2023 Kia Niro Hybrid HEV - Test drive with detailed review
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- Опубликовано: 17 май 2024
- Finally test driving 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid HEV! I met All-New Kia Niro few months back at Seoul Mobility Show, where I covered just the exterior because that was all the access I had at the moment.
In today’s video I’m covering the exterior & interior review that I’ve missed out from the last video, and city-drive 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid to see what it is all about; the mpg.
Quick update on the 2023 Niro HEV & EV specs (*Not official from Kia yet, but from a reliable source.)
2023 Kia Niro HEV (arrive early 2022)
- 1.6L Gasoline
- 105 hp 14.7kgfm (same as 1st generation Niro)
16" wheels 20.8km/L (48.9 mpg)
18" wheels 18.8km/L (44.2 mpg)
2023 Kia Niro EV (arrive early-mid 2022)
150kW (approx 204hp, same as 1st generation Niro)
Battery capacity
358V/180.9Ah (64.7kWh converted)
(1st gen had 356V/180Ah, got slightly larger)
Price
Direct conversion from KRW to USD
HEV $20,600 to $25,500
EV $38,800 to $40,500
Timestamp
0:00 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid HEV - Test drive with detailed review
0:29 Exterior review
2:57 Wheels & tires, mpg
4:07 Trunk, Second row seats
6:20 Interior review
7:17 Under the hood, engine bay
8:10 Drive, test drive of 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid HEV
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Check out the first impression on 2023 Kia Niro EV & HEV here:
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You can get the cornering response, braking etc. of an 18 on 16's... Just pump those tyres to 48PSI ... And you don't have to worry about hydroplaning as well since hydroplaning speed equals 16*√(PSI pressure ) kph ...so at 49 it's over a hundred kmphr with good threads
Thanks for the info :) There's so much that simple tire pressures can do, but won't be all that significant on Niro and city drives tbh.
We are on our 3rd Kia. we selected Kias because if you buy the second car as soon as you finish paying for the first one (5th year), you can have the 2 cars covered under the 10 year warranty while carrying only one monthly payment (for the second car). I am not sold on the "EV only" platforms, but I think that my next Kia (with God's help) is going to be a plug-in hybrid. Thank you very much for the review,!
Niro won't let you down! Glad you're enjoying your Kias :)
Thank you for the great review and allowing us outside of Korea to have a first peak in detail of such great car! Does the car really not have 360 camera view (or as an option)? What kind of parking assist it has when you put it in reverse or try to park? Thanks!
Nah, just a typical reverse cam. There's a kinda bird eye view cam but it's to notify the driver that the trunk is going to touch the wall or not - done by software.
Great Review!! i took test drive of Kia Niro 2022 model yesterday and i must say it really is a good car with value for money. I wonder should i go for it or wait for this new model ( not sure when it will be available in Europe). New headlights are looking cool
If you don't care much about the looks + good deal on the current model, then the previous model would be a great choice as well. The newer one got more expensive by about $3k USD, and like you said, it will take a while for new Niro to arrive.
Amazing Car and and a very good Review. I´m from Germany, Europe.
Thanks! 👍 All the way from Germany 🇩🇪 wow!
before im interested on seltos now im liking this car.
I would at least wait out to see the face lifted Seltos when comparing that car to this brand new Niro.
Love it! I'm waiting for it to be available in Spain
The only design con I see is that the rear part is a bit more round, not as sharp as the front part. Just personal taste. And the rear indicators look too low and small, I would have expected them to use the big boomerang rear lights as the indicators too. Do you think the rear indicators are visible enough? Thank you very much!
Some great points. With these lights sitting low on recent cars, I actually failed to see a reverse light on the new Sportage, so I kinda freaked out seeing the car in front of me coming towards me.
@@CarSceneKorea that's concerning! I was so surprised to see those low and small indicators! Still, I love the general design
@@barhernan153 I believe that is to meet the varying regulations around the world as well as maximizing the trunk cargo space 😢
I just hated previous KIA designs. Simply couldn't stand it. But this... this is much better!
Agreed! 💯
Awesome 👍👍👍👍👍
do sorento video about current update because i planning on buying one with new design + plug in hybrid, all electric if least 500 miles
Trying to make videos on all Korean cars whenever I get the chance!
I have a 19 Niro hev Touring and I love it as much now as three years ago . Great car . I'd say that this new one sounds a little quieter and smoother . Don't like losing the shifter , oh well . I li,e the way the old one looks and this is fine .
I soon will be test driving this Niro long-term. Stay tuned!
Does this has surround view/ 360 vision? or some sort of front parking assist?
Just a good old reverse cam.
Will you get the opportunity to test the PHEV of this car? I wonder if one has enough advantage over the other on long highway drives.
There is yet to be the PHEV version of Niro. I will get my hands on it as soon as possible once they roll out.
DK, will any of the Niro's be offered with AWD?
The concept, HabaNiro did have 4WD, but is unlikely.
@@CarSceneKorea Thank you. Boooo. I like something that size. I'll have to see what the next gen Steltos looks like.
Shout out to your assistant for the in-car second camera footage.
I see Kia/Hyundai have seen the error of their ways and placed a rear wiper where it belongs ;)
Will using the rear washer fluid clean off the backup camera? 6 more feet of flex tubing and an outlet won't break the bank.
Unfortunately not. The camera sits all by itself. I do favor rear wiper as well though 😌
We added a small brush to our wiper that keeps the rear camera clean .
What was your opinion of the interior materials? Are they cheap or decent (e.g. padded or hard plastic)?
Think the best answer here could be it's Niro-suiting? Not the most luxurious materials indeed, yet nothing cheap either. There sure are plastics here and there. Feels just like Niro, the predecessor.
Can’t wait to see this in USA. Any idea how much this trim will cost?
Direct conversion from KRW to USD
HEV $20,600 to $25,500
EV $38,800 to $40,500
This would make a great family car, if I had a family and needed a family car this would be my choice.
Glad you like it! 👍
This HEV can drive in just ev mode too? What of the top speed and range of that? Is it just for parking..etc?
It runs on EV only at low speed and under certain conditions managed by the car itself, not manually. It uses and charges the battery to maximize the efficiency, there the BMS, Battery Management System, solely for that.
Are the high beam and low beam good? Better than the older kia models?
Couldn't test that out, sorry.
So any official date they will take orders in the US?
Nothing official yet, but hopefully soon!
Vehicle to load available with the full electric version?
Will have to wait and see, no specific info on EV model yet since it is not yet released.
What is the pickup in the hybrid model like? Is it sluggish?
Not the fastest, but not all that sluggish I'd say. Is around 10 seconds, 0 to 100.
What does the ac picture do that looks like circle arrows with trees in the middle to the right of driver only sign
It's air purification mode for the cabin. Works automatically and also manually :)
I haven't watched it just wanted to comment as been waiting for your review. :) I'll watch it at lunch or after work possibly. Nice to see Korea has reduced the Covid requirements and you can be maskless again no more Bane look. hehe. I know it's the Hybrid but much will be similar to the full EV version I'm sure which I am hoping you will also review later in the year.
Definitely. Thanks for watching and coming back :) I will get my hands on the EV model asap.
Okay.
I don’t think anyone is that interested in when or where you’ll be watching the review.
@@CarSceneKorea I'm looking forward to it. Hoping you can ask some questions of Kia around towing/roof box/plug & charge/OTA on the facelift eNiro/Niro EV when you do get to test drive it. :)
Will try my best! Thanks for coming back :)
dude that what i need adjustable trunk floor because i have dog cage. i currently have a niro for my daily driving, yep comfortable for 4 people with 2 dogs and great on gas, you can even use a cargo roof box if needed.
Exactly! Your Niro is being driven properly it seems! 🚀
this car is kia niro plugin 2022 or 2023 looks different ? im asking because the AC system not look the same ( yours look like ev6 or like the sportage ) and the kia niro plugin that i see that we have here is look different
Models could differ from a country to another. The one I've shown in the video is for domestic(Korea) and NA market. There could be minor differences in terms of interior material and layout - at least that's what I've found out over time.
you didnt prefer the first generation looks but is the new better really? IDK....
Is the Kia Niro quiet? Can you hear the tires? Is it OK at 120 km / h?
I'm now driving Niro as a long-term test drive, not Genesis-like quiet, but is quiet enough and handles great at high speed as well. I've gone well over 120Km/h.
Does this model have power folding mirrors?
Yep, it comes standard nearly in all Korean cars now, except for a few.
What about the heads up display??
Yep, there is a HUD.
How do you compare 2023 Niro and 2023 Sportage?
Niro for mpg, if not Sportage HEV would be my choice!
I was checking specs, it has only Android Auto? No Apple Car Play?
Supports both Android Auto and Apple Car Play, but not wireless though.
Good looking vehicle - this car aspires to C seqment, especially with Business Line + Premium package. Just lack of 360 camera (even as an option) seems to be ridiculous...
Sometimes you just wish you'd even have the choices to have some features as an option 😢
I ordered my Niro EV Advance pearl black one week ago ✅
Congrats! 🚀
Hi from asunción Paraguay 🇵🇾 💪 💪 💪
Hello from Korea 🇰🇷👋👋👋
This car going to be popular in 🇬🇧 uk I think-
3 weeks ago, I had a test drive with the current Modell and was dissapointed on the engine. When it comes to an kick down the Engine was very loud and was running rough. Is there any change on this with the 2023 modell? Additionally...when will the 2023 modell go on the Market? Thanks for replying!
The release would differ depending on where you are, but Korean cars reach other parts of the world starting after about 6 months. As for the engine, it is nearly identical one from the last generation, but as I've mentioned in the video, the shifts between the engine and electric motor is flawless.
@@CarSceneKorea
Hyundai and Kai are doing great with there new cars. I do reckon the car would do well with a bit more torque buts a great looking car.
Indeed 💯
I'll wait for it here in Florida.
Please, Kia US 🇺🇸
@@CarSceneKorea it'll be my 4th KIA ,just fyi.
Wow, what are the other Kias you've owned?
Optima,Soul,Niro 2019,waiting for Niro HEV 2023
Its 108 miles commute everyday to work,6 days a week ,wintertime.Niro fits me the best.More power to KIA!!!
Aurora Black metallic paint?
Aurora Black Pearl is the official name here in Korea :)
How does it do with a 6ft driver/passenger and a car seat
Would still fit, not most comfortable but it would work.
I'm pretty sure the battery charging is more aggressive in sport mode so you always have electric assist to accelerate if you need it.
On point!
Wheel base?
2,720mm
Thank you. Info
Thanks for watching!
니로와 스포티지중 어떤차가 마음에 드시나요?
모든것을 종합적으로 따졌을때 저에겐 스포티지 HEV 입니다!
유창한 영어실력 너무 멋지십니다^^
감사합니다 😍
I thought it had heads-up display?
Yes, it does! Perhaps GoPro didn't catch it on this vid or I must've turned it off.
Muy bien explicado
¡Gracias por ver mi video!
You should have also mentioned that with 16 inch rims, the ride will be better over bumps, potholes and imperfections, than with 18 inch rims.
Indeed! 💯
…und noch so ein schönes Auto von Kia🤩🤩🤩🥰🥰🥰🥰 Was der KIA Konzern neuerdings an Autos auf die Räder stellt ist unglaublich Gut! Für mich der zur Zeit Beste Autohersteller der Welt! Ich würde sofort meinen BMW gegen einen EV6 oder Niro Elektro eintauschen!!!!!!
Beides tolle Autos, die ich liebe! Ich liebe EV6 sehr :)
The only regret is no panoramic sunroof like on the Sportage
That'd been really great 🚀
They came I bought my and came with sunroof
body color of c pillar looks alot better imo
+1
Der neue Niro hat mich sofort angefixkst Habe einen 2018er und der ist schon für sein Preis /Leistung👌👍💪👏 Der neue wird mein nächster👉 ohne wenn und aber😍😍😍😉😀
Froh, dass Sie es mögen! Das wird sicher auch ein tolles Modell :)
Front looks like Citroën, rear looks like some modified old Kia Ceed 2009 station wagon, and wheels looks outdated. Major change is in the interior of the car, which looks amazing.
Thanks for the thought :)
For such a different engine (old has an Kappa Atkinson cycle 1.6, new has a smartstream with CVVD) I'm surprised the only difference is a few top end Hp gain and a torque loss.
I have a 19 it's called a smart stream . It's not the same engine as the Rio etc . I'll have to take a look at the specs .
@@jackfishcampbell6745 definitely confusing. Wikipedia would have you believe the Kappa ii and the Smartstream is on the 1st gen Niro. My understanding was the outgoing model has a full Atkinson cycle engine whereas the new one has variable valve control to give higher torque for the same power output.
I have a 19 PHEV also, it has no visible Smartstream identification on the engine cover like the new model shows.
The "handbreak" is now electric
Yo tengo un Toyota Yaris de penúltima generación y lo voy a cambiar por este.
Y un honda CRV del 2010 que cambiaré por el Sportage
¡Me alegra que te haya gustado! Pruébalo, te encantará aún más :)
@@CarSceneKorea Pues tengo un Yaris de penúltima generación y igual lo cambio.
Y un honda CRV que también la cambiaré por el Kia Sportage 210 CV hybrid
kia ang hyundai cars now are beautiful.....the only thing they need to do now is establish a good reliability record
That should always be any manufacturers goals 😁
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김성균배우 동생분이신가요??
Honestly I don't like the touch buttons i would prefered it the classic physical buttons.
Same here! Although they help keeping things simple and clean.
Almost 250km in 13 hours? I think the car was on the ignition more than it was driving. that is why such a high gasoline consumption.
Keen point!
I wish car companies would stop donating precious passenger room to the center consol. The new Ionic prooves it isn't necessary. Please put the shifter back on the steering column where it belongs.
Good points!
This tail lights look like they’re SO low on the vehicle. I would be afraid of being rear ended!
This concern actually struck me while being behind these cars with low lights :'(
the solid color makes it better. the silver color real panel just makes the car look trying too hard to look cool or futuristic
Perhaps it's because without that line the design overall looks boring because the c-pillar is really long 😢
Nice, not really interested in hybrid or whatever.. good for people who like them but not for me. Waiting for you video on EV only. 👍
Count me in 😎
Same. Interested in Kia Niro EV 2023!
I ordered my Niro EV Advance pearl black one week ago ✅
@@The_Observer72 👍
Come to Türkiye
Please! 🇹🇷
35mpg is just not good enough in my eyes my old Niro did in 60mpg range.wish they would increase the battery sizes to around 100miles on plug in hybrids 30miles isn’t enough either
True. I would've done much better given I had sufficient time and effort to put some mpg. Shame the power train didn't much much of an "upgrade," but we know Niro's been doing great with that thus far :P
@@CarSceneKorea my 2017 Niro is a brilliant car just seems that they have upgraded the internals.I think I will hold out for when more fully ev become available something bigger than the ev6 more a sportage size shame they haven’t done full ev on new sportage
Great decision. Kia will soon flood us with EV series, EV7, EV9 and more!
@@CarSceneKorea I’m hoping for the ev4 this year to be confirmed I have heard rumours but nothing revealed so far
Приятель! Пожалуйста, передайте людям из KIA motors , что теперь настало время, когда они вместе с Genesis motor's вполне заслуженно способны заменить на нашем российском рынке премиальных немцев! Дело в том, что из России ушли Mersedes, BMW and AUDI 💥💥💥💥💥💥 И вся надежда на Корею ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Но это будет только в том случае, если KIA motors создадут свой собственный премиум суббренд как и у Genesis motor's 👍👍👍👍 У нас в России на это обстоятельство очень сильно надеются!!!
აუუ ძაან მაგარია მინდა მაგრამ ფული არ მაქვს მაჩუქეთ ვინმემ
Მიხარია რომ მოგწონს!
About 6.5 litres per 100km, really????? My Seat Ateca 1.5 TSI have 6-6.5 per 100km and it is not a hybrid!
16" wheels 20.8km/L (48.9 mpg)
18" wheels 18.8km/L (44.2 mpg)
This is the official mpg, what's clocked in this video certainly doesn't do the justice since it is a test driver.
Fan of fludic design
I'm very much disappointed with new hyundai designs + they dropped Peter shreyer from design team😐
Was really sad to see Peter go too 🥲
Your finger didn't point to a video...
هاه يا السعوديين حلوه ولا ؟
back looks like old ford focus..
I hear ya :P
Hi, I have a KIA CEED PHEV 2022. I'm very disappointed how the hybrid system works. If it low temperature outside (below 10 C) then the petrol engine always starts if the so if im driving under 10km it never runs purly on electricity.
Or if the AC is runing the petrol engien starts.
So the petrol enginen is always running when heating or cooling...
My advise, dont buy a KIA
Sorry to hear that. There's quite the gap between entry level cars to mid/high level cars. Hyundai & Kia seem to be having quite the gap amongst other manufactures. Things you've addressed, I could not notice on this Niro. I really wish I could get my hands on Ceed as well, Korea doesn't get them :'(
lampy tylne i małe kierunkowskazy w tylny zderzaku porażka!!!
Nie jestem też wielkim fanem tych niskich tylnych świateł 🥲
it looks horrible to my eyes ! the current production looks much better.
I like the overall shape... but headlamp a little too busy, and I don't like the taillight functions down low in the bumpers where they are less visible in traffic and easy to break in urban parking.
Very true. I experience this almost every day driving SUV.
Yep that's ugly yep
Kia New cars more & more ugly & disgusting design + all those SUV that's enough now
Sorry to hear that 🥲
@@CarSceneKorea sorry to Say that but those front headlights it's no way grettings 🇧🇪