2025 Kia Niro
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The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical is the largest identified problem area: 5 of 20 complaints (25%) mention it. 9 complaints mention a component NHTSA leaves uncategorised. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more crash reports (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 18 in 2024 to 20 in 2025.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2025 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,200–1,300 | 1,200–1,250 | 1,200–1,300 | 1,200–1,300 | 1,250 | |
| Combined MPG | 48–53 | 49–53 | 48–53 | 48–53 | 50 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 49–53 / 45–54 | 53 / 45–54 | 49–53 / 45–54 | 49–53 / 45–54 | 53 / 46 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 167–181 | 167–181 | 167–181 | 167–181 | 178 | |
| Complaints filed | 65 | 18 | 20 | 2 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 9 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Kia Niro have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Kia Niro get?
EPA rates it 48–53 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Kia Niro?
EPA estimates $1,200–$1,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM-S6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 53 mpg (high) | 45 mpg (low) | 49 mpg | $1,250 | 181 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM-S6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 53 mpg (high) | 54 mpg (high) | 53 mpg (high) | $1,200 (low) | 167 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 126 MPGe | 101 MPGe | 113 MPGe | $700 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AM-S6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gas and Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 49 mpg (low) | 47 mpg | 48 mpg (low) | $1,300 (high) | 71 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; SEATS · Campaign 25V024000 · Jan 21, 2025
Defect: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles. The floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat may become damaged, which can prevent the front air bags and seat belts from deploying properly or cause an unintended side curtain air bag deployment.
Consequence: Air bags and seat belts that deploy improperly or an air bag deploying unintentionally can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, replace and reroute the floor wiring assembly, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, dealers will install wiring covers. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC332.