The new generation of the KIA Niro has been photographed completely natural in European territory. KIA’s renewed SUV is ready to carry out its assault on dealerships while maintaining its commitment to electrification. The new KIA Niro 2022 will be marketed in a hybrid, plug-in hybrid and 100% electric version.
The Kia Niro it has needed a short space of time to consolidate itself as one of the central pillars that support the range Kia in Europe. This SUV, which is obtaining extraordinary sales figures, also boasts of being flagships of the commitment to sustainable mobility that the South Korean manufacturer is leading. And it is that, on the same model, the brand has been offering three levels of electrification.
The arrival on the scene of the new generation (the second) of the Niro has generated a lot of interest. It presents important changes. Some novelties that go from the exterior and interior design to the technological equipment. All this keeping intact the commitment to electrification. Something that has been characterizing the Niro range since its arrival on the market back in 2016.
The new KIA Niro 2022 is already in Europe
A copy of new Niro has been photographed in broad daylight in Europe. Some snapshots that allow us to discover how the renewed SUV looks natural. In addition, it is unequivocal proof that its commercial launch in the Old Continent is just around the corner. But, when will the first units arrive at our dealerships? Let’s go into detail.
It is important to bear in mind that the commercial journey of the new Niro is already underway far from European borders. Specifically, it can already be purchased in South Korea. Prioritizing its local market is very common at KIA. The opening of the order book in Europe will take place in a matter of a few months. More specifically in the summer 2022. By then, all the technical specifications of the model destined for European territory will have been revealed.
The spy photos of the new Niro have been taken in the vicinity of the Technical Center that Hyundai-KIA has in Rüsselsheim (Germany). We must not rule out that in the coming days there will be more sightings or that the brand will even put into circulation a small fleet of units to carry out tests prior to its launch in this part of the world.
KIA Niro 2022, an SUV that is unapologetically committed to electrification
The new Niro keeps its commitment to electrification intact. The mechanical offer will be made up of a hybrid version (HEV), a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and, as a more ecological alternative, the 100% electric variant. A variant that is expected to continue to be known as the KIA e-Niro. A model that, by the way, claims to be currently one of the most popular electric cars among European drivers.
KIA will prioritize the non-plug-in hybrid Niro in the first commercial stage of the new generation. A version that sports the ECO label of the DGT (General Directorate of Traffic) and that has the ability to circulate in fully electric mode.