Kia Niro Hybrid
The Kia Niro Hybrid now comes with a futuristic exterior to match its clever 1.6-litre hybrid drivetrain. Quiet and refined, this drivetrain allows the car to reach economy figures as close as 19.6km/L (as tested). The cabin of the Niro Hybrid is a great place for families as well. There's plenty of head and legroom, and the twin 10.25-inch displays are sure to impress those seated up front. All these make the Kia Niro Hybrid a great hybrid for the family.
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Reviews
Was attended by Dom Wong (C & C) and he is very knowledgeable, patient, and shared lots of details on the features during test drive.
We were looking for a car as we just had a new addition to the family and after researching, we decided to go for a KIA Niro Hybrid EX comfort. The salesperson who attended to us is Dom Wong, and he is highly recommended - extremely detailed, experienced and humble. The car itself is easy to handle, has rear aircon, has fantastic real world FC (we average 4.1 L/100KM or ~1000 KM per tank) and we especially appreciate the car's longer wheelbase (we were deciding between the Niro and the Hyundai Kona hybrid) which translates into more legroom and boot space (super important when ur baby is fussing). Plus the city scape green that we got is such a nice color!
I recently switched from a 2018 Honda Freed to a Kia Niro EX Comfort Pack, and it's been an easy transition. I must commend Dom Wong for the outstanding service he provided. I didn't read any reviews about him or make an appointment in advance, but as soon as my family and I entered the showroom, he was the first to approach us. Unlike many salespeople, he didn't aggressively push for a sale. Instead, he took the time to share valuable information that addressed our needs. There was no sugar-coating—he focused on what was truly value-for-money, which led us to choose the EX Comfort Pack. It checked all the boxes for us financially and performance-wise.After 24 hours of careful consideration, we made our decision. Initially, we were just doing some research, and the other Korean brand was also an option, but after visiting Kia, we didn't feel the need to go to the other showroom. Dom kept us updated without us having to chase him, and his 5-star service continued when we collected the car. The service was top-notch from start to finish, and not only was I impressed, but so was my family.Now, a little about the car. I was initially skeptical about Korean brands, carrying some outdated preconceptions. But after the test drive, I was pleasantly surprised by the Niro's quietness, performance, and overall quality. I never expected this level of refinement from Kia. In addition, the fuel efficiency has been impressive—I've been able to get over 900 km on a full tank after almost a month of driving. The car's safety features have also enhanced my driving experience, and it's surprisingly responsive when needed, with great stability on the road. Given the current crazy COE prices, this car is affordable and still allows me to enjoy dining out and going on holidays.I hope I'm not jinxing it, but so far, everything has been positive—from Dom Wong's excellent service to the car's performance.At the end of the day, I'd recommend test-driving the car for yourself before forming any opinions.
After driving Kia Sorento for 10 years, i walked into Kia showroom early this year to look at Kia Niro and met Dom. Dom came across as a knowledgeable sales person who could explain the various features of the car, especially the hybrid and safety features of the SX model. And why AIG insurance for your new car. All in all, he has a good grip of car trade, experienced, resourceful, patient and not pushy.After the car was delivered last month, i noticed the rattling sound when travelling over 90km/hour. C&c actually acknowledged the problem and fixed it on the same day. Pretty impressed, i could now enjoy the solid and quiet drive of the car.
Verdict
The new Kia Niro Hybrid has soared to the top of its segment thanks to a winning combination of stunning futuristic design combined with a much improved hybrid drivetrain.
The car now comes with a bold new front that makes it impossible to mistake for any other car on the road.
And this futuristic design is matched by an equally future-ready drivetrain. The hybrid system here ensures that the Kia Niro only ever sips fuel, and it delivered an impressive 19.6km/L when we tested it. But equally stunning is the fact that it also comes with high refinement, making transitions between petrol and electric power practically seamless.
Step into the Kia Niro Hybrid and you'll continue to be impressed. There's a large panoramic curved display that displays all necessary information in a clear manner, and a clever LCD touch panel ensures that all the controls within the car are intuitive to use and well within reach of the driver.
The seats within the Kia Niro Hybrid also offer high comfort while staying thin to maximise interior space, and they are even wrapped in vegan leather, furthering the eco-friendly credentials of the car.
For all these future-ready features, as well as the fact that it is just such a looker, we think the Kia Niro Hybrid ought to take this year's prize as the best compact hybrid SUV.
The car now comes with a bold new front that makes it impossible to mistake for any other car on the road.
And this futuristic design is matched by an equally future-ready drivetrain. The hybrid system here ensures that the Kia Niro only ever sips fuel, and it delivered an impressive 19.6km/L when we tested it. But equally stunning is the fact that it also comes with high refinement, making transitions between petrol and electric power practically seamless.
Step into the Kia Niro Hybrid and you'll continue to be impressed. There's a large panoramic curved display that displays all necessary information in a clear manner, and a clever LCD touch panel ensures that all the controls within the car are intuitive to use and well within reach of the driver.
The seats within the Kia Niro Hybrid also offer high comfort while staying thin to maximise interior space, and they are even wrapped in vegan leather, furthering the eco-friendly credentials of the car.
For all these future-ready features, as well as the fact that it is just such a looker, we think the Kia Niro Hybrid ought to take this year's prize as the best compact hybrid SUV.
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