SX FWD
What the SX adds over the LX (+$6,000)
| Spec | LX | SX |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $26,590 | $32,590 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: Laminated front windows
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 381 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 355.6 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 63.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 22.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 105.1 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.3 in |
| Overall height | 60.8 in |
| Overall length | 174 in |
| Overall width | 71.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 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 | 139 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 53 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 53 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 54 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 11.1 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.5 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.5 in |
| Second-row legroom | 39.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $32,590 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 56.2 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.4 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack & Pinion / Electric Motor |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | McPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | P205/60R16 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.438:1 (1st/2nd/3rd/4th/Rvs) / 3.227:1 (5th/6th) |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | dct |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3247 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3071 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4210 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 16 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety18 std · 1 opt
- Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) with Parallel Exit
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Rear-view Camera with dynamic guidelines
- Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control - Curve with Stop and Go (NSCC-C) optional
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Antilock Brakes System (ABS)
- Driver's knee airbag
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) Door logic type
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment1 std · 0 opt
- Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
Convenience1 std · 0 opt
- Central door locks: driver and front passenger control
Seating1 std · 0 opt
- 6-way manual adjustable passenger seat with height adjuster
Interior1 std · 0 opt
- Tilt and telescoping steering column
Exterior7 std · 0 opt
- LED Daytime Running Light (DRL)
- Laminated front windows
- Rear LED combination lights
- Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
- Auto Light Control headlights
- Rear-window defroster with timer
- Rear spoiler with LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
Powertrain2 std · 0 opt
- 6-speed Automatic Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Niro. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the SX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Kia Niro SX?
The manufacturer lists $32,590 for the 2023 Kia Niro SX. That is $6,000 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Kia Niro SX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 1 feature becomes standard that the LX does not and 1 published specification differs. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.