James Wong
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Kia's local product boss says the Niro Hybrid and EV could be supplanted locally by the new EV3 and an upcoming small hybrid SUV.
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Kia Niro Comparison
The new Kia Niro is a Suv Small Luxury offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $45,000 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $72,360 for the Gt-line.
There are 2 variants of the Niro available in Australia and this generation went on sale in June of 2024.
Engine options include 1.6L petrol direct injection (104kW/265Nm), 1.6L in-line (104kW/265Nm) and null (150kW/255Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2025 Niro is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
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James Wong
Kia Niro's Australian future in doubt as EV3, Seltos hybrid loom
Kia's local product boss says the Niro Hybrid and EV could be supplanted locally by the new EV3 and an upcoming small hybrid SUV.
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William Stopford
Kia Niro EV recalled
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James Wong
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William Stopford
Kia Niro recalled due to fire risk
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Kia Niro EV recalled
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William Stopford
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