KIA Niro HEV 2022 - Korean C-HR (ENG)

KIA Niro HEV 2022 - Korean C-HR (ENG) - Test Drive and Review

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KIA Niro is a compact crossover launched back in 2016. It competes with the likes of the Toyota C-HR or the VW T-Roc. In terms of size the Niro is also about the size of the XCeed. However the XCeed can be had with a regular petrol motor, a mild hybrid or the plug-in hybrid, whereas the Niro can be a full hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or EV.
These days electrification is the buzz word in the car world. Some carmakers, like VW, invest in completely new EV platforms. Others, like Toyota, are reluctant to shift from hybrids. And KIA offers three types of propulsion in one model - HEV, PHEV and EV - possibly awaiting to see how the situation will develop.
This is the new KIA Niro. Today in its most popular form so far - the hybrid.
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↔ 2022 KIA Niro dimensions:
✔ length: 4420 mm
✔ width: 1825 mm
✔ height: 1570 mm
✔ wheelbase: 2720 mm
✔ boot/trunk: 450-1445 L
💲 2022 KIA Niro starting price: 30 690 euro
💲 2022 KIA Niro HEV price as tested: 37 290 euro
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Index:
0:00 intro
0:50 kia niro competition
1:15 hybrid drivetrain explanation
3:00 kia niro - what's new?
5:00 cockpit
8:10 driving impressions
12:35 rear seat
13:15 boot
14:20 pricing
14:55 conclusion

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@TheAllMightyGodofCod 2 жыл бұрын

I find it hard to call anything eucalyptus related as ecological.... But then, I am Portuguese and my country has been devastated by eucalyptus...

@RichardGosling-jr9pw Жыл бұрын

A comprehensive review. Some details not covered by other motor journalists for example the brake disc cleaning device. Great laid back and comedic approach which makes enjoyable viewing.

@ProPatria1919 2 жыл бұрын

I own previous gen Niro FL with digital tacho. It shows revs both in eco and sport mode. I'm already impressed with my old one. Mpg is quite good, even with big wheels. Just did a 400 km roadtrip with 2 persons on board. Got 5,0 l/100kmh, speeds were up to 130 km/h.

@DeeoMaika Жыл бұрын

Loved the t-shirt!

@johnchristmas7522 Жыл бұрын

What I like about the dash board layout is that the screens are part of the nacelle, unlike many others where the screen looks like an I-pad rammed in the top of the dash. I've ordered my Niro full hybrid. I think right now hybrids the way to go. It takes away the need to search for a charger and one that works! plus I'm not being charged horrendous electricity prices. The infrastructure for full electric is not there yet, so as good as many electric cars are, its not for me.

@marinatetot2309 Жыл бұрын

Love your English accent ❤😊 Thanks for yours videos 🙏🙏🙏

@MarekDrivesENG Жыл бұрын

So nice of you

@SeventySoyer 2 жыл бұрын

Hybrids are now with the lowest CO2 footprint if you include manufacturing CO2. EVs won't save us from climate change unless battery production changes radically.

@extreme8808 2 жыл бұрын

Genuinely got nothing this time. Just commenting to help boost your content, because it's good! I like the Koreans, they have really upped their game. Also I like the way a KIA is offered - packed with a truck-load of kit with barely any options to choose from *cough VW group* 😅 Is KIA still built in Slovakia?

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

The Niro is built in South Korea. Sportage and Ceed are made in Slovakia.

@timmy5867 Жыл бұрын

Like your comments especiallly the one saying that the overtaking power is not enough. I do have a test drive on Niro HEV. No chance to test drive on highway. Nice car, just the power is not enough. By the way EV6 dual motor one is gorgeous. !!! I am in New Zealand. Definitely follow your channel.

@MarekDrivesENG Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'll have that EV6 GT for a test drive in a month or so. Stay tuned! As for the Niro HEV, I'm pretty sure they limited it electronically to keep the emissions down. Still, it's a practical commuter.

@emgee44 Жыл бұрын

I have a gen.1 NIRO HeV model 3. For over taking or when joining fast flowing traffic, I put the car into Sport mode which I find gives more than enough punch to get you going.

@mkkm945 2 жыл бұрын

Kia/Hyundai along with VW group are leaving other legacy automakers in the dust with their EV offerings. This car, in EV form, is a great younger sibling to the EV6. I've recently begun seeing old-gen Niro EVs as taxis here in NYC which is certainly more pleasant than the horrendous Nissan vans that destroy your back with their suspension & eyes with their look.

@emilsohn1671 2 жыл бұрын

It's funny, I would say Mercedes is doing a more convincing job than VW by a long shot. Definately premium segment, sure, but technologically, the Mercedes is far ahead of VW. VW isn't premium, but it is priced between mid-range and premium while AUDI is definately priced as a premium, but with worse tech than a mercedes EV. KIA/Hyundai does well though, quite techy, especially as they are also sufficiently cheaper than TSLA to justify the Korean options (which the VWs are definately not!), and this is not even mentioning that the ID3 was an outright scandal (and a dangerous one at that) at release with software that was a hazard. KIA/Hyundai appears to be better at this whole SW-thing. I know as far as pricing goes, I can only speak for where I live (DK) and the VWs here seem much too expensive compared to especially KIA/Hyundai. VW has a good production capacity, it seems. But the EV-quality of TSLA or the koreans is better, for the price.

@Dreadpirateflappy 10 ай бұрын

@@emilsohn1671 there is a reason most reviewers aren't really rating Mercedes EV offerings that highly yet Kia and VW are getting awards left right and centre.

@jonathanmellish4439 2 ай бұрын

I am looking for a hybrid with higher seating so this car is of interest in addition to a nearly new RAV4, CRV or Sportage. Looking back at your review of the previous model there doesn’t appear to be a huge leap forward over this (except styling) and the old one wasn’t too bad to look at.

@vatsalasingh6488 11 ай бұрын

Hi Marek, I am confused between toyota chr and the niro hybrid. The top spec niro is 4-5k pounds expensive than the top spec chr. Is it a better option to go for the trim 2 niro instead of a top spec chr? The only drawback in chr that i found was the legspace in the backseat. What is your experience when it comes to both of the cars

@MarekDrivesENG 11 ай бұрын

The new C-HR is coming soon, so I imagine this is the reason for the price difference. While I find the C-HR rather pleasant to drive (especially in the 2-liter hybrid form), I also find the Niro more practical in every day use. But not 4-5k GBP more practical.

@vatsalasingh6488 10 ай бұрын

@@MarekDrivesENG thank you ☺️

@lacika_dnb 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Marek.. have this stupid offset headrest more settings like up and down? Im using seat in upright setting, and in most cars headrest just pushing my head to front.

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

AFAIR this one only goes up and down. I know what you mean with the headrest pushing your head too much to the front.

@1964summit Жыл бұрын

Do we really need a coat hanger. Silly idea, especially if it effects the headrests design, which it did.

@mra682 Жыл бұрын

I don't like keyless entry./start. Where to put the bunch of keys ? Also i rest my hand on gear selector at times

@Dreadpirateflappy 10 ай бұрын

pocket? bag? cupholder? possibilities are endless.

@Ambienfinity 2 жыл бұрын

I'd probably go for the standard hybrid, but the older model was easily capable of 60 mpg, It was nice to drive too. I don't like the tacked on look of these new instrument arrays.

@JanHenrik541 2 жыл бұрын

They’ll only sell the plug-in hybrid and full electric version here in Norway. I might want to swap my plug-in hybrid with the EV, but I am unsure if it’s good value compared to the competition if you want more than the lower trims.

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

Watch out for charging speeds (peak at around 70 kW). If you're planning road trips, this could be an issue. Otherwise ~400 km real life range is appealing.

@JanHenrik541 2 жыл бұрын

@@MarekDrivesENG good point, for our one to three long journeys a year our generation one Niro PHEV will be a lot more practical. Especially with young kids with limited patience waiting in a still standing car (on a charger for instance).

@AndrejGobec 2 жыл бұрын

Prices are spicy!! :( BTW, I like your reviews, but I miss occasional graphics which would help absorb some info better for my distracted mind - especially true when it comes to enumerations, comparisons or number spamming. With those I would definitely keep coming back more often.

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

Noted! I'll pass it on to my editor.

@AndrejGobec 2 жыл бұрын

@@MarekDrivesENG Thank you!! I was trying to make sense why some of your videos seem so confusing to me even though I like them ... boiled down to the fact I visualise numbers in my mind. I'm probably not the only one. That was the premise for my suggestion.

@tkin73 Жыл бұрын

The performance depends on battery charge level? For example 0-100 in 10.4 sec is the same with full battery and with 30% battery?

@mftgdeserteagle Жыл бұрын

Might be a stupid question... but how does this compare to the Yaris Cross? I'm trying to decide between both while knowing they are not entirelly comparable.

@MarekDrivesENG Жыл бұрын

How does it compare in what respect? Toyota is always the better hybrid, but KIA is a better overall package even than the C-HR, against which it competes. More space, practicality, kit...

@mftgdeserteagle Жыл бұрын

@@MarekDrivesENG Thank you and understood. Relative to the Corolla (which is not in the same segment as the Niro but is closer in price and size), do you still think the Niro has an edge overall (comfort, space, technology, economy,...)?

@MarekDrivesENG Жыл бұрын

@@mftgdeserteagle Niro.

@Simon-ls8xf Жыл бұрын

Corolla Cross is probably better, stronger and bigger car for the same money. But I didn't drive Niro, so we will have to wait a bit.

@medi768 11 ай бұрын

I must buy a new car and I am thinking of Yaris Hybrid or Niro Hybrid. Please advice me.

@MarekDrivesENG 11 ай бұрын

I'm not you. I don't know what you need.

@TEVAssociation 2 жыл бұрын

Still can't figure out how they can justify having both eNiro and EV6 in the lineup with very similar pricing at least here

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

I like the Niro/Soul more. I'm weird like that :-)

@MRPAD744 2 жыл бұрын

I thought all cars had laminated windscreens? maybe it should be laminated side windows or rear window ?

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

So-called acoustic windscreen. Acoustic front side windows are always welcome, but often an option (if available at all).

@sachah2400 Жыл бұрын

1db less noise inside using acoustic windscreen when we tested Kona. You had to buy premium model though. Not worth the extra 7000 dollars to go premium line for 1db.

@g00dfeeling 2 жыл бұрын

Is it Friday already? :)

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

It's Liftedembargoday :)

@kevinn1158 2 жыл бұрын

I think the design is a quantum leap forward from the outgoing model. This particular colour is really sharp but I wouldn't chose a black accent blade. Maybe a dark grey blade? I’m kind of surprised the PHEV isn’t popular with city people knowing they could go about on full electric 90% of the time but maybe the price is too high? Or maybe the PHEV buyer just goes for the full EV? Anyways, Kia has been doing an amazing job imo. The EV6 AWD looks really appealing. I’m going to test that in a couple weeks.

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

KIA's PHEV isn't that great, although they say this one is improved. We'll see.

@pantaksianno2236 2 жыл бұрын

@@MarekDrivesENG which are good phevs?maybe a video?

@JanHenrik541 2 жыл бұрын

The Niro PHEV eats trough two energy sources at once in freezing winter, but that’s a common problem with plug-in hybrids. But petrol engines doesn’t like to be running on high rpm from cold start, so there’s some advantages to run the engine in a plug-in hybrid when it’s cold. The new model should have a electric heating system for the cabin that will reduce some of the fuel consumption in winter but might affect electric range.

@pantaksianno2236 2 жыл бұрын

@@JanHenrik541 I love in a warmer climate but I guess it must be the same with the summer heat

@JanHenrik541 2 жыл бұрын

I would guess people living in the cities choose the EV over PHEVs because the charging infrastructure is better in more populated areas and the EV often have lower toll rates (or other benefits, at least here in Norway).

@j.v.f.8736 2 жыл бұрын

Keen euros for this Kia Niro

@aka7kak8 2 жыл бұрын

Modern car should not do any gear shifts in town. so it has to be EV or Toyota/honda hybrid ;)

@laupakhin 2 жыл бұрын

I was really keen on one of these but they've done silly things with the pricing where I am. The hybrid costs more than a RAV4 hybrid, and the top of the range EV costs more than the big battery base version of the EV6. It makes really hard to justify when some manufacturers here are offering full EVs for less money.

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, it got too expensive.

@unabletochoose 2 жыл бұрын

The design is much improved over the outgoing model. However I’d like to see a car shaped car, not a crossover or SUV. I don’t want a big heavy SUV, I want a sedan. I’d much rather have an ionic than a Nero, it’s a shame they killed that one.

@medi768 11 ай бұрын

I need most reliable and cheapest to operate.

@sinanspearhead 2 жыл бұрын

Electric vehicles are suitable only for city driving of rich people for now. We don't know the future but there's one thing that I'm sure: everyone who use these cars will get much radiation of the magnetic field of the powerful motor and the large battery, today and in the future. I don't know how many people will take care of this bad reality...

@emgee44 Жыл бұрын

What total rubbish🤦🏻

@sachah2400 Жыл бұрын

EV overpriced. Half the ice range. I fill my car in 2 minutes. Drive 900km. EV version costs twice the price, range 480km, takes 2 hours to charge even on a super charger. EV toys for the rich. 78% of ev charge up on coal and gas.....baw haw

@kdbsuff9625 2 жыл бұрын

Kia now offering a laminated windscreen? Only 50 years late.

@ProPatria1919 2 жыл бұрын

which Niro class car had laminated windshield 50 years ago? And how many do today?

@kdbsuff9625 2 жыл бұрын

@@ProPatria1919 Indestructo" safety glass was being used every year in vehicles produced at the Ford Motor Company works in Dagenham, England. "Indestructo" safety glass was manufactured by British IndestructÕ Glass, Ltd. of London. This was the laminated glass used by the Ford Motor Company in 1939. Laminated windscreens are fitted as standard in almost every car today. Laminated side glass? No.

@Dreadpirateflappy 10 ай бұрын

Kia have always had laminated windscreens... this is an acoustic windscreen. different thing.

@numbereightyseven 2 жыл бұрын

I (used to?) watch all your vids, but my brain blurs over with all these new-fangled electrified vehicles. They all look the same, both inside and out, and without any real buttons on the inside, they're bland and boring. Bring back buttons. Bring back buttons. Bring back buttons.

@MarekDrivesENG 2 жыл бұрын

I do wish I had better news, but electrification is coming.