The Kia Niro, which made its European debut at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show, arrives in Ireland this month .Niro is a new low-emissions hybrid crossover, marking the development of Kia’s first dedicated eco-car platform.
The Kia Niro offers the practicality and curbside appeal of a spacious crossover, together with the high fuel efficiency of an advanced hybrid powertrain. Engineered from the ground up as a dedicated hybrid vehicle, its attractive, modern design will help the car stand out among conservatively-styled hybrid rivals.
The Niro’s new platform has been engineered in isolation from existing Kia models, and is designed to accommodate a specific set of environmentally-conscious technologies and next-generation powertrains. The Niro’s hybrid powertrain – made up of a 1.6-litre GDI (gasoline direct injection) engine, lithium-ion polymer battery pack, 32 kW electric motor and six-speed double-clutch transmission – emits just 88 g/km CO2 (combined), and is capable of using just 3.8 litres of gasoline for every 100 km of driving.
Standard equipment on the Irish EXL model includes
o Sat Nav with Android Auto
- Full Leather Heated with heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
o Dual Aircon with Rain Sensor
o Lane Keep Assist
o LED front and rear lights
o Privacy Glass
A second model Niro ADAS ( prices to be confirmed ) will add AEB and Smart Cruise Control .
James Brooks ,Managing Director of Kia Motors Ireland commented , “Niro is the first step by Kia Motors Ireland in to Hyrbid Electric Vehicles and we will continue to increase our presence in this market as the Kia Motors launches more ,hybrid ,plug in hybrid and EVs in the future. We also support the efforts of SIMI in encouraging Government to continue to offer incentives in this area “
” Niro also offers Hybrid owners the unique opportunity to switch to CUV and existing CUV drivers the opportunity to switch to Hybrid without losing the space and driving position they have become accustomed to”