KIA ANNOUNCES PRICING FOR REFRESHED 2027 NIRO

• Now offered exclusively as a hybrid, Niro builds on established blend of responsive performance, everyday utility and practicality
• Pricing starts at $29,890¹ MSRP (plus $1,495 destination)

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America is pleased to announce pricing for the refreshed 2027 Niro, which sharpens its hybrid crossover formula with a bolder design, expanded technology and newly available driver assistance features. Offered exclusively as a hybrid, the 2027 Niro lineup also welcomes a new S trim alongside the LX, EX, and SX models.

Highlights for the new model year include redesigned front and rear fascias with Kia's signature Star Map lighting elements, new exterior colors and an updated cabin. Available Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) brings over-the-air update capability², while newly available driver assistance technologies³ include Highway Driving Assist 2⁴, 360-degree Surround View Monitor⁵ and Blind-Spot View Monitor⁶.

The Niro continues to pair a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and six-speed dual-clutch transmission, producing a combined 139 horsepower. Updates to suspension tuning, ride comfort and cabin quietness further enhance the driving experience. MSRP for the 2027 Niro is as follows:

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• Vehicle Specifications, including fuel economy
• Features and options

Kia America – about us

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as one of the TIME World's Most Sustainable Companies of 2026. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and WNBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including several SUVs proudly assembled in America*. 

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* The 2026 and 2027 all-electric EV6 and EV9 all-electric three-row SUV, Sportage (excluding PHEV model), Sorento (excludes HEV and PHEV models), and Telluride are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts. 

¹ MSRP excludes destination and handling, taxes, title, license fees, options and retailer charges. Actual prices set by retailer and may vary.
² Over-the-Air features and updates may require an additional cost and may vary by model, model year, and trim level. Features, specifications, and fees are subject to change. Kia Connect subscription is required and Kia Connect terms and conditions apply.
³ Advanced Driver Assistance Systems are not substitutes for safe driving, and may not detect all objects around the vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.
⁴ When engaged, Highway Driving Assist is not a substitute for safe driving, may not detect all objects surrounding the vehicle, and only functions on certain federal highways. Always drive safely and use caution
⁵ When engaged, Surround View Monitor is not a substitute for safe driving, and may not display all objects around vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution
⁶ When engaged, Blind-Spot View Monitor is not a substitute for safe driving and may not display all objects around vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.

SOURCE Kia America