The biggest thing we do not like about this new Kia Niro is the takeaway of the federal tax credits for the PHEV and EV version

@christopherthompson3023

Жыл бұрын

I don't know. I really miss the gas station every time Im in my niro and I hate it kzread.info/dash/bejne/rHeTssyBhcu5hto.html I can't get slurpees since im not having to stop as much and its actually annoying

@Steve_in_NJ

3 ай бұрын

Not if you lease!!

The aero blades ARE available to color match the car. In fact, I believe the contrasting color is only available on the upper trims. As far as pricing, the EV will probably start in the $40s, which takes it off my short list having lost the federal tax credit. And almost every other review I've watched has criticized the touch "button" to switch between infotainment and A/C modes because they require you to take your eyes off the road.

@jillciminillo

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately had that clarification AFTER the event was over and video was already shot.

I now have a 2018 HEV LX model, which has been mechanically perfect and gets great mileage. Just ordered a 2023 HEV EX model. Pluses in the video are fine. The only minus feature that's also a minus for me is the location of the rear turn signal. I agree - something higher (and there's plenty of room to have put it higher) would be more visible and thus more safe. Contrasting aero blade is an option I didn't order. I don't mind that the HEV is "meh" when it comes to acceleration. My street racing days are long past.

1st time watcher. I love your sincerity. Nicely done.

The “trunk” sizes do differ in size across the HEV, PHEV and EV

Just adorable -- the car too. I have a gen 2 soul with the 1.6l 130hp 6 speed. Nothing is more fun than driving a slow car fast. Can not beat the feeling of drifting the onramp onto I-94 or 494. Well, I have 31,000 miles on her and she needs new tires. So drifting the onramp may be fun, you pay for it with the tires. I have to say that I am not a fan of the rear unibrow over the hatch. Looks like they could only purchase rear roof sections that were 18" too long, so they just said "Farfegnugen".

Jill, you're the first person I've seen in KZreadland who shares my disdain for Kia-Hyundai turn indicator placement. It really irks me. Be well, and keep being awesome!

@jillciminillo

Жыл бұрын

Irk is the perfect word!!

@christopherthompson3023

Жыл бұрын

@@jillciminillo It irks me how it just has so much going on for features. kzread.info/dash/bejne/rHeTssyBhcu5hto.html I mean there's alot not to like about it. so much of the car is really put together but like can we get some risk in our driving? I want to see them take it up a notch and its kind of a tame car

Great review and comparisons. I am driving a 2022 Hyundai Kona (same back up camera so KIA didn't upgrade in Niro like the Kona 360 cameras). Been looking at the 2024 Kona EV as my next vehicle in Fall of 2024. That is, until I came across a Niro. As of this comment, I haven't test drove one yet (or the Kona), but I'm liking the PHEV SX Touring Niro over the Kona. Kona has a bigger trunk (hatch?) and a cargo cover, but other than that, I find the shape of the Kona to be a little too "RoboCop" for my tastes. Plus, I was originally looking at the Kona ICE AWD, but now thinking a PHEV is a better deal, even at $42,000 MSRP. As I'll be leasing, I get the Federal Tax credits -- $7500 -- off MSRP so the PHEV or EV is same or less than the ICE I'm looking at. If I go with the PHEV, I never have to worry about charging when not at home, such as when I'm parked at the airport for a week, where there is no chargers (yet).

You can get the aeroblade color matched or contrasting.

@larryt5894

Жыл бұрын

Yes

@larryt5894

Жыл бұрын

At least you can on the HEV

@jillciminillo

Жыл бұрын

Yes. Aero blade contrast is an option.

Excellent info thank you

There are two different angles on the backup camera. There's a drop menu.

Charging speed and road noise are the 2 weakest points. Otherwise it’s a really solid car.

There's ONE Niro EV for sale in DFW right now. A used one.

was on my list until u mentioned where the indicators were

Another thing is the hev doesnt have led head lamps ...

Lack of wireless Android Auto can be fixed with an AAWireless dongle. It costs less than $100. There are similar dong'es for CarPlay.

@nujxad

Жыл бұрын

I don’t want to buy a single when it can be built in

Get rid of the shiny black on the interior...it scratches way to easy!

a $30K car and no donut?

@Pickuptrucktalk

Жыл бұрын

Pretty common these days.

Nothing wrong with using leather. It a good utilization of existing resources.

The oxygen sucking is very distracting.

Really? U expect side cameras larger screen and wireless all for under $36k? Stay in Chicago with that annoying voice.

@Zero8880

Жыл бұрын

She literally knows nothing about the vehicles she reviews, and dig deep to come up with 5 dislikes so that it can fit the format of her reviews, sometimes recycling the same dislike for multiple vehicles. Some of the complaints aren't even valid bc there are either work arounds for them, or she is just wrong due to lack of knowledge about the vehicle. Her husband is much better at reviewing vehicles as he is much more subjective and knowledgeable about the vehicle.

@jillciminillo

Жыл бұрын

@@Zero8880 my husband? Who digs deep now? It’s not you, my friend.

@jillciminillo

Жыл бұрын

Other OEMs do it 🤷🏻‍♀️. And the base screen is wireless. It’s weird that you lose technology as you gain screen size. All Kia, Hyundai and Genesis vehicles have this quirk and I find it weird in all of them.

@christopherthompson3023

Жыл бұрын

Look, heres more reasons why she has a point... kzread.info/dash/bejne/rHeTssyBhcu5hto.html I mean with how many reasons she found on top of these you really should do your research before you buy. Im enjoying my Niro, but I wish I knew about these things before I purchased