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Kia Niro Base (2023) price & specs
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Overview
The 2023 Kia Niro Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 1st August 2022. The Kia Niro is regarded as a medium-sized car built in Korea with prices starting at $41,710 before on-road costs.
This Kia Niro is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 104 kW of power (at 5700 rpm) and 265 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Kia claims the Niro Base uses 4.3L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 97g of CO2. It has a 45L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1047km per full tank
The Kia Niro measures 1630mm (64.2 inches) in height, 4385mm (172.6 inches) in length, 1805mm (71.1 inches) in width with a 2700mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1616kg (3562.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Niro Base comes standard with 215/55 R17 front tyres and 215/55 R17 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 84 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
70.37 - 86.86 kW/t
64.6 kW/t
175.64 kW/t
Boot Space
425 - 475 litres
220 litres
540 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4 L/100km
1.9 L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
460 - 1,050 km
460 km
2,105 km
Price
$44,380 - $72,100
$35,990
$121,900
Warranty (Years)
7 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
4 years
5 years
8 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,940 - 2,200 kg
1,740 kg
2,650 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
750 - 1,300 kg
750 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
150 - 160 mm
141 mm
221 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
1.3 - 64.8 kWh
0.2 kWh
78 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
11 kW
2.3 kW
22 kW
DC Fast Charging (max kW)
83.8 kW
50 kW
150 kW
Vehicle Range (EV)
460 km
58 km
560 km
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Dimensions
4,385 mm
1,805 mm
1,630 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,385 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,805 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,860 mm |
| Load Capacity | 314 mm |
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Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 112
CO2 Level (Combined): 97
CO2 Level (Urban): 87
Standard Met: EU5
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 72.0
Engine (cc): 1580
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: G4le
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 97.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.9
Main Capacity (L): 45
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.9
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 170
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 43.5
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 32.0
Electric Power Source
Battery (Ah): 6.5
Battery Supplier: Other
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion Polymer
Battery Voltage: 240.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 1.56
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1047
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 651
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 23.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 66
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 55
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 20.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 58
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 48
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 25.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 3.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 72
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 60
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.3
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.5
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 120
Maximum Speed (km/h): 162
Maximum Speed (mph): 101
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 141
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 44
Maximum Power (kW): 104
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 32
Maximum Torque (Nm): 265
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 170
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5700
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 105
Maximum Power (kW): 77
Maximum Torque (Nm): 147
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5700
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: K2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 50.2
Rear Seat Down (L): 1421
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 410
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10860
Front Track (in): 61.2
Front Track (mm): 1555
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.6
Overall Height (in): 64.2
Overall Height (mm): 1630
Overall Length (in): 172.6
Overall Length (mm): 4385
Overall Width (in): 71.1
Overall Width (mm): 1805
Rear Track (in): 61.8
Rear Track (mm): 1569
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 45.6
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 13900
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2700
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.1
Front Headroom (mm): 1018
Rear Headroom (in): 42.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 1090
Front Hip Room (in): 53.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1364
Rear Hip Room (in): 48.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1228
Front Leg Room (in): 41.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1059
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 950
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.0
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1423
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1402
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1930
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4255
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1616
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3563
Tare Weight (kg): 1616
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Piano Black
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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