Are you thinking about purchasing a 2019 Kia Niro model? If so, then you have to decide between the three available models—the 2019 Kia Niro, the 2019 Kia Niro EV, and the 2019 Kia Niro PHEV. The 2019 Kia Niro and the 2019 Kia Niro PHEV are both hybrid crossovers, while the 2019 Kia Niro EV is completely electric. The performance specifications offered by each model vary slightly and are the main difference between the three models. Customers can explore the three 2019 Kia Niro models right here at Kia of Irvine today! Now, let’s explore the performance specifications each 2019 Niro model offers together!
The 2019 Kia Niro features a hybrid power system that utilizes a 1.6L I-4 engine and a 240V electric motor. This hybrid power system is able to generate 139 horsepower and up to 195 pound-feet of torque. When it comes to fuel economy, the power system is able to achieve EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 51-52 mpg in the city and 46-49 mpg on the highway.
The 2019 Kia Niro EV offers a little bit different performance and efficiency than the hybrid models. This model is powered solely by a 356V electric motor. This motor is able to generate 201 horsepower and up to 291 pound-feet of torque. Fuel economy is obviously measured differently for the 2019 Kia Niro EV, as it does not use fuel. So, the MPGe, or Miles-Per-Gallon Equivalent, is used to highlight the motor’s efficiency. The 2019 Kia Niro EV offers efficiency ratings of 123 MPGe in the city and 102 MPGe on the highway. This indicates how far the 2019 Niro EV can travel on a fully-charged battery.
The 2019 Kia Niro PHEV is essentially a combination of the 2019 Kia Niro and the 2019 Kia Niro EV. It features the same power system as the 2019 Kia Niro and offers the same performance output. However, as a plug-in hybrid, the 2019 Kia Niro PHEV can also be powered solely by electricity for up to 26 miles. This combo power system allows the 2019 Kia Niro PHEV to offer EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 48 mpg in the city and 44 mpg on the highway.
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