2021 Kia Niro

$36,300 - $45,200

Fuel Efficiency	1.3 - 4.4 / 100km
ANCAP Rating	Not tested
Warranty	7 years

About the Niro

The 2021 Kia Niro was available in twelve variants, is classed as a Small SUV and was built in Korea. Buyers could choose from both unleaded petrol-electric hybrid or electric engines.

The 2021 Kia Niro was sold with engines that range in size from 1.6L to N/A and from four-cylinders to N/As.

Price & Specs

See comprehensive price and specification details for the Kia Niro

Kia Niro PHEV S (HYBRID)

$36,300MSRP

1.6L

6-speed Auto Dual Clutch

4D WAGON

Petrol-Electric Hybrid

1.3L / 100km

FWD

Kia Niro HEV S (HYBRID)

$36,600MSRP

1.6L

6-speed Auto Dual Clutch

4D WAGON

Petrol-Electric Hybrid

3.8L / 100km

FWD

Kia Niro PHEV SPORT (HYBRID)

$39,300MSRP

1.6L

6-speed Auto Dual Clutch

4D WAGON

Petrol-Electric Hybrid

1.3L / 100km

FWD

Kia Niro HEV SPORT (HYBRID)

$40,200MSRP

1.6L

6-speed Auto Dual Clutch

4D WAGON

Petrol-Electric Hybrid

4.4L / 100km

FWD

Kia Niro ELECTRIC S

$42,900MSRP

See all 6 configurations of the Kia Niro

Reviews

Our expert's reviews of the Kia Niro

News

All the latest Niro news

2022 Kia Niro revealed, here late next year

Jack Quick

Kia has revealed its redesigned Niro SUV, which will still offer hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric options. It's here in late 2022.

25 Nov 21

2022 Kia Niro teased ahead of November 25 reveal

William Stopford

The current stopgap Kia Niro will be replaced in 2022 by a much racier-looking model, set for a reveal later this month.

22 Nov 21

2022 Kia Niro spied with less camouflage

Derek Fung

As seen in these spy photos from southern Europe, the new Kia Niro will have a much more assertive design than today's crossover.

01 Oct 21

2022 Kia E-Niro spied

Jack Quick

The second-generation Kia Niro has been spied in all-electric form undergoing testing in Europe. It’s due to arrive in 2022

09 Sep 21

Electric car sales up 273 per cent in July, here's how each model sold

Mike Costello

The MG ZS EV is Australia's top-selling EV excluding Tesla, which keeps its sales data secret. Mercedes-Benz EQA, Nissan Leaf, and Porsche Taycan are next

07 Aug 21

2022 Kia Niro spied inside and out

William Stopford

The next Kia Niro, due in 2022, will have slicker styling inside and out plus a large digital instrument cluster.

20 Jul 21

2021 Kia Niro price and specs

Mike Costello

Kia's three-pronged electrified Niro range offers hybrid, PHEV and pure EV power. Prices range from $39,990 to $65,990 before on-roads.

21 May 21

Kia Niro a stopgap, new model here in 2022

William Stopford

The current Kia Niro won't be around for long, with a bolder-looking replacement set for a 2022 launch.

21 May 21

2021 Kia Niro here this year with hybrid, plug-in, electric power

William Stopford

After numerous setbacks, Kia Australia will finally introduce its first electric car this year, the Niro, which will also come in hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants.

08 Jan 21

Niro Warranty

What is the warranty period and kilometre limit for the Kia Niro?

KIA suggested that owners service their 2021 KIA NIRO every 12 months or 10,000km, whichever comes first.

The 2021 KIA NIRO had a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.

Niro Fuel Economy

How much fuel does the Kia Niro use and what are its emissions?

Depending on the variant, view the 2021 KIA NIRO fuel usage below.

All Highway, City, and Combined figures below are litres per 100km

Variant	Series	Style	Fuel Type	Highway	City	Combined	E10?
PHEV S (HYBRID)	DE MY22	4D WAGON	UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC	-	-	1.3	-
HEV S (HYBRID)	DE MY22	4D WAGON	UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC	-	-	3.8	-
HEV S (HYBRID)	DE MY21	4D WAGON	UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC	-	-	3.8	-
PHEV SPORT (HYBRID)	DE MY22	4D WAGON	UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC	-	-	1.3	-
HEV SPORT (HYBRID)	DE MY21	4D WAGON	UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC	-	-	4.4	-
HEV SPORT (HYBRID)	DE MY22	4D WAGON	UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC	-	-	4.4	-
PHEV S (HYBRID)	DE MY21	4D WAGON	UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC	-	-	1.3	-
ELECTRIC S	DE MY21	4D WAGON	ELECTRIC	-	-	0.0	-
ELECTRIC SPORT	DE MY21	4D WAGON	ELECTRIC	-	-	0.0	-
PHEV SPORT (HYBRID)	DE MY21	4D WAGON	UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC	-	-	1.3	-
ELECTRIC SPORT	DE MY22	4D WAGON	ELECTRIC	-	-	0.0	-
ELECTRIC S	DE MY22	4D WAGON	ELECTRIC	-	-	0.0	-

Niro Dimensions

The dimensions of the Kia Niro

Depending on the variant, the 2021 KIA NIRO measures as below.

Variant	Series	Style	Length (mm)	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Wheelbase (mm)
PHEV S (HYBRID)	DE MY22	4D WAGON	4355	1805	1545	2700
HEV S (HYBRID)	DE MY22	4D WAGON	4355	1805	1545	2700
HEV S (HYBRID)	DE MY21	4D WAGON	4355	1805	1545	2700
PHEV SPORT (HYBRID)	DE MY22	4D WAGON	4355	1805	1545	2700
HEV SPORT (HYBRID)	DE MY21	4D WAGON	4355	1805	1545	2700
HEV SPORT (HYBRID)	DE MY22	4D WAGON	4355	1805	1545	2700
PHEV S (HYBRID)	DE MY21	4D WAGON	4355	1805	1545	2700
ELECTRIC S	DE MY21	4D WAGON	4375	1805	1570	2700
ELECTRIC SPORT	DE MY21	4D WAGON	4375	1805	1570	2700
PHEV SPORT (HYBRID)	DE MY21	4D WAGON	4355	1805	1545	2700
ELECTRIC SPORT	DE MY22	4D WAGON	4375	1805	1570	2700
ELECTRIC S	DE MY22	4D WAGON	4375	1805	1570	2700

The 2021 KIA NIRO has a braked towing capacity from 1300kg to 300kg depending on the variant and an unbraked towing capacity from 300kg to 600kg depending on the variant.

Niro Market Fit

Where does it fit in the competitor segment?

The Kia Niro is categorised as a Small SUV

Frequently Asked Questions

If buying from a dealer as a used car, the 2021 Kia Niro range is priced from $36,300 for the "Niro PHEV S (HYBRID)" variant and finishes at $57,300 for the "Niro ELECTRIC S" variant. If you were to trade a used 2021 Kia Niro in to a dealer, you can expect a second hand price of $30,500 for the "Niro PHEV S (HYBRID)" variant up to $49,900 for the "Niro ELECTRIC S" variant. These prices may vary depending on the condition and mileage of the vehicle.

The 2021 Kia Niro is built in Korea and is then shipped to Australia.

The 2021 Kia Niro has a braked towing capacity from 1300kg to 300kg depending on the variant and an unbraked towing capacity from 300kg to 600kg depending on the variant.

Kia suggested that owners service their 2021 Kia Niro every 12 months or 10,000km, whichever comes first.

The 2021 Kia Niro has not been tested by ANCAP yet.

The variants of the 2021 Kia Niro use Unleaded Petrol/electric or Electric.

The 2021 Kia Niro has 4 doors.

In our latest review the Kia Niro scored 8.1 out of 10. Read the full Kia Niro review here.

The 2021 Kia Niro had a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.

Variants from other years

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Kia Finance Offer - Niro EV GT-Line

P.A comparison rate 3.99%

Until 31 July 2024, enjoy 3.99% p.a. comparison rate* on the Niro EV GT-Line (Body, Grey, Black). 36 months term only, minimum 10% deposit & maximum 30% balloon payment applies. Available only with purchases financed with Kia Finance™. Enquire with your Kia Dealer for more information.

The comparison rate is based on a secured consumer fixed rate loan of $30,000 over a term of 5 years. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. Credit criteria, fees, charges and terms and conditions apply. Offer is available on qualifying new and demonstrator Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD, Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD, EV6 GT AWD, Niro EV GT-Line (Body, Grey, Black) & EV9 GT-Line vehicles. Finance to approved applicants only (excluding government, fleet and rental buyers). Finance applications must be approved by 31st July 2024 and settled by 15th August 2024. Minimum deposit of 10% is required and a maximum balloon payment of 30% allowed. A 36 month term only applies. Finance provided by Allied Retail Finance Pty Ltd trading as Kia Finance ABN 31 609 859 985 Australian credit license 483211.

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2021 Kia Niro

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