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2020 was the model refresh year for the Kia Niro which debuted in the US market in 2017. Motor Trend's latest article compares the 2020 Kia Niro to three more established hybrid models: Prius, Insight and Ioniq.
Criticisms of the Kia Niro include hesitant gas engine, clunky transmission, and aggressive braking transition. Motor Trend's test drive fuel economy also ended up lower in the 2020 model than the 2017 model. In contrast, the Honda Insight is complimented by Motor Trend for its rate of acceleration, transmission, and braking.
Criticisms of the Kia Niro include hesitant gas engine, clunky transmission, and aggressive braking transition. Motor Trend's test drive fuel economy also ended up lower in the 2020 model than the 2017 model. In contrast, the Honda Insight is complimented by Motor Trend for its rate of acceleration, transmission, and braking.
Kia Niro | Toyota Prius | Honda Insight | Hyundai Ioniq | |
Combined Output | 139 hp 195 lb ft | 121 hp 105 lb ft | 152 hp 200 lb ft | 139 hp 195 lb ft |
Transmission | 6-speed dual clutch | eCVT | eCVT | 6-speed dual clutch |
0 to 60 mph Accel. | 9.2 sec | 9.8 sec | 7.3 sec | 8.4 sec |
60 to 0 Stop Distance | 132 ft | 131 ft | 122 ft | 129 ft |
Combined Economy | 50 mpg | 52 mpg | 52 mpg | 55 mpg |
Cargo Area | 22.4 cu ft | 27.4 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft | 26.5 cu ft |