Calling out the NEW Toyota Prius Prime - 2023 Kia Niro PHEV review

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The new 2023 Kia Niro is a huge improvement. More power, tech, range, space and more... but is it enough to take down the mighty 2023 Toyota Prius Prime?

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Three Flavors, All Sustainable

The all-new Kia Niro will arrive in the U.S. in three distinct powertrain configurations: the Niro HEV hybrid, the Niro PHEV plug-in hybrid, and the all-electric Niro EV. All Niro models are front-wheel-drive, which provides advantages in adverse weather. A 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is standard in HEV and PHEV.

The Niro HEV features a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine coupled with a 32kW permanent magnet synchronous electric motor, for a combined maximum power output of 139 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque. Improved cooling, friction and combustion technologies ensure maximum fuel efficiency, and Niro HEV returns 53 mpg12 combined (when equipped with 16-inch wheels) and a driving range of 588 miles. When equipped with 18-inch wheels, the HEV still achieves an impressive 49 mpg12 combined.

The Niro PHEV pairs the 1.6-liter engine with a 62kW electric motor, for a total system output of 180 hp and 195 lb.-ft. of torque. When it is connected to a Level 2 charger, the Niro PHEV can refill its 11.1-kWh lithium-ion polymer battery in under three hours. Fully charged, the all-electric range (AER) of the Niro PHEV is 33 miles12 and achieves 108 MPGe12 combined: an improvement of 25 percent over the model it replaces.

The all-electric Niro EV is powered by a 64.8 kWh battery and a 150kW (201-horsepower) motor with DC fast-charging capability as standard. Plugged into a Level 3 fast charger, the Niro EV can replenish 10 to 80 percent in under 45 minutes, at a maximum charging capability of 85 kW. The 11kW onboard charger also helps recharge the Niro EV in under seven hours on a Level 2 charger. EPA-rated AER for the Niro EV is 253 miles. An optional heat pump and battery warmer help preserve range in cold temperatures. The EV will be available in two trims: the well-equipped standard model is Wind, while the fully loaded model is Wave.

In addition to Sport and Eco drive modes, the all-new Kia Niro introduces Green Zone Drive Mode, which automatically transfers Niro HEV and Niro PHEV into EV drive mode in residential areas, and nearby schools and hospitals. The Niro automatically uses electric power based on navigation cues and driving history data, and recognizes favorite places, such as home and office set in the navigation system.

Intelligent regenerative braking enables a variety of regeneration levels to easily slow the car and recuperate kinetic energy to maximize driving range. The system can calculate the amount of regeneration required using radar and road gradient information, and it can allow all Niro models to harvest the maximum amount of energy from its brakes while bringing the vehicle to a gentle halt.

00:00 - Niro PHEV Powertrain
00:56 - Exterior
02:23 - cargo
02:40 - Backseat
08:21 - Driving Impressions
12:30 - 0-60 and Acceleration
14:48 - Is the Niro PHEV a good buy?
16:38 - Prius Prime vs Niro PHEV
19:10 - Final Thoughts
19:54 - B-Roll