Driving Performance
One reason many drivers opt to purchase a 2017 Kia Niro near Rio Rancho NM is because they are unable to tell the car is a hybrid once they get behind the wheel. Many hybrid models, especially early versions, were known for their unnatural feel whenever the driver stopped or took off. This was most noticeable in a vehicle with a …show more content…
The LX and EX trims average 51 mpg in the city, 46 mpg on the highway and 49 mpg combined, and Kia anticipates these will be the most popular models. For those who want a fully loaded Touring model, fuel economy will decrease slightly. This model averages 46 mpg in the city, 40 mpg on the highway and 43 mpg combined. Drivers need to understand these figures were calculated when the vehicle was operating in Eco mode, which is the default in this model. Choose the Sport mode, which is more aggressive, and expect these figures to drop. Kia is also working on a plug-in hybrid model, one that will debut in late 2017, and this model should have an electric-only range of 26