The Kia Niro is a compact 5-seat SUV with three available powertrains. You can get a 2024 Kia Niro as a conventional hybrid, a plug-in hybrid, or an all-electric vehicle.
The EV model we cover here has a respectable range of 253 miles. It doesn’t burn any gas and is reasonably priced, with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) starting just under $40K before any incentives.
A generous list of standard features and a class-leading 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty add to its value proposition as a practical and efficient EV. We see it as a great option for drivers interested in an electric SUV but don’t want to break the bank.
Competing small electric SUVs around the same price point include the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Volkswagen ID.4, and Toyota bZ4X.
What’s New:
There are only minor changes to the Kia Niro EV for 2024. These include the deletion of the Fire Orange paint option and the addition of a standard dual-level cargo floor.
Our Recommendation:
Since both trims of the Niro EV have the same range and performance, we recommend the more affordable Wind. Sure, it’s the base model, but it’s well-equipped with standard features like dual panoramic displays, the Kia Drive Wise safety tech, and a wireless charging pad.
Niro EV Wind
Starts at $39,600 | See listings
- Electric powertrain with 201 horsepower
- 253-mile range
- Power liftgate
- SynTex and cloth seats
- Heated front seats
- Wireless charging pad
- 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster
- 10.25-inch touchscreen
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Kia Drive Wise safety tech
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Niro EV Wave
Starts at $44,600 | See listings
- Battery heater
- LED headlights and fog lights
- Sunroof
- Perforated SynTex seat trim
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Digital key
- Head-up display
- Harman Kardon audio system
- More safety tech
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2024 Kia Niro EV Wind: $39,600
The Kia Niro EV Wind uses an electric powertrain generating 201 horsepower and achieving a 253-mile range on a full charge. Every Niro EV is front-wheel drive; there’s no dual-motor all-wheel-drive option.
Standard features abound in the 2024 Niro EV Wind. They include 17-inch alloy wheels, heated mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, a power liftgate, SynTex and cloth seating, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, a wireless charging pad, and remote start.
We particularly like the panoramic 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster and 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen, the latter supporting GPS navigation, SiriusXM, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay.
Standard Kia Drive Wise safety tech features include rear parking sensors, automatic high beams, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and the Highway Driving Assist semi-autonomous driving system.
A Wind Preserve Package ($1,300) adds a heat pump battery heating system, heated rear outboard seats, and a heated steering wheel. This is highly recommended for drivers in cold climates.
With the $1,325 destination fee, the 2024 Kia Niro EV Wind costs $40,925. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $772. See 2024 Kia Niro EV Wind models for sale near you
2024 Kia Niro EV Wind includes:
253-mile range – The Niro EV gets a 253-mile range on a full charge, which is more than enough for most daily driving duties.
Dual panoramic displays – The 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster and 10.25-inch infotainment screen are models of clarity.
Kia Drive Wise safety features – Standard safety features in the Wind include automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping assist.
2024 Kia Niro EV Wave: $44,600
The Wave trim makes the Niro EV a more upscale SUV while keeping the starting price well under $50K. Additional standard features include a battery heater, LED headlights and fog lights, and a sunroof. Inside, you get perforated SynTex seat trim, heated and ventilated front seats, a memory driver’s seat, a heated steering wheel, a digital key, a head-up display, LED interior lighting, and a Harman Kardon premium audio system.
Additional standard safety features in the 2024 Kia Niro EV Wave include evasive steering assist, Remote Smart Parking Assist, front parking sensors, and reverse automatic emergency braking.
Interestingly, a Wave Preserve Package ($1,300) is available but adds fewer features than the Wind Preserve Package while commanding the same price. A battery heater and heated steering wheel already come standard on the Wave, so you’re just paying for a heat pump and heated rear outboard seats.
With the $1,325 destination fee, the 2024 Kia Niro EV Wave costs $45,925. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $867. See 2024 Kia Niro EV Wave models for sale near you
2024 Kia Niro EV Wave includes:
Sunroof – The standard sunroof gives the Niro EV Wave interior a more luxurious feel.
Luxury seating – The upgraded seats, covered in perforated SynTex upholstery, are both heated and vented. The driver’s seat also has memory.
Harman Kardon premium audio – This 8-speaker premium audio system brings rich sound quality to the upscale cabin of the Niro EV Wave.
