The Kia Niro EV
2026 Kia Niro EV at Sansone Kia
The Kia Niro is a compact crossover available in hybrid and fully electric configurations. The 2026 Niro EV is the all-electric model. This page covers the 2026 Kia Niro EV, which is the current all-electric model available in the US.
Buyers searching for a 2025 Kia Niro, a Kia electric vehicle, or the Kia Niro EV range will find the 2026 model delivers 253 miles of EPA-estimated all-electric range and 113 MPGe. For Kia Niro hybrid options, contact Sansone Kia for current Niro HEV availability.
As for the 2027 Kia Niro USA, Kia currently lists a 2027 Niro Hybrid, while the Niro EV is listed through the 2026 model year. Contact Sansone Kia for the latest updates on future Niro EV availability.
2026 Kia Niro EV Performance
- Motor: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
- Power: 150 kW (201 hp) at 6,000–9,000 RPM
- Torque: 188 lb.-ft. at 0–6,000 RPM
- Transmission: 1-speed
- Drivetrain: FWD only (no AWD available)
- Battery: 64.8 kWh lithium-ion, 358V, 180.9 Ah
- EPA-estimated all-electric range: 253 miles
- MPGe: 113
- On-board charger capacity: 11 kW
- 120V Level 1: approximately 57 hours to full
- 7 kW Level 2: approximately 9 hours 5 minutes to full
- 11 kW Level 2: approximately 6 hours 5 minutes to full
- DC Fast Charge (50 kW) to 80%: approximately 65 minutes
- DC Fast Charge (100 kW) to 80%: approximately 45 minutes
- DC Fast Charge (350 kW) to 80%: approximately 43 minutes
2026 Kia Niro EV Trims
The Niro EV is available in two trims: Wind and Wind Wave. Both trims share the same powertrain, battery, range, charging, and dimension specifications.
2026 Kia Niro EV Dimensions
Warranty
Contact Sansone Kia for full warranty and battery coverage terms on the 2026 Niro EV.
FAQs
Is Kia Niro electric?
The Kia Niro is available in three powertrain versions: the Niro EV (fully electric), the Niro HEV (standard hybrid), and the Niro PHEV (plug-in hybrid). The 2026 Kia Niro EV is a fully battery-electric vehicle with no gasoline engine and an EPA-estimated range of 253 miles. Not all Niro models are electric, only the Niro EV is. Contact Sansone Kia for current availability across Niro powertrain options.
Is Kia Niro 4 wheel drive?
No. The 2026 Kia Niro EV is front-wheel drive only. The Niro EV does not offer four-wheel drive or AWD.
Is Kia Niro AWD?
No. The 2026 Kia Niro EV does not offer AWD. It is exclusively front-wheel drive across both the Wind and Wind Wave trims.
Is the Kia Niro a mid-size car?
No. The Niro is a compact crossover, not a midsize Kia SUV. It’s a crossover, but a small one. Length: 174.0 inches in length. Passenger Volume: 99.7 cu ft. Wheelbase 107.0 in. Want a bigger Kia SUV? Call Sansone Kia to learn more about the Kia Seltos, Sportage, or Sorento.
Are all Kia Niro hybrid?
No. The current Kia Niro lineup includes the Niro EV (fully electric) and Niro HEV (hybrid). The Niro EV has no gasoline engine, while the Niro HEV combines a gasoline engine with an electric motor. Only the HEV and PHEV versions are hybrids. The Niro EV is a fully electric Kia vehicle with no hybrid components. Contact Sansone Kia to check which Niro powertrain variants are currently in stock.
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.
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