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2026 Kia Niro
HEVHybrid · Every trim below is EPA-rated. Starting price shown before destination.
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Worth knowing
- #3 for fuel economy out of 102 hybrids in our database.
- EPA estimates $5,750 in fuel savings over 5 years versus the average new car.
The short version
The 2026 Kia Niro starts at $29,890, returns 53.0 mpg combined. Here's what the EPA numbers actually mean.
Pricing
Starts at $29,890 before destination, across 2 EPA-rated trims. We verify every price by hand against manufacturer and dealer sources — if we can't confirm a number, we leave it blank instead of guessing.
Range and efficiency
Rated at 53.0 mpg combined — the best figure across its 2 trims. Trims span 49.0–53.0 mpg. No plug, no charging routine, just a gas engine with electric help.
Charging and fuel cost
At $3.20 a gallon, 12,000 miles a year burns about $725 in gas. See how that stacks up against going electric in the fuel cost calculator.
All 2 EPA-rated trims
| Trim | Drive | Class | MPG comb. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niro | Front-Wheel Drive | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 49.0 |
| Niro FE | Front-Wheel Drive | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 53.0 |
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Common questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2026 Kia Niro?
The 2026 Kia Niro is EPA-rated at 53.0 mpg combined, the best figure across its 2 rated trims.
How much does the 2026 Kia Niro cost?
The 2026 Kia Niro starts at $29,890 MSRP before destination charges. Prices are verified from manufacturer and automotive sources.
Is the Kia Niro fully electric?
The 2026 Kia Niro is a hybrid — it pairs a gas engine with electric assist and never needs plugging in.
Specs: U.S. EPA via fueleconomy.gov (model years 2025–2027), updated October 2026. MPGe = miles per gallon equivalent (33.7 kWh = 1 gallon of gasoline energy).