The second-generation Kia e-Niro has finally made its debut at the New York International Auto Show. This electric SUV by Kia was launched in three variants: hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid, and all-electric.
2023 Kia e-Niro
The new Kia EV sports an all-new exterior and interior layout while the automaker itself. The new Niro is larger in dimension while the automaker itself claims the Kia e-Niro to be the best in class-leading passenger and cargo volume.
In terms of dimensions, the 2023 e-Niro measures 4419mm in length while it adopts a wheelbase of 2720 mm. Kia also claims the cargo space of the new car to be 50% more than the Tesla Model 3.
The new e-Niro adopts a claimed range of 407km while it only takes 45 minutes to charge the SUV from 10-80%. This charging is possible using a Level 3 Fast Charger. Using a home charger, the 2023 Kia Niro EV takes around 7-8 hours to fully charge.
Power Performance?
The all-electric Niro EV is powered by a 64.8kWh battery opposing to the 64kWh pack in the former. This unit delivers a power of 201bhp while it drives on the front-wheel system.
Coming on to the PHEV (hybrid) variant, the e-Niro’s engine is powered by a 1.6L dual-clutch auto transmission and 62kW motor. In total, this unit delivers a peak power of 180bhp alongside 264Nm of peak torque. The electric range of PHEV is claimed to be 53 km while it can be recharged fully using a Level 2 charger within 3 hours.
Kia still hasn’t revealed the price of the 2023 Kia Niro EV for the US market while the car is expected to go official by late summer 2022.
