Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

20182026 · 8 configurations

Lowest
46
Average
47
Best
48

The Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid has been tested by the EPA across 8 different configurations spanning model years 2018 through 2026. Over this period, the Niro Plug-in Hybrid has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 46 MPG to 48 MPG, with an overall average of 47 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2026
48
2025
48
2023
48
2022
46
2021
46
2020
46
2019
46
2018
46

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Niro Plug-in Hybrid) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Kia KIA Niro grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
48
Total Deaths
17

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
10.4%
Fire Occurrence
2.1%
Speeding Involved
6.3%
DUI Involved
8.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
12%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.27
2022
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.30
2021
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2020
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2019
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2023
2
2018
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory