The 2020 Kia Niro EV comes with a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. basic warranty, a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 10 yr./ 100000 mi. powertrain warranty.Redesigned headlights.EX trim level gets standard 8-inch touchscreen.EX Premium trim now includes 10.25-inch touchscreen.
Pros Lots of standard safety features Plenty of driving range for an affordable EV Fun to drive with zippy acceleration and surprisingly decent handling Clever interior storage options
Cons All-wheel drive isn't available despite crossover styling Leather upholstery is a little stiff
The Kia Niro EV gets more screen space for 2020, and it remains one of the roomiest of the affordable long-range electric vehicles.
Pros Roomy interior Simple, intuitive interface Great infotainment systems Packed with features
Cons Not a $45,000 car in the up-close details Busy ride motions Benchlike front seats Odd center console layout
The 2020 Kia Niro's #6 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 7.4 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 18 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
The 2021 Kia Seltos anchors a family of crossover SUVs with its choice of 4-cylinders and available wide-screen infotainment
Pros Kicky looks Big 10.3-inch touchscreen (optional) Available all-wheel drive Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
Cons Base engine’s low output Unknown which safety features come standard
New subcompact crossover slots between the Soul and the Sportage.The Kia Seltos is an all-new model for 2021.
Pros Impressive interior materials Lots of standard and available tech Plenty of cargo space for a compact SUV Brimming with personality
Cons Rough ride on the highway Limited space for passengers in the back seat
Everything. Seltos is an all-new SUV for the Kia brand and, despite being on sale in global markets for 2020, is launching in the North American market for the 2021 model year.
Pros Spacious interior, sweet optional 10.3-inch infotainment, spry handling.
Cons Firm ride, seven-speed automatic hesitant at low speeds, driver-assistance features not standard.