Kia's updated 2024 Niro electrified small SUV line-up has become more expensive, with the full-electric versions now pricier than the Telsa Model Y and Volvo EX30.
Starting with the hybrids, the S and GT-Line grades are now $550 pricier than before, positioned at $44,380 before on-road costs and $50,580 respectively.
However, equipment carries over as before, as does the 1.6-litre petrol engine and electric motor set-up that delivers 104kW/265Nm.
The full-electric S and GT-Line meanwhile, are also tweaked for 2024 with the former copping a chunky $1290 price rise to $66,590 and the latter a modest $260 up to $72,360.
To justify the EV S' bigger increase, Kia has swapped out the old 8.0-inch multimedia touchscreen for the GT-Line's 10.25-inch unit with in-built satellite navigation, connected services and voice controls.
This makes the 2024 Niro EV S more expensive than premium electric SUVs like the Tesla Model Y (now starting from $65,400 after a significant price cut) and Volvo's incoming EX30 that kicks off from $59,990.
The most expensive Niro EV is also just $230 more affordable than the larger and more platform-advanced EV6, which opens at $72,590 in rear-drive Air form.
The Kia Niro EV retains the same 150kW/255Nm electric motor output and 64.8kWh battery that enables a driving range of up to 460km (when tested on WLTP standards).
Kia Australia has also removed the Niro Plus body style from its local line-up, which the brand dubbed a 'PBV' or Purpose-Built Vehicle.
The Niro Plus featured a flat tailgate and tallboy proportions for a boost in interior space.
The Niro Plus was aimed at fleets and business operators, rather than private buyers.
2024 Kia Niro pricing before on-road costs
Variant |
Transmission |
Cost |
Hybrid S |
Automatic |
$44,930 (+$550) |
Hybrid GT-Line |
Automatic |
$50,580 (+$550) |
EV S |
Automatic |
$66,590 (+$1290) |
EV GT-Line |
Automatic |
$72,360 (+$260) |
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