What Changed:

Kia enters the dedicated hybrid market with the all-new Niro. Unlike others in the segment, the Niro wears styling that looks more crossover than hatchback. The powertrain combines a 1.6l four-cylinder engine with an electric motor for a combined output of 139-bhp.

Official Word:

A key component to Kia Motors' Green Car Roadmap was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show today as Kia Motors America (KMA) hosted the global debut of the all-new 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle (HUV). A no-compromise vehicle that combines driving enjoyment with eye-catching design, functional utility and hybrid efficiency, the all-new Niro strikes the perfect balance for today's consumers and stakes claim to a unique position between the hybrid-electric vehicle and CUV segments. "The Niro...Read.