The new goodies include a standard rear passenger alert, a remote engine start feature (for cars equipped with the smart key), and there are some upgrades to Kia’s smart cruise control system that allows it to better deal with bends in the road. Niros equipped with the larger 8-inch infotainment display wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard, a connection that previously required a cable.
As for pricing, the base Niro LX Hybrid costs $100 more than it did last year, rising to $25,865. The LXS and Touring trims follow suit, coming in at $27,265 and $29,565 respectively. Touring SE and EX Premium models see a marginally higher ($160) price jump and start from $32,125 and $34,125, respectively. The Niro PHEV trims get similar bumps in price. The Niro PHEV LXS comes in at $26,765, EX models are priced from $34,565, and EX Premium models start at $37,725.
The 2021 Niros are on sale right now, so no need to wait if any of these updates sound irresistible.
2021 Kia Niro Hybrid Pricing
•LX: $25,865
•LXS: $27,265
•Touring: $29,565
•Touring SE: $32,125
•EX Premium: $34,125
2021 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid Pricing
•LXS: $26,765
•EX: $34,565
•EX Premium: $37,725.