2026 Kia Niro Hybrid Specs, Trims & Research

Buyer brief

Niro Hybrid at a glance

Model-year research organized around the questions shoppers compare most: price, powertrain, space, safety and ownership.

The 2026 Niro Hybrid is a front-drive efficiency-focused crossover. Kia publishes 53 mpg combined for LX, EX and SX, while SX Touring is rated at 49 mpg combined.

Starting MSRP: $27,390.

Keep the SX Touring 49-mpg rating separate from the 53-mpg LX/EX/SX figure.

The Niro Hybrid is front-wheel drive.

Model-year status

U.S. 2026 model-year research checked 2026-09-23. Live pricing and next-model-year pages can change; use VIN/window-sticker data for the exact vehicle.

Evidence status

Why trust this page?

Checked within 90 days

Last checkedSep 23, 2026Profile-level review date

Research sources2Source records attached to this model year

Normalized fit fields33 manufacturer-backed · 0 independent/editorial

Physical-fit coverageCargo 0/5 · Cabin 3/4Coverage counts only calculator-ready fields

Known data gaps

Rigid-cargo geometry coverage: 0 of 5 key physical fields normalized.
Cabin-space coverage: 3 of 4 key headroom/legroom fields normalized.

Lineup

Pricing and trims

U.S. market

MSRP references exclude destination, taxes, registration, dealer charges and options unless stated otherwise.

LX$27,390

53 mpg combined

EX$30,190

53 mpg combined

SX$33,390

53 mpg combined

SX Touring$35,790

49 mpg combined

Powertrain & efficiency

How it is configured

Engine, output & drive

Engine1.6L GDI four-cylinder hybridManufacturer-published U.S. specification

System output139 hp / 195 lb-ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Transmission6-speed dual-clutchManufacturer-published U.S. specification

DriveFront-wheel driveManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Fuel & efficiency

LX / EX / SX53 city / 54 highway / 53 combined mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification

SX Touring53 / 45 / 49 mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification

FuelRegular gasolineSelf-charging hybrid; no plug required

Dimensions, room & utility

The measurements that affect daily use

How SUVLook compares measurements

Exterior & footprint

Overall length174.0 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Overall width71.8 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Wheelbase107.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Ground clearance6.3 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Passenger space

Front legroom41.5 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Rear legroom39.8 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Front headroom40.5 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Passenger volume105.1 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Cargo & capability

Cargo behind row 222.8 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Maximum cargo63.7 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

TowingNo towing capabilityKia specification

Measurement ledger

Detailed verified fields

Evidence labels stay attached so factory specifications, physical measurements and unresolved fit questions are not treated as equivalent.

MeasurementValueEvidence label

Overall length174.0 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Overall width71.8 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Wheelbase107.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Ground clearance6.3 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Front legroom41.5 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Rear legroom39.8 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Front headroom40.5 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Passenger volume105.1 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Cargo behind row 222.8 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Maximum cargo63.7 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Safety & driver assistance

Ratings and active-safety context

Driver-assistance equipment is kept separate from crash ratings. Check the exact 2026 model on IIHS and NHTSA before relying on a rating or award.

Safety evidence

Crash-test statusVerify exact 2026 model yearNo previous-year score is inferred here

Key driver-assistance systems

Automatic emergency braking / forward-collision features
Lane-support features
Blind-spot systems where equipped
Check trim for available advanced driver assistance

Technology & ownership

What changes the day-to-day experience

Cabin technology

Infotainment and phone integration vary by trim.
Camera, parking and premium-audio features vary by equipment.
Connected-services availability and trial periods can change.

Ownership notes

WarrantyVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

MaintenanceFollow the 2026 owner manualIntervals depend on powertrain and operating conditions

Buying context

What to compare before you choose a trim

Keep the SX Touring 49-mpg rating separate from the 53-mpg LX/EX/SX figure.

The Niro Hybrid is front-wheel drive.

Cargo volume does not establish hatch-opening width or rigid-item fit.

Before you measure or buy

Model-year and measurement caveat

Use the exact trim, drivetrain, roof equipment and powertrain when a number is configuration-sensitive. Cargo volume does not prove that a rigid item fits through the hatch; measure the exact vehicle for close-fit use cases.

Quick answers

2026 Kia Niro Hybrid FAQs

What matters most on the 2026 Kia Niro Hybrid?

Keep the SX Touring 49-mpg rating separate from the 53-mpg LX/EX/SX figure.

What should I verify before buying a 2026 Kia Niro Hybrid?

The Niro Hybrid is front-wheel drive.

Are these SUVLook road-test measurements?

No. Factory specifications and manufacturer-published capacities are labeled as such; SUVLook does not present them as physical measurements taken from a test vehicle.