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2027 Kia Niro

S FWD

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What the S adds over the LX (+$700)

SpecLXS
Base MSRP (excludes destination)$29,890$30,590

Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support, Cloth and leather seat trim, Driver and passenger seat back pocket, Dual-level cargo floor, Heated front seats (3-levels), Mood Lighting, Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control - Curve with Stop and Go (NSCC-C), Rain-sensing wipers, Satin Chrome inside door handles, Second row air vents

Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter381 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter355.6 mm
Rear brake typesolid disc
Parking brake typeepb

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance6.3 in
Overall height60.8 in
Overall length174 in
Overall width71.9 in
Wheelbase107.1 in

Engine Basics

Cylinder count4
Engine displacement1580 cc
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Engine type (full description)1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection Hybrid Engine
Valve configurationDOHC

Engine Output

Horsepower104 hp
Torque106.3 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)53 mpg
MPG (combined)50 mpg
MPG (highway)46 mpg

Fuel System

Fuel tank capacity11.1 gal

Headroom

Front headroom40.5 in
Second-row headroom39.6 in

Legroom

Front legroom41.5 in
Second-row legroom39.8 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$30,590

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room56.3 in
Second-row shoulder room55.4 in

Steering

Steering typeRack & Pinion / Electric Motor

Suspension

Front suspension typeIndependent, MacPherson Strut, Stabilizer
Rear suspension typeIndependent, Multi-link

Tires

Tire sizeP205/60R16

Transmission

Transmission speeds6
Transmission typedct

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3362 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3208 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating4255 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter16 in
Wheel materialforged alloy

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety25 std · 0 opt

  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA 1.5) Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist, Junction Tunring and Direct Oncoming
  • Smart Cruise Control 2 (SCC 2)
  • Lane Following Assist (LFA)
  • Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
  • Dual front advanced airbags
  • Dual front seat-mounted side airbags

Infotainment8 std · 0 opt

  • Bluetooth Hands-free with voice recognition
  • Front door speakers (x2)
  • Rear door speakers (x2)
  • SiriusXM
  • Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
  • Tweeter speakers (x2)

Convenience6 std · 0 opt

  • Smart Key with push button start, remote start, panic alarm and liftgate unlock
  • 12V power outlet (x1): front console
  • Keyless entry with lock, unlock, panic and remote control
  • Manual Tailgate
  • Central door locks: driver and front passenger control
  • Power driver's window with auto up/down and pinch protection

Climate2 std · 0 opt

  • Air Conditioning, automatic dual-zone with Driver Only mode
  • Second row air vents

Seating5 std · 0 opt

  • Heated front seats (3-levels)
  • Second row bench (3 passengers) 60/40 split-folding rear seats
  • 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support
  • 6-way manual adjustable passenger seat with height adjuster
  • Cloth and leather seat trim

Interior17 std · 0 opt

  • Cluster: Supervision 4.0" TFT display
  • Bottle holder integrated into front door trim
  • Cargo light
  • Dual front cupholders
  • Front console arm rest with storage
  • Front door pockets

Exterior23 std · 0 opt

  • Power folding, heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals
  • 16-inch Alloy wheels
  • Black Doot Waistline
  • Black Side Sill
  • Black Wheel Arch
  • Body color Fender

Powertrain5 std · 0 opt

  • 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine
  • 6-speed Automatic Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)
  • Drive Mode Select (DMS): ECO or Sport Mode
  • Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
  • Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)

Chassis1 std · 0 opt

  • MacPherson front suspention and Multi-link rear suspension

Cargo2 std · 0 opt

  • Dual-level cargo floor
  • Luggage net hook

Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.

Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 Niro. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the S

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much is the 2027 Kia Niro S?

The manufacturer lists $30,590 for the 2027 Kia Niro S. That is $700 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.

What does the 2027 Kia Niro S add over the LX?

Against the LX, 10 features become 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.