EX Premium FWD
What the EX Premium adds over the LX (+$7,300)
| Spec | LX | EX Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3117 lbs | 3199 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3117 lbs | 3150 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4079 lbs | 4189 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 53 mpg | 51 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 50 mpg | 49 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 48 mpg | 46 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $24,690 | $31,990 |
| Parking brake type | Foot parking brake | epb |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10.25 in. LCD touchscreen navigation display system with Premium sound system with SiriusXM, wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and embedded modem, 16" Alloy wheels with partial wheel cover, AM/FM/MP3/HD audio system, Adjustable mood lamp, Artificial leather seat trim, Body-color with high gloss base outside mirrors, Cargo cover, Charge port door with illumination, Charging cable (120V), Climate and charging scheduling, Deluxe door arm rest covering with stitches, Deluxe high gloss door garnish, Deluxe scuff plates, Drive Mode Select (DMS): Eco / Sport modes, Driver Attention Warning (DAW) with Lead Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA), Driver only air conditioning function, Dual-zone automatic temperature control with auto defog and cluster ionizer, Electric Chromic Mirror (ECM), Electronic Parking Break (EPB) with Auto Hold, Front and rear adjustable headrests, Front projection fog lights, Gloss black radiator grille with chrome lower trim, Harman Kardon Sound System with Clari-Fi technology with 8 speakers, including Sub-woofer, Heated front seats (3-levels), Heated steering wheel, Hidden storage tray in cargo area, High Beam Assist (HBA), Highway Driving Assist (HDA), Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat and outside mirrors, LED room lamp, Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control - Curve with Stop and Go (NSCC-C), Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R), Power folding, heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals, Power folding, heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals, Power folding, heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals, Power passenger window with auto up/down and pinch protection, Power tilt-slide sunroof, Rear LED combination lights, Rear center arm rest with cup holder, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC w/S&G)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 279.4 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 261.6 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 54.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 19.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 100.9 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.3 in |
| Overall height | 60.8 in |
| Overall length | 171.5 in |
| Overall width | 71.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1580 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 104 hp |
| Torque | 109 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 51 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 49 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 46 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 11.9 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.1 in |
| Third-row headroom | 39.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.7 in |
| Third-row legroom | 37.4 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $31,990 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 56 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.2 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 17.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent, MacPherson struts, stabilizer |
| Rear suspension type | Independent, multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | P205/60R16 |
Transmission
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | dct |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3199 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3150 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4189 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 16 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety7 std · 0 opt
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC w/S&G)
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
- Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control - Curve with Stop and Go (NSCC-C)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW) with Lead Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA)
- Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R)
- Electronic Parking Break (EPB) with Auto Hold
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- 10.25 in. LCD touchscreen navigation display system with Premium sound system with SiriusXM, wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and embedded modem
- AM/FM/MP3/HD audio system
- Harman Kardon Sound System with Clari-Fi technology with 8 speakers, including Sub-woofer
- Steering wheel paddle shifters
- UVO link
- Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration
- Wireless phone charger
Convenience2 std · 0 opt
- Power passenger window with auto up/down and pinch protection
- Smart Key with Push-button start, trunk unlock, remote start and panic alarm
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- Climate and charging scheduling
- Driver only air conditioning function
- Dual-zone automatic temperature control with auto defog and cluster ionizer
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- Artificial leather seat trim
- Heated front seats (3-levels)
- Ventilated front seats
- Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat and outside mirrors
- Front and rear adjustable headrests
Interior10 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Electric Chromic Mirror (ECM)
- Adjustable mood lamp
- Deluxe door arm rest covering with stitches
- Deluxe high gloss door garnish
- Deluxe scuff plates
- LED room lamp
- Rear center arm rest with cup holder
- Supervision meter cluster with 7.0" TFT LCD display panel with rheostat
- Day and night rear-view mirror
Exterior9 std · 0 opt
- Power tilt-slide sunroof
- 16" Alloy wheels with partial wheel cover
- Body-color with high gloss base outside mirrors
- Charge port door with illumination
- Charging cable (120V)
- Front projection fog lights
- Gloss black radiator grille with chrome lower trim
- Power folding, heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals
- Rear LED combination lights
Powertrain1 std · 0 opt
- Drive Mode Select (DMS): Eco / Sport modes
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Cargo cover
- Hidden storage tray in cargo area
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Niro. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the EX Premium
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2022 Kia Niro EX Premium?
The manufacturer lists $31,990 for the 2022 Kia Niro EX Premium. That is $7,300 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Kia Niro EX Premium add over the LX?
Against the LX, 47 features become standard that the LX does not and 8 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.