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Kia Niro EV
Kia's mainstream small electric SUV sits below the EV5 in the range and shares architecture with the Hyundai Kona Electric. Less daring than the EV6 but a solid all-rounder backed by Kia's seven-year warranty.
2 variants available — see the comparison table below.
- From
- $66,590 – $72,360
- Range up to
- 460 km
- Battery up to
- 64.8 kWh
- 0–100
- 7.8 s
- Power
- 150 kW
- DC charge
- 94 kW
- ANCAP
- 5★
Variants and pricing
All variants of the Kia Niro EV on sale in Australia. Headline specs in the panel above reflect the volume-seller ( S ).
| Variant | From | Battery | Range | Power | 0–100 | DC peak | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | $66,590 | 64.8 kWh | 460 km | 150 kW | 7.8 s | 94 kW | FWD |
| GT-Line | $72,360 | 64.8 kWh | 460 km | 150 kW | 7.8 s | 94 kW | FWD |
Verdict
Kia's mainstream small electric SUV sits below the EV5 in the range and shares architecture with the Hyundai Kona Electric. Less daring than the EV6 but a solid all-rounder backed by Kia's seven-year warranty.
Pros and cons
What we like
- ✓ Seven-year vehicle warranty
- ✓ Well-resolved cabin packaging
- ✓ Strong dealer network across Australia
What we don't
- ✕ DC charging peak (94 kW) trails newer rivals
- ✕ Pricing has climbed steadily since launch
- ✕ Less efficient than 800V Hyundai-Kia platforms
Best for
- Suburban families
- Kia loyalists
- Warranty-led buyers
Compare the Kia Niro EV
Side-by-side spec comparisons against the rivals Australian buyers cross-shop most often.
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Specifications
Manufacturer-quoted figures. Real-world range and DC fast-charging speeds vary with temperature, terrain and driving style.
Performance
- Drive layout
- FWD
- Motor power
- 150 kW
- Motor torque
- 255 Nm
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.8 s
Battery & range
- Battery capacity
- 64.8 kWh
- Range (WLTP)
- 460 km
Charging
- AC charging
- 11 kW
- DC fast charging (peak)
- 94 kW
- 10–80% DC charge time
- 45 min
Dimensions
- Length
- 4,420 mm
- Width
- 1,826 mm
- Height
- 1,570 mm
- Boot (seats up)
- 475 L
Safety & warranty
- ANCAP rating
- 5 stars (tested 2023)
- Vehicle warranty
- 7 years
- Battery warranty
- 7 years / 150,000 km
Pricing & origin
- Price from
- $66,590
- Built in
- South Korea
- Sale status
- on sale
Helpful guides
Practical reading for Kia Niro EV buyers.
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