Your New Kia Niro 2 Hybrid Review from The Taxi Centre
KIA Niro Hybrid Review
- The Kia Niro 2 is already an award-winning car in the family SUV segment, making it a great car for taxi drivers.
- The new KIA Niro 2 Hybrid adds an efficient hybrid powertrain to the mix, allowing drivers to lower their emissions and save on fuel.
- As a self-charging hybrid, there’s also no need to plug in - saving you from a visit to the local charging point.
- In this article, we take you through everything from the design and storage to technology and driving experience.
Named as one of the best family SUVs of the year, the Kia Niro has certainly become a top contender for those in the market for a spacious, modern, and convenient vehicle.
But it could also be great for your passengers and business. To discover how, read on for all you need to know.
Table of Contents
1. Design of the KIA Niro 2 Hybrid
3. KIA Niro 2 Hybrid Technology
4. Driving Performance of the Hybrid KIA Niro 2
5. Video review of the KIA Niro Hybrid Estate
Design of KIA Niro 2 Hybrid
Spacious, thoughtful interior of KIA Niro 2
The new Kia Niro 2 Hybrid Taxi sees a slightly more sophisticated design than previous models, mirroring that of the Kia EV6. With a more convenient layout, you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips, from a dual 10.25-inch panoramic digital display screen to an integrated centre console with all your essential controls and cable-charging.
The cockpit design brings together the perfect combination of horizontal and diagonal lines to create a unique look for the dashboard and door trims, for a touch of style.
There are also eco-friendly materials used in the Kia Niro range, with the Niro 2 Hybrid featuring sustainable cloth upholstery on the driver and passenger seats, soft to the touch and breathable.
The interior is spacious and relaxing, providing both comfortable leg and head room whether seated in the front or back – a combination rarely seen in most standard vehicles. So, you can rest assured you and your passengers will have plenty of room for a comfortable journey.
Other standard features include an artificial leather steering wheel and storage box for a more ethical design, an automatic window defogger, and electronic parking brake for added convenience during those busier journeys.
Stylish, sophisticated exterior of KIA Niro 2
The Kia Niro 2 is just as impressive on the outside as it is on the inside, with a range of stylish features to enhance your look.
These include 17-inch alloy wheels for a more premium appearance, while a wide honeycomb-grille design and angular front headlights creates a more distinctive profile.
Black bumper detailing on the sides also adds to the Kia Niro 2’s eye-catching look, and solar glass on the rear windows and tailgate provides a more sophisticated effect.
Benefit from a heated rear windscreen, LED headlights, LED rear fog lights, and electrically heated door mirrors for a smoother, more controlled drive.
KIA Niro 2 Hybrid Storage
With various luggage compartments at your disposal, you’ll be able to offer your passengers added convenience for their journey, great for trips to the airport or train station.
The Kia Niro 2 Hybrid offers 451 litres of storage with the rear seats upright, increased to 1,445 litres with the rear seats folded, providing plenty of space.
There is also 20 litres of front trunk storage under the bonnet, giving you a handy place to store any cables or other items needed for your vehicle.
Top Technology of the KIA Niro 2 Hybrid
The Kia Niro 2 Hybrid also offers a wealth of the latest technology which could help to make your business tech-savvy and more convenient for your passengers.
Enjoy the flexibility of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay with voice control so you can easily control your taxi’s sound and navigational systems, while handy features such as a windscreen washer level warning will helpfully inform you of when you’re running low on fluid.
Parking has also never been easier with rear parking sensors and a reversing camera system with dynamic guidelines, all controlled via your vehicle’s innovative touchscreen display, for smoother journeys from start to finish.
There’s also a range of safety driving features on board to help you provide a more relaxing journey for your passengers. These include a selection of drive modes (Eco and Sport) to help tailor your drive and lower your emissions where preferred, and Hill-Start Assist control for those steeper gradients.
Speed Limit Assist and the Lane Keep Assist System will also help to keep you right on the roads, while the Smart Cruise Control with Stop/Go functionality brings you added convenience during your drive.
There’s even a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System to help you make sure your hybrid taxi is in top shape for your passengers, especially for longer journeys.
There are also all the safety features you would expect with any vehicle, including all-round 3-point seatbelts, and height-adjustable headrests, impact-sensing automatic door unlocking, and the ISOFIX child seat feature, as well as your safety airbags.
For your own security, there is a standard alarm system and engine immobiliser, door deadlocks, an interior door lock/unlock function, locking wheel nuts and the Visible Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), making the Kia Niro 2 Hybrid a top-performer for yours and your passenger’s safety.
The Drive performance of the KIA Niro 2 Hybrid
The Kia Niro 2 Hybrid offers a 1.6 GDi engine and 1.32kWh battery, providing 139bhp and 265Nm torque, aided by a 6-speed auto dual-clutch transmission (DCT) and 1-speed automatic transmission.
This gives you a smoother drive with instant response and greater fuel economy thanks to regenerative braking – where energy normally lost from braking is stored and redistributed to your vehicle’s battery.
It’s also available in plug-in hybrid and electric versions, giving you a greater choice of powertrains depending on your driving preferences.
KIA Niro 2 Hybrid Estate Review
Has the Kia Niro 2 Hybrid caught your eye? Drop by our showroom or give us a call to find out more.
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We hope you’ve found our KIA Niro 2 Hybrid review useful and learned all you need to know! From its spacious, stylish design to the advanced technology, the Kia Niro 2 Hybrid makes a perfect choice for your next taxi.
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