2019 Kia e-Niro
Kia Niro is already available as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid, but now Kia is going all the way with electrification. After a concept-car tease at CES 2018 and an overseas unveiling, the all-electric 2019 Kia Niro EV finally makes its United States debut at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show.
The Niro EV uses a 64-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack, with an electric drive motor good for 201 horsepower and 291 pound-feet of torque. According to Kia, 2019 Niro EV is equipped with a Combined Charging Standard (CCS). DC fast-charging system that can recharge to 80% capacity in 75 minutes. Also, adds 100 miles of range in 30 minutes. Charging from a more common Level 2 AC source takes substantially longer, making it 9.5 hours to fully charge.
To help preserve battery power, there are four drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport and Eco+. Drivers can also select the strength of the car’s regenerative braking by pulling paddles on the steering wheel.
The car is expected to costs from 30,000€ το 40,000€. Although, the automaker will announce the final price closer to the car’s launch.
2019 Kia e-Niro interior
Aside from the all-electric motor, the Niro EV is similar to the other versions of Kia’s pseudo-crossover. So the Niro EV gets an available 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A host of driver aids including adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring, and a driver attention monitor.
The exact UK specifications of the e-Niro are yet to be decided, however; we were testing a Korean-market model.
Space wise, it’s also as we know it from other Niros. The Niro has a tall roof but a low overall height. The rear of the car provides plenty of head and leg room, even for taller adults.
EV Charging Stations for home, businesses or public places.
29th November 2018