Road Test: 2019 Kia Niro EV
The 2019 Kia Niro EV is the current top benchmark for a well-equipped, reasonably-priced EV, along with its cousin, the Hyundai Kona EV.
The 2019 Kia Niro EV is the current top benchmark for a well-equipped, reasonably-priced EV, along with its cousin, the Hyundai Kona EV.
Enter the 2019 Hyundai Kona EV. The small crossover is the most direct competitor to the veteran Chevrolet Bolt EV.
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq is the brand’s direct competition with the ubiquitous Toyota Prius; it comes as a hybrid, plug-in-hybrid or pure electric.
At this week’s New York Auto Show, Kia revealed the HabaNiro concept that we hope is more of an indication of a production car than a whimsical flight of fancy.
Infiniti previewed its concept sports sedan this week, the Qs Inspiration, at the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show.
It’s logical that the Audi E-tron, the company’s first all-electric model due in dealer showrooms next month, should come under the microscope and be called out for any shortcomings.
Micromobility, as represented by scooters and electrically assisted bikes, is with us now. It makes a lot of sense in dense urban areas, where driving a car is a pain and environmentally irresponsible.
Another ongoing concern in the electric cars vs. gas cars discussion is the fate of thousands of people who work in gas stations were we to fully transition to electric vehicles.
The 2019 Kia Niro EV is a very attractive package for style, comfort, efficiency and affordability. Kia is now seen as a quality and value leader, and by stepping strongly into the EV market, is keeping an eye on the future.
Kia and Amazon are partnering on a program where, when you drive out of a Kia dealership in your Soul EV, Niro EV or PHEV or Optima PHEV, you can easily order a home charger and installation through Amazon.