat trim
- SynTex-wrapped gear shift knob and steering wheel
- Gloss black interior accent trim
- Illuminated sun visor mirrors
Is the 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid EX a Good Hybrid SUV?
When it comes to an affordable hybrid that has it all in style, comfort and reliability at the right price, it’s hard to beat the 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid EX. If you’d like to find out more about all this great SUV has to offer, drop by Alan Jay Kia today—we’re here to help you find your daily driver!