Photo: Kia Niro by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. It shows the model, not always this exact version.
Kia · model year 2027
2027 Kia Niro
SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid · EPA class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Where it places
- 13 Hybrid cars
Ordered by combined MPG #13 of 289 - 02 Fuel-efficient SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #2 of 479 - 03 Fuel-efficient small SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #3 of 521 - 289 2027 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #289 of 539 - 16 Kia cars
Every model year, newest first #16 of 908 - 25 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #25 of 2,158
Against hybrid cars
The CarCody take
The 2027 Kia Niro is a small SUV with a gasoline-electric hybrid system and front-wheel drive. Its EPA rating is 50 MPG combined, with 53 MPG city and 46 MPG highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $1,350. A 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine works through an automatic transmission.
Good to know
- 50 MPG combined EPA rating
- 53 MPG city rating
- Hybrid powertrain in a small SUV body
- EPA annual fuel cost of $1,350
Watch for
- 46 MPG highway rating is lower than city MPG
- Front-wheel drive only
Who it suits. City-focused drivers wanting hybrid SUV efficiency Buyers comfortable with front-wheel drive Shoppers budgeting around EPA fuel costs
For a small SUV, the Niro’s main takeaway is simple: 50 MPG combined, with the strongest result in city use. The hybrid setup keeps it gasoline-powered while improving stop-and-go efficiency. Front-wheel drive narrows the drivetrain choice, and highway economy falls to 46 MPG. If your routine centers on urban streets and you want an EPA annual fuel estimate of $1,350, the Niro fits that brief. Drivers focused on freeway mileage or another drive layout should weigh those limits before choosing.
What it is
The 2027 Kia Niro is a small sport utility vehicle with front-wheel drive. It uses gasoline and a hybrid powertrain.
A 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine is paired with an automatic AM-S6 transmission.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 50 MPG combined. EPA city mileage is 53 MPG, while highway mileage is 46 MPG.
That split favors stop-and-go driving over steady highway travel.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates yearly fuel spending at $1,350. Your actual bill will change with miles driven, fuel prices and how much of your driving is in town or on the highway.
Its tailpipe output is 178 grams of carbon dioxide per mile.
How it compares
Use the Niro's 50 combined MPG as the yardstick when comparing other hybrids in the hybrid car chart. Its 53 city and 46 highway figures also give a useful split for daily routes.
For other small SUVs, compare the same combined-MPG measure in the fuel-efficient SUV list. You can also see other models from the maker in Kia cars.
Who it suits
The Niro fits drivers who want SUV body style with hybrid fuel economy and mostly drive in town. Front-wheel drive suits buyers who do not need all-wheel drive.
It also works for shoppers who prefer one combined MPG number and a published annual fuel-cost estimate.
Trade-offs
City mileage is higher than highway mileage, so long freeway trips will not match the 53 MPG city figure. The EPA class is a small SUV, which sets its size category.
The drivetrain is front-wheel drive only, and the listed annual fuel cost is $1,350.
Verdict
The 2027 Kia Niro makes its case with a 50 MPG combined rating and a stronger 53 MPG city number. It is a gasoline hybrid in a small-SUV shape, with straightforward front-wheel drive and automatic transmission.
Choose it when efficient urban driving matters more than highway mileage or all-wheel drive. Its $1,350 EPA fuel-cost estimate gives buyers a clear starting point for budgeting.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 50 MPG
- City MPG
- 53 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 46 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,350
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 178 g per mile
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.6 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic (AM-S6)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2027 Kia Niro's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 50 MPG.
How many MPG does the Niro get in the city?
Its EPA city rating is 53 MPG.
What is the Niro's highway MPG?
The EPA highway rating is 46 MPG.
How much does the 2027 Kia Niro cost in fuel each year?
EPA annual fuel cost is $1,350.
Is the 2027 Kia Niro front-wheel drive?
Yes. It is a front-wheel-drive small sport utility vehicle.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and an automatic AM-S6 transmission.
Is the Niro electric?
No. The listed fuel is gasoline, and the powertrain is a hybrid.
What are the Niro's CO2 emissions?
Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 178 grams per mile.
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