Youre doing a great Job presenting the All New kia Niro ev. It's fun listening to you talking calmly, slow and precise in englisch. I can understand you really good. Thank you for showing me my ordered car several months before i get it myself.
You are so right I'm coming around to it also it's different why buy a car that's the same old boring solid body car this is kind of hot it all depends on the colors
My wife bought the Kia eNiro in 2020 and it's a pleasure to drive, we have installed a 7kW home charger that covers most of our charging needs except when we take road trip Geneva-Nice ~600km where we now use Ionity and Tesla chargers (France). Next trip will be testing out the "Bonnet" -app which will further decrease charging costs at IONITY. I had my eyes on the EV6 myself but with the current situation in the world the prices are climbing and availability decreasing. I also start to think that the EV6 might be a little bit to big for me real needs as I mostly anyway just commute to work. The new NiroEv starts to look more and more as a contender. Since charging on fastchargers have actually decreased by roughly 11mins from 10-80% charging between the new vs old Niro it makes it more attractive for me. Efficience of the Niro's have always been quite good and maybe a heatpump/preheating will help with cold weather-worries of mine. What do you think about the upcoming EV4, will it be basically a revamped "eNiro", similar size on an 800V eGMP -platform with a slightly larger battery and faster charging? Could it be what I am waiting for? When will we see KIA implementing Solid state batteries? /Magnus ERIKSSON
Kia Niro looks good ! Should move charging port to side as even a minor front end bump can render charging to "non-existent" status ... Slainte' ! Cheers !
I agree with you about changing port, i would say they only changes they can make is front to keep the same tools on the production line where Phev and petrol version are produced to have high volume and low cost
@@Rubblechops Valid point ... but more accidents/incidents are either front or back ... Are better ways to incorporate charging port to safeguard ... Until then ...
Hello Marc. The charge port is high enough that it would take a major collision to cause damage to the charge port. The Kia EV6 has the charge port on the right (driver's side in Ireland) but Teslas have it on the left. This means using a Tesla SuperCharger, as they open them to non-Tesla vehicles in Europe, will be difficult. With the Niro EV, it's less of an issue, though you will have to pull into a SuperCharger spot instead of backing in. I personally find it much more comfortable for everyday use. I owned an i-MiEV (charger on right side for 240V and charger on the left side for CHaDeMO), and having those chargers on the side were difficult to get to in smaller garages. My LEAF and Niro EV (2019 model) have it in the front and I much prefer it there for real-world situations.
A few corrections. Kia EV6 have 800V system. Kia Niro EV (both generations) have 400V. EV6 can charge around 240kW at peak speed, and Niro EV at around 75kW. Niro EV gen 2 have different battery configuration, which gives higher chargingspeed over all... but 75kW top speed is not impressive by 2023.
@@raymondz595 This car is good for me, who only drive 120-200 km a day and a few times in a year go for longer trips. I charge my car mostly at home, so I don't care it's not 100kwh or 150kwh, no matter at all.
@@Xewo7777 this is an semi affordable EV, it suppose to be the kind of EV that most people should be able to afford. 90% of the population in Sweden live in Apartments (number is even higher in other countries) because of that, charging at home isn't really an option. So what's good for you isn't really relevant...
@@raymondz595 In my country who drives an electric car mostly charging at home, more than 70% of the owners.(with solar systems) So for me relevant. But I get it what you are said. The EV market not for the 90% of the population, sadly and because of the probelms what you can find in the car industry the EV's won't be affordable in short term, even the used ones are horribly expensive. Most of the affodable electric cars charging times are slow. But somehow have to start, the EV market it's like a startup. We have to support that. Of course this is my own opinion.
Thanks Charlie for this great video. Was super jealous of you with as much fun you seem to be having driving it. September can't come quick enough for me to get mine.
Great initial review. I like the size of the Niro EV better than the EV6, IONIQ 5, and ID.4. The only thing I don't like is the slow DC fast charging rate. But if the U.S. price is low enough, I'd consider buying one.
You might want to consider too the Genesis GV60 if after something a little more diminutive with length at 4515mm compared to 4695/4680mm of Kia EV6. (Kia Nero EV is 4420mm in length)
I have first gen Kia Niro EV. This second gen Kia Niro EV, I like the new body design/ exterior looks over EV6. I also prefer matching colour for C pillar (one tone colour for car)... EV6 looks like sedan, I prefer hatchback/SUV look of Niro EV, though I wish it had faster DC charging and bigger battery.
I'm looking forward to test drive this car, especially the adaptive cruise control in England City driving here in uk 🇬🇧. Great informative video many thanks 😊 👍
Great video - you promised and delivered! I love the interior but find the exterior a bit too much for me. Very happy with my current 2019 Niro EV and will use that for the next several years. Very surprised you found this more responsive than the single motor EV6, wouldn’t have thought this would be that way compared to RWD.
The EV6 RWD motor is 167 HP with a bigger, heavier car, and the Niro is 201 HP. I felt that the EV6 RWD looked to be under-powered compared to the Niro. The AWD is 320 HP.
☺️ love watching your reviews Charlie, you enjoy your job. Surprised at how good you think this is compared to the EV6, not sure about the looks though, EV6 better,but it's a different type of car though really . The quick shots of cream interior looked great,but I am a sucker for cream interior,classy. The wrap around dash's of Kia are do much better than the slab computer screens, so much easier to read. There is no traffic here in Suffolk,England mate !!! Look forward to the next one. A
Yes, Andrew. I am very surprised myself, too. This new Kia Niro EV is a bit expensive compared to the hybrid variant. But it just drives much better and is so much more fun! Thanks Andrew.
The Niro looks really nice. But wish the range was better. It really needs 300 mile range. Which they would use solid state battery. Also please show more of gauge. Cluster. I saw another youtube channel where the gauge cluster looked different and it had a shifter. The gauge cluster had. (0. 00) set up.
Loving this one thanks for sharing very information blessed love to all knowledge is power hopefully everyone pays attention keep up the good work really like this ev can’t wait to see it at the dealership lol you have the ultimate job getting the best of both world’s 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
Charlie this car looks very nice but not crazy about that two tone look. . My 2019 Kia Niro hybrid is too slow so this would be an upgrade. i just wish Kia would make an all electric Kia Sportage, that would be the perfect vehicle.
Looks a nice car and can see a lot of the EV6 in it. Not for me (I am due my EV6 AWD in a few weeks) but can see it doing really well. DC charge speed is the only real issue I see with it, very surprised they haven't gone up to 100+.
Great video as usual. Really like the new Niro EV for 23, that black bar on the C pillar sides needs to go, but for people that don't need AWD and want a more mainstream looking EV this is a home run. Charging port is in a bad spot, almost all makes use side ports either front or back.
I felt Hyundai Kona was a bit unstable at high speeds when I test drove it, good to hear that the new Niro EV is better. Dual engine EV6 was also very stable.
The torque steer on a Niro EV FWD is not nice from a standing start, also wheel spin if you use Sport Mode. 2019 Niro EV -No issues on the highway at 120 km/H, keeping up with the other traffic., felt solid with cross winds etc. The Niro is built using the Ioniq EV frame which is larger that the Kona's , perhaps that was the difference.
You all are crazy to get an EV. I have a Kia Niro FE hybrid. Been driviing it since 2019 and I love this car. For 10 gallons of gas I get 560 miles per tank @ 10% aggressive driving. Talk about no hassle. Fill it up once a month and then just drive it. Okay I can't accelerate like a Cheetah but Idon't drive a car for the thrills. More interested in reliability and durability and I can easily see myself in my hybrid for the next 10 years. My fuel costs at $5 a gallon for one year is around $500 bucks.
Great review, really good looking car. I’ve ordered one in Blue here in the UK. I would’ve gone for the EV6 however it’s out of my price range plus there’s huge delays on it.
In the UK the top model is £42,000. Plus at this price we get Zero rebate from the government. So I would be looking at the EV6. As the EV6 was a "ground up" designed EV and not an adapted ICE car. Biggest issue for me is the lane assist is very intrusive and currently no obvious way of keeping it switched off. According to testers it needs switching off every time the car is started.
I gather that it being automatically switched on is part of the NCAP safety rating system. However it can be switched off, but means a trip through the options on the screen. Perhaps they could have some user defined shortcuts so that users can turn on/off things like that with fewer presses.
Hi James. Compared to Kia EV6 and Ioniq 5 single motor, Kia Niro EV is more responsive, feels lighter and space wise not bad either. But price wise Kia EV6 and Niro EV are very similar in the starting price zone, but as it goes up, Kia EV6 will be much more expensive.
@@AsianPetrolhead thanks for the response. With the high bar set by the new GMP platform, the older models may lose some of their relative appeal if the price is similar, but as you noted some trims are much more expensive, and the older models may be more widely available with much shorter wait times.
Really nice review, like that thanks. How was noise on the highway and rain comparing to ev6 or ioniq 5? The passender seats function is a bit a joke. Should have been both seats. Also, pretty sure it‘s not safe to use that while driving
😆 "Better slow down." 🐌 Yeah, okay, AP, whatever you say. 😆 Anyway, nice car. Liked the window going up automatically before it went into the tunnel...
Hi Charlie ... do you know if the contrasting C-panel can swapped out by owners ? I'm sure that would help re-sale if new owners had option to change panel ??
Ok, I saw that the button for the door mirror folding is different, do the door mirrors fold automatically when you open and lock the car or do you have to press a button on the door to fold them from the inside
Charlie do you know if you can get any of the models without the contrasting color? For example :can you. Get just a solid EV in white or black with out the contrast strip on the back? Also I think it would have been better to place the charging port on the side. I live in Florida and most of our accidents happen in the front end. People hitting animals like wild hogs and deer's and old folks stopping short in front of you.
Here in the U.S. the PHEV Sportage only has adaptive cruise control with stop and go in the top trim line which is frustrating. Hoping the new Niro has it in at least the mid trim. Did you get any details on that?
I was saying that it is quite for the class. b/c it had battery on the bottom, it is quite nicely isolated from the bottom, but you can hear more noise coming from the side. But I still think it's pretty nice for the class.
You probably never got to test it because you didn't have it that long but do you know if the 4 variant (UK name for top spec model with the sun roof) has the auto dip headlights? The previous model had it in the top spec model, but there is no mention of this feature in the new model. Thanks
I've asked about the new niro ev at my kia dealership and the top trim will cost 55k$ 🇨🇦. That's almost like the GT- 1 AWD EV6. And delivery time is a year from today. That's crazy.
The dealership gave me 14 month wait time for EV6 and about six months for Niro EV LX, but this was in Finland and I guess the cars will be built in Kia's Slovakia factory.
I had a 2019 Niro EV SX Touring (Canada) and traded in on the AWD EV6 gt line 2 (200 preorders for Canada) . I would not trade the Niro in for the EV6 RWD model or the new Niro EV when it gets here. Not sure if RWD VS FWD is enough reason to change. Not enough improvement over my 2019. My ev6 has all the driver tech improvements and like the additional cameras and blind spot display. We have this curious remote to move the car backwards and forwards for parking but no actual assisted parking( Edit -It does parking assist -just to lazy too find out until I saw a UA-cam demonstrating it. ) . In Canada all the kia BEV models are sold before they get to the dealer, with a long wait for factory orders. Just turn on sport mode on a AWD!
@@AsianPetrolhead yes it is the best car for its sector available today. About the only way to improve it is 800 volt architecture and offer AWD ;which is very unlikely on the current joint HYBRID, PHEV platform. . EV4 or 5? perhaps? 🚙
I really like the way the blue with the black contrast panel looks. I would have to go with the hybrid so I would not have to try to find a charger since I live in an apartment without a garage. EV's are pretty much designed for people who live in the suburbs or in expensive towers. Did Hyundai ever create a similar car to the Niro hybrid, I have not noticed it on the North American website?
No, pretty sure not - Hyundai Kona electric is same/similar platform and software, but more the size of Kia Soul. Their original Ioniq (0?!!) is limited in having a boot only, rather than a hatch. But it only has smaller battery.
bought the black one, was thinking about ev6, but i prefer high entering vehicle over the ev6... not in the least the big price diffrence.. i know the starting is little difference but he.. then i want a total package :-)
I think they could have done more with this update, faster charging & improved efficiency for example. I’ve seen one at a launch event and it’s a nice car. In the uk we get piano black over the wheel arches, which i cam see getting ruined through washing
Nice review Charlie but I just can't see myself in any EV"s. Not sure if l like the steering wheel design plus it was a tad loud going over the road gaps.
I would say quite nice for the class. Of course it is not Genesis level. But nicely isolated. Yes, you can turn off the lane departure warning or mitigation.
I know this is another topic, but is it possible to try RoboRide in Seoul ? With technology based on Ioniq 5 with autonomy level 4. Is it already usable by the public or is it just a marketing gimmick?
I am hearing Hyundai is planning to test IONIQ 5 based autonomous driving soon in Seoul. So, if I can I will definitely share our experience. Thank you Dqtube.
Bummer it doesn’t have blind view monitor or 360 camera, EV 6 looks better but for more money I still think Ev 6 Wind eAwd with tech package is the best option if you want all tech msrp $53,695 vs Niro Ev Premium is $46k
How would you compare the power of the 2023 model to the 2022? I test drove a 2022 and enjoyed how zippy it is, however I've heard that the 2023 has a significant torque decrease and feels slower.
You would care to share more about the battery, if its in modular configuration. I heard some horror story about Tesla battery, owners having to wait 6 months to change the battery because it comes in a single piece.
Why did Kia installed the charging port in front of the car ? It's the worst place to put it. It should be on the side or the back of the car. In icy conditions, the door will freeze and it will be difficult to open it when charging is required.
dont like the charger at front where mostly hit in an accident areas. and most likely higher cost to repair for the front cos of charger systems. preferred the charger on side.
Thanks Charlie...interesting Kia Globally must have had a press freeze on until a certain date as the EU reviewers only just were able to do a similar first drive event like you have. I personally love the two-tone and have loved this car since it was launched about a month ago now if not longer. This is my #1 on my shortlist so far the EV6 is too expensive but also there won't be anymore stock until 2025 in Australia from what Kia have said a grand total of 600 cars for the entire country until then. Does the front drivers & passenger windows have double glazing? Nice to see real-world figures as well at 405km that will be so weird after having had a 250km(in summer) Ioniq 28 but still a couple years yet before my lease expires. Been waiting figured you would have had press cars though by now being the home turf for Kia.
Yes, I have noticed Carwow reviewed the Kia Niro EV first. I guess, b/c EV is more popular in Europe. Hope you guys get EV6 soon in Australia. Thank you.
@@AsianPetrolhead The EV6 is here but only in VERY limited quantities, ie: 600, until 2025. I won't fit in it anyway as I've sat in the Ioniq 5 and my head rubs the roof so the EV6 definitely will. The Niro EV on the other hand I've driven the hybrid version of the older gen model and no issue at all front seat or back seat and easier to get into and out of as well. I'm so waiting on this car to arrive to test drive it and being the Niro EV should have better supply than the EV6. The first drive review I saw was the Electrifying review, then Carwow then Jonny Smith who had the longest review so far. Waiting on the full test regime from Bjorn on the Norwegian spec.
I love how he drives he really has fun
It really was fun! Thanks ike for enjoying the new Kia Niro review.
Youre doing a great Job presenting the All New kia Niro ev. It's fun listening to you talking calmly, slow and precise in englisch. I can understand you really good. Thank you for showing me my ordered car several months before i get it myself.
Thank you and hope you get your soon! Thanks. Rider 57.
I think the contrasting c-panel is coming around for me. I’m starting to like it!
Great, I mean you can choose from one or another. Thank you for enjoying our new Kia Niro review.
You are so right I'm coming around to it also it's different why buy a car that's the same old boring solid body car this is kind of hot it all depends on the colors
My wife bought the Kia eNiro in 2020 and it's a pleasure to drive, we have installed a 7kW home charger that covers most of our charging needs except when we take road trip Geneva-Nice ~600km where we now use Ionity and Tesla chargers (France). Next trip will be testing out the "Bonnet" -app which will further decrease charging costs at IONITY.
I had my eyes on the EV6 myself but with the current situation in the world the prices are climbing and availability decreasing. I also start to think that the EV6 might be a little bit to big for me real needs as I mostly anyway just commute to work. The new NiroEv starts to look more and more as a contender. Since charging on fastchargers have actually decreased by roughly 11mins from 10-80% charging between the new vs old Niro it makes it more attractive for me. Efficience of the Niro's have always been quite good and maybe a heatpump/preheating will help with cold weather-worries of mine.
What do you think about the upcoming EV4, will it be basically a revamped "eNiro", similar size on an 800V eGMP -platform with a slightly larger battery and faster charging? Could it be what I am waiting for?
When will we see KIA implementing Solid state batteries?
/Magnus ERIKSSON
Yes, I have 7kW charger and it works great! Thanks Magnus.
Kia Niro looks good ! Should move charging port to side as even a minor front end bump can render charging to "non-existent" status ... Slainte' ! Cheers !
That is very good thought. Thank you Marc.
I agree with you about changing port, i would say they only changes they can make is front to keep the same tools on the production line where Phev and petrol version are produced to have high volume and low cost
What if the bump is on the side? Front way better for charging
@@Rubblechops Valid point ... but more accidents/incidents are either front or back ... Are better ways to incorporate charging port to safeguard ... Until then ...
Hello Marc. The charge port is high enough that it would take a major collision to cause damage to the charge port. The Kia EV6 has the charge port on the right (driver's side in Ireland) but Teslas have it on the left. This means using a Tesla SuperCharger, as they open them to non-Tesla vehicles in Europe, will be difficult. With the Niro EV, it's less of an issue, though you will have to pull into a SuperCharger spot instead of backing in. I personally find it much more comfortable for everyday use. I owned an i-MiEV (charger on right side for 240V and charger on the left side for CHaDeMO), and having those chargers on the side were difficult to get to in smaller garages. My LEAF and Niro EV (2019 model) have it in the front and I much prefer it there for real-world situations.
That stop and go feature is a perfect solution for countries with lot of traffic. I love that black stripes at the back.
Yes, I can't drive in traffic without one. Thanks Sandile.
Was waiting for this review,love everything with this car,from Norway.Excellent review from u as always👍👍👍👍
Thank you Qash for tuning in from Norway!
A few corrections. Kia EV6 have 800V system. Kia Niro EV (both generations) have 400V. EV6 can charge around 240kW at peak speed, and Niro EV at around 75kW. Niro EV gen 2 have different battery configuration, which gives higher chargingspeed over all... but 75kW top speed is not impressive by 2023.
"not impressive" is a HUGE understatement. This is the only reason as to why people shouldn't even consider buying this car.
@@raymondz595 This car is good for me, who only drive 120-200 km a day and a few times in a year go for longer trips. I charge my car mostly at home, so I don't care it's not 100kwh or 150kwh, no matter at all.
@@Xewo7777 this is an semi affordable EV, it suppose to be the kind of EV that most people should be able to afford. 90% of the population in Sweden live in Apartments (number is even higher in other countries) because of that, charging at home isn't really an option. So what's good for you isn't really relevant...
@@raymondz595 In my country who drives an electric car mostly charging at home, more than 70% of the owners.(with solar systems) So for me relevant. But I get it what you are said. The EV market not for the 90% of the population, sadly and because of the probelms what you can find in the car industry the EV's won't be affordable in short term, even the used ones are horribly expensive. Most of the affodable electric cars charging times are slow. But somehow have to start, the EV market it's like a startup. We have to support that. Of course this is my own opinion.
Really excited to get this car when it comes to the states! Watched your review of the specs of the car and really looking forward to it!
Yes, Andy. I like this new one better than the hybrid one. Thanks.
I want to get this car or the ev6. I can afford the Niro but my dream car would be the ev6.
Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I always enjoy your videos
Thank you Stephen for your support from Canada!
Thanks Charlie for this great video. Was super jealous of you with as much fun you seem to be having driving it. September can't come quick enough for me to get mine.
Yeah, i really was happy driving the Kia Niro EV. And hope yours soon.
Great review. Kia Niro EV's looks great.
Lol, 11:36 "better slow down"
LOL. Thanks H P!
Great initial review. I like the size of the Niro EV better than the EV6, IONIQ 5, and ID.4. The only thing I don't like is the slow DC fast charging rate. But if the U.S. price is low enough, I'd consider buying one.
You might want to consider too the Genesis GV60 if after something a little more diminutive with length at 4515mm compared to 4695/4680mm of Kia EV6. (Kia Nero EV is 4420mm in length)
Yes, a bit faster charging rate would be better. thank yo timdsd.
@@Antiguan_Dart Genesis isn't sold worldwide (yet).
It won’t be “low enough”
Great review!
It seems you had a lot of fun driving this Kia Niro EV! Thank you for sharing! 🔌⚡🚘
My pleasure, yes, the new Kia Niro EV was so fun!
I have first gen Kia Niro EV. This second gen Kia Niro EV, I like the new body design/ exterior looks over EV6. I also prefer matching colour for C pillar (one tone colour for car)... EV6 looks like sedan, I prefer hatchback/SUV look of Niro EV, though I wish it had faster DC charging and bigger battery.
Yes, the new one is now handsome!
I saw my first EV6 on the road yesterday and it’s beautiful.
Yes, EV6 is beautful.
I'm looking forward to test drive this car, especially the adaptive cruise control in England City driving here in uk 🇬🇧. Great informative video many thanks 😊 👍
Thank you Peter for tuning in from UK.
I just love your reviews. I'm really impressed with the updated EV Niro.
Thank you Jeff for your support. And yes, really had a great time with new Niro EV!
Nice look at the Kia Niro, thanks.
Great video - you promised and delivered! I love the interior but find the exterior a bit too much for me. Very happy with my current 2019 Niro EV and will use that for the next several years. Very surprised you found this more responsive than the single motor EV6, wouldn’t have thought this would be that way compared to RWD.
Glad I can deliver. Thanks Shravan.
The EV6 RWD motor is 167 HP with a bigger, heavier car, and the Niro is 201 HP. I felt that the EV6 RWD looked to be under-powered compared to the Niro. The AWD is 320 HP.
Car looks great!
I totally prefer color matched rear vs black only.
Another great video Charlie!
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Hi Jeff. Yes, all new Kia Niro looks great in black!
☺️ love watching your reviews Charlie, you enjoy your job. Surprised at how good you think this is compared to the EV6, not sure about the looks though, EV6 better,but it's a different type of car though really .
The quick shots of cream interior looked great,but I am a sucker for cream interior,classy. The wrap around dash's of Kia are do much better than the slab computer screens, so much easier to read.
There is no traffic here in Suffolk,England mate !!! Look forward to the next one. A
Yes, Andrew. I am very surprised myself, too. This new Kia Niro EV is a bit expensive compared to the hybrid variant. But it just drives much better and is so much more fun! Thanks Andrew.
The Niro looks really nice. But wish the range was better. It really needs 300 mile range. Which they would use solid state battery. Also please show more of gauge. Cluster. I saw another youtube channel where the gauge cluster looked different and it had a shifter. The gauge cluster had. (0. 00) set up.
This Niro EV really grew on me, since the time you did a walk-around during the unveiling event Charlie!
Hi Prashanth. Yes, i mean I liked the hybrid one, too. But this all EV is much better one for me.
@@AsianPetrolhead Yeah seems like a more practical and family oriented car compared to the flamboyant EV6!
Loving this one thanks for sharing very information blessed love to all knowledge is power hopefully everyone pays attention keep up the good work really like this ev can’t wait to see it at the dealership lol you have the ultimate job getting the best of both world’s 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
Thank you Lyn.
Charlie this car looks very nice but not crazy about that two tone look. . My 2019 Kia Niro hybrid is too slow so this would be an upgrade. i just wish Kia would make an all electric Kia Sportage, that would be the perfect vehicle.
Looks a nice car and can see a lot of the EV6 in it. Not for me (I am due my EV6 AWD in a few weeks) but can see it doing really well. DC charge speed is the only real issue I see with it, very surprised they haven't gone up to 100+.
Yes, siblings. Yes, a bit faster charging rate would be great!
The price is there it should be bec its not AWD.
As always great review. Thanks. Good of you to point out fog lights. I guess your test vehicle was the top trim the “4”?
Yes, Tony. Kia always comes with fog lamps. I like that. Yes, it was the top of the line.
Always like your video. Will you also test drive the new NIRO PHEV?
Yes, we don't have PHEV just yet, but when it does. I will.
@@AsianPetrolhead thanks, that’s great!!!
Great video as usual. Really like the new Niro EV for 23, that black bar on the C pillar sides needs to go, but for people that don't need AWD and want a more mainstream looking EV this is a home run. Charging port is in a bad spot, almost all makes use side ports either front or back.
Yes, i think so. Kia Niro EV is more compact, so it's very easy to drive.
I love the charge port at front
No more manoeuvring to get it ✔️
I felt Hyundai Kona was a bit unstable at high speeds when I test drove it, good to hear that the new Niro EV is better. Dual engine EV6 was also very stable.
Um... Not this Niro EV. It feels quite stable.
The torque steer on a Niro EV FWD is not nice from a standing start, also wheel spin if you use Sport Mode. 2019 Niro EV -No issues on the highway at 120 km/H, keeping up with the other traffic., felt solid with cross winds etc. The Niro is built using the Ioniq EV frame which is larger that the Kona's , perhaps that was the difference.
They don't have engines
You all are crazy to get an EV. I have a Kia Niro FE hybrid. Been driviing it since 2019 and I love this car. For 10 gallons of gas I get 560 miles per tank @ 10% aggressive driving. Talk about no hassle. Fill it up once a month and then just drive it. Okay I can't accelerate like a Cheetah but Idon't drive a car for the thrills. More interested in reliability and durability and I can easily see myself in my hybrid for the next 10 years. My fuel costs at $5 a gallon for one year is around $500 bucks.
Hybrid are great, too. But as we get more range, i think it will be all EV soon.
Great review, really good looking car. I’ve ordered one in Blue here in the UK. I would’ve gone for the EV6 however it’s out of my price range plus there’s huge delays on it.
Nice, should look great in Blue. Congratulations.
Looks very slick!. I am very intersted for when this car hits the USA!
Yes, it's not so ugly now. LOL.
The dashboard looks great and high quality. 👍🏼😉
Yes, interior is much better now!
In the UK the top model is £42,000. Plus at this price we get Zero rebate from the government. So I would be looking at the EV6. As the EV6 was a "ground up" designed EV and not an adapted ICE car. Biggest issue for me is the lane assist is very intrusive and currently no obvious way of keeping it switched off. According to testers it needs switching off every time the car is started.
Oh thank you for educating us about the government rebate on Kia Niro EV in UK. Thanks.
I gather that it being automatically switched on is part of the NCAP safety rating system. However it can be switched off, but means a trip through the options on the screen. Perhaps they could have some user defined shortcuts so that users can turn on/off things like that with fewer presses.
What a great family ev, love it. Definitely matching colour panel for me, in silver please.
Thanks Fido.
another reviewer said the highway noise was loud. What's your impression? Thanks. Good review. I've ordered mine in Canada. another 6-8 months.
Hi, I thought it was quite nice for the class. Thanks.
Great overview Charlie. How do you feel this compares to the EV6 and Ioniq5, in terms of overall performance, comfort and value?
Hi James. Compared to Kia EV6 and Ioniq 5 single motor, Kia Niro EV is more responsive, feels lighter and space wise not bad either. But price wise Kia EV6 and Niro EV are very similar in the starting price zone, but as it goes up, Kia EV6 will be much more expensive.
@@AsianPetrolhead thanks for the response. With the high bar set by the new GMP platform, the older models may lose some of their relative appeal if the price is similar, but as you noted some trims are much more expensive, and the older models may be more widely available with much shorter wait times.
I own an EV6, and love it!
Congrats.
I am very excited about this Kia Niro EV. It is the one for me.
Yes, I really like this all new Kia Niro as all EV. Thanks Kameron.
Ordered ours in cityscape green. Hopefully pick it up next month. What speeds were you driving at?
Oh, I don't remember. LOL. But it felt responsive and stable.
Really nice review, like that thanks.
How was noise on the highway and rain comparing to ev6 or ioniq 5?
The passender seats function is a bit a joke. Should have been both seats.
Also, pretty sure it‘s not safe to use that while driving
Kia EV6 is more quite compared to Kia Niro. And even the driver seat would give you zero gravity seating position as well. Thanks Van.
Great video and thanks a lot but me ask u what is different b/w ev niro 2022 en ev niro 2023 iam little bit confused?
Well, 2023 EV is based on the all new Kia Niro.
😆 "Better slow down." 🐌 Yeah, okay, AP, whatever you say. 😆 Anyway, nice car. Liked the window going up automatically before it went into the tunnel...
Yes, Steven. And after passing the tunnel, it will open it again.
Hi Charlie. How is the road/wind noise? One of your colleagues, Mari Cho, said on her channel that it was very noisy on the highway.
Well, I think it is quite okay for the class. Nicely isolated from the bottom, but you can hear more noise coming from the A pillar.
Great review Charlie' i agree with you i think the matched panel looks better.
Yes, Mike! Thanks.
Good first review. How was the efficiency compared to the old eNiro?
Interesting very same. 5.3kw/kWh. Strange.
Wanted to ask you is the N division at Hyundai shut down?
Hi Charlie ... do you know if the contrasting C-panel can swapped out by owners ? I'm sure that would help re-sale if new owners had option to change panel ??
I don't think you can do it at home. I think you have to visit your local Kia dealer.
Ok, I saw that the button for the door mirror folding is different, do the door mirrors fold automatically when you open and lock the car or do you have to press a button on the door to fold them from the inside
Yes, when you lock the car the mirrors fold. And when you open the door it unfolds. Thanks Jaff.
I'd like the Niro Hybrid for sure!
Yes, HEV is great, too!
nice video, how does it drive comparing to the Chevy Bolt EV you recently drove?
Oh, Kia Niro looks much more up to date with both inside and out.
Color matching for sure.
Yes, for me, too.
Front charging is nice when at Tesla Supercharger, but not in a cold snowy Norwegian winter. Is the outside V2L 3,4 kWh as EV6 and HI5?
Yes, V2L is all same. But i believe it was 3.5kWh.
As a Kia tech I like the Niro . The ev6 is untested yet. Lots of little issues so far.
Yes, Niro EV is proven on the market.
Charlie do you know if you can get any of the models without the contrasting color? For example :can you. Get just a solid EV in white or black with out the contrast strip on the back? Also I think it would have been better to place the charging port on the side. I live in Florida and most of our accidents happen in the front end. People hitting animals like wild hogs and deer's and old folks stopping short in front of you.
I think you can get grey, black, and red with matching C-pillar. Other colors you can choose. Thanks Kelvin.
Much nicer than the old one. You looked a bit cramped driving. How tall are you?
I am about 6.2 or 187cm. It feels pretty comfortable from the driver seat. Thank you Michael.
Here in the U.S. the PHEV Sportage only has adaptive cruise control with stop and go in the top trim line which is frustrating. Hoping the new Niro has it in at least the mid trim. Did you get any details on that?
I don't have details, but really hope you guys get PHEV sportage with all the features.
Mari complained that her Niro EV test drive had a lot of wind and tire noise, but you say it's quiet.
I was saying that it is quite for the class. b/c it had battery on the bottom, it is quite nicely isolated from the bottom, but you can hear more noise coming from the side. But I still think it's pretty nice for the class.
You probably never got to test it because you didn't have it that long but do you know if the 4 variant (UK name for top spec model with the sun roof) has the auto dip headlights? The previous model had it in the top spec model, but there is no mention of this feature in the new model.
Thanks
Yes, I didn't get to test the auto high beam, but for Korean spec model it is with the Niro EV. Thank you Carol.
I've asked about the new niro ev at my kia dealership and the top trim will cost 55k$ 🇨🇦. That's almost like the GT- 1 AWD EV6. And delivery time is a year from today. That's crazy.
Yes, staring price there isn't much gap between EV6 and Niro EV, but when you do start loading EV6, it gets much more expensive.
The dealership gave me 14 month wait time for EV6 and about six months for Niro EV LX, but this was in Finland and I guess the cars will be built in Kia's Slovakia factory.
I had a 2019 Niro EV SX Touring (Canada) and traded in on the AWD EV6 gt line 2 (200 preorders for Canada) . I would not trade the Niro in for the EV6 RWD model or the new Niro EV when it gets here. Not sure if RWD VS FWD is enough reason to change. Not enough improvement over my 2019. My ev6 has all the driver tech improvements and like the additional cameras and blind spot display. We have this curious remote to move the car backwards and forwards for parking but no actual assisted parking( Edit -It does parking assist -just to lazy too find out until I saw a UA-cam demonstrating it. ) . In Canada all the kia BEV models are sold before they get to the dealer, with a long wait for factory orders. Just turn on sport mode on a AWD!
Thanks John for your thoughts. Yes, not much changes in terms of EV train. But I think this all new Kia Niro EV will attract many buyers.
@@AsianPetrolhead yes it is the best car for its sector available today. About the only way to improve it is 800 volt architecture and offer AWD ;which is very unlikely on the current joint HYBRID, PHEV platform. . EV4 or 5? perhaps? 🚙
I really like the way the blue with the black contrast panel looks. I would have to go with the hybrid so I would not have to try to find a charger since I live in an apartment without a garage. EV's are pretty much designed for people who live in the suburbs or in expensive towers. Did Hyundai ever create a similar car to the Niro hybrid, I have not noticed it on the North American website?
No, pretty sure not - Hyundai Kona electric is same/similar platform and software, but more the size of Kia Soul. Their original Ioniq (0?!!) is limited in having a boot only, rather than a hatch. But it only has smaller battery.
Yes, blue + black panel looks good. Well, Hyundai has Kona EV.
bought the black one, was thinking about ev6, but i prefer high entering vehicle over the ev6... not in the least the big price diffrence.. i know the starting is little difference but he.. then i want a total package :-)
Yes, starting price similar, but loaded Kia EV6 can be so much more expensive.
Well... I've ordered both (EV6 & Niro EV). Switching to full electric.
Nice!
The EV6 is more to my liking, I had an as close as I was able to do look at it during our waiting time to catch our flight at the Icheon Airport.
Wow, thank you for sharing.
I think they could have done more with this update, faster charging & improved efficiency for example. I’ve seen one at a launch event and it’s a nice car. In the uk we get piano black over the wheel arches, which i cam see getting ruined through washing
Yes, faster charging would been better.
I think the white paint with black C pillar would look really sharp.
Thanks for sharing.
I'm probably going to buy a 2023 kia niro
The new Kia Niro looks very good (Wow!), but I think the roof spoiler at the back could have had a contrast of color as well. 🤔
Good point thanks Henrik.
😂😂slow down in the rain! I’m over here squeezing my phone like in playing Asphalt 8.
Yes, I will. But Kia Niro EV really felt confident! Thanks D'angelo.
Was that a rear window wiper on the photo if so its got my vote over the EV6. But would like a few more miles range
Yes, I think it had rear window wiper.
i wish it comes with dual motors for the winter snow, bigger battery and fast charging...
THen you end up with Kia EV6.
Nice review Charlie but I just can't see myself in any EV"s. Not sure if l like the steering wheel design plus it was a tad loud going over the road gaps.
Hi drewski, but industry is really going toward all EVs. So, let's get used to it! Thanks.
So many good cars from kia and hyundai yet nothing gets here in the Philippines 😭
How's road noise? Some reviews have suggested road noise in to the cabin is quite loud. Also, can you turn off lane departure warning ?
I would say quite nice for the class. Of course it is not Genesis level. But nicely isolated. Yes, you can turn off the lane departure warning or mitigation.
Are there any published headroom and legroom measurements for this car?
Not here in Korea. In Korean we get less information about the car.
I don't like idea placing rear indicators so low. Hard to see easy to damage
yes, me, too. Thank you for sharing.
What I want to know is, is it smooth? Thanks for this video
Yes, very smooth!
I like this car but I think I still want the Kia Bongo EV more!
LOL. yeay Kia Bongo EV forever!
Would you review the plug-in hybrid? Previous gen was too slow and the new one is more powerful.
I would love to, but no PHEV in Korea for now. I will do it ASAP it rolls out. Thanks Arash.
I know this is another topic, but is it possible to try RoboRide in Seoul ? With technology based on Ioniq 5 with autonomy level 4. Is it already usable by the public or is it just a marketing gimmick?
I am hearing Hyundai is planning to test IONIQ 5 based autonomous driving soon in Seoul. So, if I can I will definitely share our experience. Thank you Dqtube.
@13:08, I see you back there. ;)
Our Camera crew!
Any idea if the front windshield of the ev is heated like the new sportage ..and does it have a heat pump..that's a must in canada
Yes, it's got heat pump, but i don't think Niro come with heated front wind shield.
I prefer the color matching C pillar
Me, too!
Bummer it doesn’t have blind view monitor or 360 camera, EV 6 looks better but for more money I still think Ev 6 Wind eAwd with tech package is the best option if you want all tech msrp $53,695 vs Niro Ev Premium is $46k
Yeah, i think it's all about the cost.
I’d really like to know if it has a charge timer and what custom scheduling the charger has.
Yep... just like the current version - set up timer/scheduling on-board or on-app.
@@Mancozeb100 Sorry, I've never seen the current version. I'm hoping to upgrade from a 2012 Nissan LEAF when the Niro arrives in Australia.
Yes, it does.
which is the price difference between EV 6 and E NIRO ?
base price wise not much, but if you add dual motor and many options, EV6 will be much more expensive.
what the hell is that contrast color pillar panel near the Tail Lights?
WHY???
Im going with the matching one
Me, too.
Have they solved the electronic and gearbox fire problem, of do they give you a pair of asbestos trousers with every car?
How would you compare the power of the 2023 model to the 2022? I test drove a 2022 and enjoyed how zippy it is, however I've heard that the 2023 has a significant torque decrease and feels slower.
Power wise both are very similar. But what i noticing is that the new one puts power down better.
@@AsianPetrolhead do you think it's due to an e-LSD or just a lower torque figure that isn't able to spin the wheels?
@@AFJDM probably throttle modulation, everything is drive-by-wire these days.
Headroom looks tight for a tall man like myself. 6ft 5 and wondering if moonroof is gonna be a problem.
Contract C pillar is a dial for me 😀.
And would like to see niro ev instead ev6
Yes, Kia Niro EV is quite nice alternative to EV6. Thanks Supr VID.
You would care to share more about the battery, if its in modular configuration.
I heard some horror story about Tesla battery, owners having to wait 6 months to change the battery because it comes in a single piece.
Why did Kia installed the charging port in front of the car ? It's the worst place to put it. It should be on the side or the back of the car. In icy conditions, the door will freeze and it will be difficult to open it when charging is required.
I had a front mounted charger on my 2011 LEAF and never had an issue despite our harsh Canadian winters, and it was always parked outside
Well, i guess b/c of the space?
I have ordered Niro hybrid.
Do you think its value for money or overpriced for a hatchback sized car?
No. It just comes with more features, which you can skip.
@@AsianPetrolhead thanks
this aint that bad actually! and charlie the only one not afraid of the rain XD
LOL. Yeah, it felt stable even rainy condition!
dont like the charger at front where mostly hit in an accident areas. and most likely higher cost to repair for the front cos of charger systems. preferred the charger on side.
That is good point. Thanks Dan.
Thanks Charlie...interesting Kia Globally must have had a press freeze on until a certain date as the EU reviewers only just were able to do a similar first drive event like you have. I personally love the two-tone and have loved this car since it was launched about a month ago now if not longer. This is my #1 on my shortlist so far the EV6 is too expensive but also there won't be anymore stock until 2025 in Australia from what Kia have said a grand total of 600 cars for the entire country until then.
Does the front drivers & passenger windows have double glazing? Nice to see real-world figures as well at 405km that will be so weird after having had a 250km(in summer) Ioniq 28 but still a couple years yet before my lease expires. Been waiting figured you would have had press cars though by now being the home turf for Kia.
Yes, I have noticed Carwow reviewed the Kia Niro EV first. I guess, b/c EV is more popular in Europe. Hope you guys get EV6 soon in Australia. Thank you.
@@AsianPetrolhead The EV6 is here but only in VERY limited quantities, ie: 600, until 2025. I won't fit in it anyway as I've sat in the Ioniq 5 and my head rubs the roof so the EV6 definitely will. The Niro EV on the other hand I've driven the hybrid version of the older gen model and no issue at all front seat or back seat and easier to get into and out of as well. I'm so waiting on this car to arrive to test drive it and being the Niro EV should have better supply than the EV6.
The first drive review I saw was the Electrifying review, then Carwow then Jonny Smith who had the longest review so far. Waiting on the full test regime from Bjorn on the Norwegian spec.