Anticipating the 2017 Kia Niro
Sometimes in the auto industry, on rare occasions when the planets seem aligned just right, we are lucky enough to witness the convergence of two up-and-coming trends – not to mention the amazing products this merger produces. Take, for instance, the rising popularity of Crossover Utility Vehicles – also called CUVs, and their impact on both the sedan and SUV markets. Now, buyers looking for that sweet spot for size have options well beyond the typical “sedan or truck” choices. At the same time, more and more consumers are drawn to the growing hybrid market, with hybrid vehicles not only more widely available, but more affordable than ever. And when these two growing trends meet, as Kia recently discovered, the end result can be more fascinating than the two original elements ever were alone.
We’re talking, of course, about the newly-announced Kia Niro, a high-powered and sporty hybrid CUV determined to storm Kia dealerships in Miami for the 2017 model year. This impressive crossover model promises not only some of the most efficient and advanced hybrid technology available but also all the style and luxury that comes with a CUV model. For enthusiasts like us and millions of other drivers around the world, the introduction of such a well-rounded option to the market could drastically change the auto industry as we know it, with consumers gravitating more toward the vehicles they actually want and less toward the best options of those available.
Interested in seeing what the future may hold for this hybrid CUV from Kia? Here’s a look at what we know now about the upcoming Kia Niro and what consumers can expect to find once they get a chance to ride in this impressive new offering.
A Hybrid Utility Sport Vehicle, Built To Be Nimble
With their aim set directly at a 50 mpg fuel economy, Kia seriously ramped up efficiency on the 2017 Niro, even creating an all-new, efficient 1.6L Kappa GDI engine mated to a smooth-shifting, dual-clutch six-speed automatic transmission for seamlessly smooth performance on the road. Plus, thanks to lightweight building materials and new Predictive-Energy Control and Coasting Guide technology, the Niro is literally designed for efficiency from the inside out, meaning less time spent filling up at the pump and more time enjoying the feeling of the open road. Utilizing its 146 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque alongside a 43-horsepower electric motor, this hybrid system achieves that estimated 50 mpg fuel economy with no problem.
Style Fit for The Future
Built for aerodynamic efficiency and accented with robust styling elements, the Niro offers one of the most attractive rides available so far for the 2017 model year. A sleek, low-profile exterior design is complemented by the car’s long roofline and sporty accents like wheel arches, rocker cladding, roof rails, and a rear skid plate. Plus, with a plush interior centered around roominess and driver comfort – and outfitted with all the latest entertainment and connectivity tech – you’ll truly feel like you’re driving the vehicle of the future behind the wheel of a Kia Niro.
Whether you’re fully in tune to the worlds of CUVs and hybrids, or are simply trying to stay ahead of the curve, the 2017 Niro is one vehicle you should definitely be looking out for. We hope to see this impressive hybrid in Kia lots sometime in the next few months – and on the road, hopefully with you in it, not too long after that.
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