Hatchback · Hybrid
Kia Niro 2023–2026 (SG2)
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- Price
- $25,100–$41,000
- MPG
- 53
- Strength: Excellent safety
- Strength: Excellent running costs
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Below-average value retention
How it scores for you10 scores
A supremely cheap-to-run, dependable electrified hatch with strong safety, held back by tight cargo, no towing, weak resale, and unremarkable driving.
Recalled somewhat less often than cars of the same model years; none of its 4 recalls were serious. About 15% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +3 points for its wider reputation.
4-star overall NHTSA crash rating (frontal 4, side 5, rollover 4).
About $1,250 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 88% of cars we track.
19.4 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 19% of other hatchbacks we track.
Five seats with 19.4 cu ft cargo (54.4 folded) is competitive for the subcompact class, offering practical room without being spacious.
Efficiency-focused eco car with 139 hp and FWD only. Adequate but unremarkable acceleration and handling; prioritizes comfort and economy over engagement, typical of the segment or slightly below.
Modern Kia infotainment, available driver aids and multiple electrified powertrains (hybrid, PHEV, EV) offer solid, up-to-date tech for the class, though not class-leading.
Quiet electrified drivetrains, compliant ride and well-regarded cabin materials make it comfortable for a subcompact crossover-hatch, slightly above segment norm.
EVs have typically lost value the fastest.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls7 recalls
7 recalls · 4 common complaint areas across 2023–2025
- Electrical — 19 complaints (2023)
- Recall — Electrical: wiring; seats (2025)
- Unknown or other — 14 complaints (2023)
2026
No recorded issues.
2025
- RecallElectrical: wiring; seats25V024000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles. The floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat may become damaged, which can prevent the front air bags and seat belts from deploying properly or cause an unintended side curtain
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other8 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My car was shifted into drive but when I press accelerate my car went backwards. I’ve reported this to kia numerous times and they refuse to fix it
2024
- RecallPowertrain: driveline: driveshaft24V057000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
- RecallElectrical: wiring; seats25V024000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles. The floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat may become damaged, which can prevent the front air bags and seat belts from deploying properly or cause an unintended side curtain
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other6 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My 2024 Kia Niro Hybrid has experienced multiple issues that I believe should be documented. The vehicle previously displayed an Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning. It was taken to an authorized Kia dealership for diagnosis and repair. Although repairs were performed for the EPB-related issue,
- Complaint clusterElectrical6 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The 12-volt battery system in my 2024 Kia Niro (VIN: [XXX] ) has suffered two total failures in under one year of ownership (approx. 10,000 miles). In both instances, the vehicle was completely unresponsive, with no power to essential systems. Safety Risks and Incidents: 1. [XXX]: Vehicle experience
2023
- RecallElectrical: instrument cluster/panel23V298000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-in Hybrid, Niro Hybrid, Niro Plug-in Hybrid, Soul, and Telluride vehicles equipped with a digital instrument cluster containing a 4.2" LCD screen. The instrument cluster may fail to display any information wh
- RecallPowertrain: driveline: driveshaft24V057000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
- RecallPowertrain: driveline: differential unit24V271000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Niro EV and 2024 EV9 vehicles. The differential gear bolts in the gear drive unit may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of drive power or cause the differential to lock up.
- RecallElectrical: wiring; seats25V024000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles. The floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat may become damaged, which can prevent the front air bags and seat belts from deploying properly or cause an unintended side curtain
- Complaint clusterElectrical19 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid has a recurring intermittent electrical defect. Warnings appear together: Check Hybrid System, Check Engine, Forward Collision, Rear Cross-Traffic, Lane Keeping, Driver Attention, ESC, Brake, Auto Hold. They appear and persist while driving, during which stability control, au
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other14 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There's a problem with the horn in my car. Either the high or low. The problem is intermittent and the horn will fail and it is not available in emergency situations. I brought this to the dealership and made them aware but they refuse to take this seriously and two adequately evaluate the car. They
- Complaint clusterPowertrain10 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
My 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid EX has experienced multiple warning messages and unresolved concerns after previous repairs. After the first recall repair, I began receiving intermittent warning messages while driving. The messages appeared briefly and disappeared before I could safely document them. After
- Complaint clusterAirbags5 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
I am filing a complaint regarding my 2023 Kia Niro and Safety Recall SC332. The recall involves a damaged floor wiring assembly that may prevent proper airbag and seat belt deployment, creating a serious safety risk. I scheduled and brought my vehicle to Cowboy Kia, Conroe on Feb 2,2026 specificall
Cost to own$23,300 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$25,100–$41,000
Estimated used price, by model year
$1,250/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
53
Highway MPG
54
Combined MPG
53
Electric range
253 mi
Horsepower
139 hp
Doors
4
Length
174.0 in
Width
71.7 in
Height
61.8 in
Wheelbase
107.1 in
Curb weight
3,717 lb
Cargo volume
19.4 cu ft
Cargo (seats folded)
54.4 cu ft
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