Comparison - Kia Niro 4 HEV 2020 - vs - Toyota Yaris Cross Urban Hybrid 2021

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
£
29,270
Updated: 
04 Dec 2019
$
36,735
Australian dollar
Updated: 
04 Nov 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
6-speed dual-clutch
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
no
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
11.80gals
9.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Silky Silver
#BBBDC0
Graphite
#656468
Midnight Black
#1A1A1B
White Pearl
#E7EAEF
Ocean Blue
#176B7F
Runway Red
#A51919
Color: 
Brass gold metallic
#CEAA4E
Dark blue mica metallic
#202E60
Senual red mica
#AE272A
Grayish blue
#3361A3
White pearl crystal shine
#FFFFFF
Beige
#DCCFA5
Silver metallic
#9FA0A0
Black mica
#000000

Electric

Battery: 
1.56kWh Li-ion polymer battery

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The Niro isn't our favorite car to drive, but it's perfect for drivers who care as much about fuel efficiency as they do about their budget.

Pros
Efficiently rated up to 52 mpg,
affordable,
practicality of a crossover.

Cons
Some trims lack basic amenities,
uninspiring performance,
plug-in hybrid has limited EV range.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Kia Niro's #7 ranking is based on its score within the Hybrid and Electric SUVs category. It was a finalist for our 2020 Best Hybrid or Electric SUV for the Money award. Currently the Kia Niro has a score of 7.5 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources..

Pros
Excellent fuel economy
Spacious interior when compared with subcompact SUVs
Intuitive infotainment system

Cons
Not available with all-wheel drive
Interior not as upscale as rivals’
Unimpressive acceleration

By: 
usnews.com

The 2020 Kia Niro is a compelling eco-friendly car for those opposed to Prius-like looks.

Pros
Oh so frugal
Comfortable, roomy interior
Excellent value
SUV-ish looks

Cons
No AWD option
Light on thrills
High-trim version uses more fuel
Automatic emergency braking should be standard

By: 
thecarconnection.com

PROS
Ample space for a light SUV
Exterior look is distinctive, especially with the two-tone colour option
Toyota has added yet another option to its already booming SUV line-up

CONS
The interior styling is too retro
Its price is at the higher end of the segment
No full-size spare wheel in the boot

By: 
caradvice.com.au

PROS
Excellent fuel economy
Decent value for money
Its looks will turn heads

CONS
Petrol engine can be gruff under load
Lacks the performance of turbo'd rivals
Feels cheap in some parts of the cabin

By: 
carexpert.com.au

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Hybrid
Regular Unleaded
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
12
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
3
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.60L
1.50L
Torque: 
195ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
88ft-lbs
at 4 800rpm
Horsepower: 
140hp
at 5 700rpm
89hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
34.60Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Multi-function steering wheel ((MID), telephone and audio)
More in Convenience: 
Heated Steering Whee
Regenerative Braking Level Controlled by Paddle Shift Mounted on Steering Wheel
Charging Indicator on Dashboard
Leather Trimmed Door Armrests*
Engine Start/Stop Button with Smart Entry System
Leather accented steering wheel
Drive mode select
Smart entry and start system

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
171.40in
164.50in
Width: 
71.00in
69.40in
Height: 
60.40in
61.40in
Front Track: 
61.60in
59.40in
Rear Track: 
62.10in
59.60in
Wheel Base: 
106.20in
100.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
48.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
881lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
13.20cu.ft
13.70cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3284.00lbs
2877.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Front and rear power operation windows
Auto-electronically retractable door mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Black Leather Upholstery
Passenger's Seat Manual Height Adjuster
8-way Driver's Power Adjustable Seat (Sliding, Reclining, Height Adjustment)
Driver Power Memory Seat & Memory Mirror Function
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Driver's Seat Power Lumbar Support
Fabric seats
Heated front seats
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Heated Outer Rear Seats
Folding center armrest
40/20/40 split fold rear seats

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Macpherson Strut
MacPherson strut type coil spring
Rear Suspension: 
Multi link
double wishbone type coil spring

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
no
no
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Sunvisors with Vanity Mirror Illumination (Driver & Front Passenger)
Dual Automatic Air Conditioning
Air conditioning
Illuminated entry

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
8-speaker
JBL® Premium Sound System with Subwoofer, External Amp & Front Centre Speaker
DAB Radio with MP3 Compatibility
Shark Fin Antenna
Front USB Port
USB Port in Centre Console (Fast Charge)
Bluetooth® with Music Streaming
Apple CarPlay™ with Voice Control
Wireless Mobile Phone Charger
8" Touchscreen Satellite Navigation with European Mapping & Traffic Messaging Channel (TMC)
Kia Connected Services Featuring TomTom® (Traffic, Speed Cameras, Local Search & Weather Updates)
7" Full TFT Colour Display Cluster
6-Speaker
Apple CarPlay®¹³ and Android Auto™
Voice recognition, Mobile Assistant, Siri®12 Eyes Free, Miracast®5 and myToyota
Bluetooth®¹¹ connectivity
USB⁶ input
Toyota Connected Services7 – with inbuilt communication device
7" colour touchscreen display
4.2" Multi Information Display

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
LED Centre Room Lamp
Luggage Area Load Cover
LED Overhead Console Lamp with Sunglasses Case
Ignition Keyhole Illumination
Halogen headlamps
LED headlamps
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 in
18"
Wheels more: 
Temporary spare wheel
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
215.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Intelligent Speed Limit Warning (ISLW)
Emergency Stop Signalling (ESS)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)
Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
Blind Spot Detection (BSD) with Rear-Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
Heat Pump
Front Seatbelts Height Adjusters
Speed Sensing Auto Door Locking (Dealer-Activated Feature)
Pre-Collision Safety system with pedestrian (day and night) and cyclist (day) detection
Lane Tracing Assist
The Road Sign Assist
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
downhill assistance
Active Cornering Assist
Hill-start Assist Control