2022 Kia Niro EV near Columbus OH
2022 Kia Niro EV Overview
The Niro EV is now in its fourth iteration of the all-electric version of Kia’s popular crossover. The 2022 Kia Niro EV has arrived at Coughlin Kia of Lancaster serving Columbus Groveport Lancaster Ohio, and it continues to be available in two core trim levels: EX and EX Premium. For those not familiar with the hybrid lineup, EX and EX Premium are the top trim levels for that range. As far as the EV is concerned, there are not major differences between the two trims. The EX is impressively well equipped, and the EX Premium adds niceties, such as upgraded upholstery, a power sunroof and ventilated front seats.
Exterior - Kia Dealer serving Columbus OH
All Niro EV models available at our location serving Columbus Groveport Lancaster Ohio measure 172.2 inches in length, which is 14.35 feet. The wheelbase is 106.3 inches, and the ground clearance is no less than 6.1 inches. Without roof rails, the height is 61.4 inches, and without mirrors, the width is 71.1 inches. The base model features 17-inch alloy wheels, an aerodynamic front grille with charging port, blue exterior accents, power-adjustable and -folding side mirrors with LED turn signals, roof rails and a rear spoiler. The EX Premium trim level adds some additional styling cues to the exterior.
Interior - 2022 Kia Niro EV near Columbus OH
The 2022 Kia Niro EV near Columbus is a five-passenger crossover—or what some consider a wagon. This is a small vehicle but provides 96.6 cubic feet of total passenger volume. Front headroom is 40.1 inches. Front legroom is 41.7 inches, and second-row legroom is 36.0 inches. The dedicated cargo space is 18.5 cubic feet, and when unneeded, you can fold the rear row for 53.0 cubic feet. One of the changes for the 2022 model is that the EX model now comes with the 10.25-inch touchscreen with voice recognition and integrated navigation along with an eight-speaker Harman Kardon sound system with an integrated subwoofer. Other notable standard equipment includes cloth and simulated leather upholstery, heated front seats, a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar support, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a wireless phone charger. The EX Premium trim adds SynTex seating with blue accents, ventilated front seats, a power sunroof, adjustable mood lighting and a cargo cover, and both trims offer the option of a heated steering wheel via the Cold Weather Package.
Kia Niro EV Mechanical specs
The 2022 Kia Niro EV near Columbus has been designed as a front-wheel drive vehicle, and that is the only drive layout available. Recharging the vehicle can be accomplished with either a 120- or 240-volt connection. Using a 120-volt—or Level 1—connection can be convenient but requires about 60 hours to charge fully from empty. A 240-volt—or Level 2—connection can charge full from empty in about nine hours. The Niro EV also supports Level 3 charging, and at a DC fast charge station, you can recharge the battery to 80% in about an hour.
Powertrain - Kia Dealership near Columbus OH
A common reason customers contact Coughlin Kia of Lancaster is to ask if there are different batteries depending on the trim level. This is something that Nissan, for instance, has done with the Leaf, but all Niro EV come with the same 64.0-kWh battery pack, which matches the Kona EV and actually exceeds the Leaf. The single electric motor of the 2022 Kia Niro EV near Columbus makes 201 horsepower. Power is sent to the front wheels via a direct-drive one-speed transmission. The Niro EV can go from zero to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, and it supports a one-pedal driving mode.
Safety - 2022 Kia Niro EV dealer
As mentioned earlier, all models now come with the 10.25-inch Uvo infotainment system. Features include voice command, integrated navigation, Uvo Link, HD radio, satellite radio, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Kia also includes a standard suite of driver-assistance technologies: a rearview monitor with dynamic parking guidance, a pedestrian warning system, blind-spot and rear cross-traffic monitoring, front collision avoidance with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane keep assist, driver attention monitoring and a navigation-based smart cruise control system with stop and go, highway driving assist, lane following assist and curve control. The EX Premium trim has a system that will alert you to a potential collision when reversing at slow speeds.
Request more 2022 Kia Niro EV near Columbus OH information
If you are considering an EV for your next vehicle purchase or lease, experience the 2022 Kia Niro EV in person before making a decision. You can test-drive it at our Kia dealership serving Columbus Groveport Lancaster Ohio. You can also call or contact Coughlin Kia of Lancaster online for additional details.
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Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.