2026 Kia Niro

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2026 Kia Niro is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI; PHEV)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Dual-clutch, Single-speed
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Hybrid, Electric, Plug-in hybrid
Economy: 49 mpg (4.8 L/100 km) to 53 mpg (4.4 L/100 km) combined

Exterior (3/4 View)Same generation

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI; PHEV)

Combined Economy

253 mi range (407.164032 km) · EPA

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Dual-clutch, Single-speed

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI; PHEV)
Displacement	1.6 L
Cylinders	4
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Hybrid, Electric, Plug-in hybrid	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Dual-clutch, Single-speed
Gears	1 to 6
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	49 mpg (4.8 L/100 km) to 53 mpg (4.4 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	53 mpg (4.4 L/100 km)
Highway	45 mpg (5.2 L/100 km) to 54 mpg (4.4 L/100 km)
Electric range	253 mi (407 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 10, 2026.

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 2, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved September 30, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 2, 2026

Data verified: November 2, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2026 Kia Niro have?

Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI; PHEV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Kia Niro?

Combined fuel economy is 49 mpg (4.8 L/100 km) to 53 mpg (4.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

What is the electric range of the 2026 Kia Niro?

253 mi (407 km) of electric range, as listed by our sources.

Is the 2026 Kia Niro front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2026 Kia Niro?

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 10, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.