I have a 24 in the US. Not many miles on mine yet, so I can’t speak to long-term reliability. But the older model has held up pretty well, which is a good sign for how this one will last. If the price is reasonable, it’s a solid hatch with good efficiency, features, and performance.
That sounds like a decent deal. Pricing can vary depending on where you’re buying from.
My 2019 model has been reliable.
We are selling ours. As my wife puts it, it’s a ‘Friday Afternoon car’—meaning you probably won’t check it out till the weekend. We’ve had it for less than 2 years.
Had some issues: 2 x USB port CarPlay failures (loom replacements), 1 x Front suspension failure (a known Kia issue, still waiting for repair approval for 6 months), 1 x Rear bearing failure (fixed under warranty), and worst of all, we got locked inside the car when the electric system failed. Had to use the Kia app to unlock from the inside. Very scary moment.
Also, don’t get me started on the dumb infotainment/climate control bar.
Hard to recommend either way. I just got a 2025 a month ago here in Canada. It cost me 100CAD a week. I traded a 2019 for 15k, so I got the 2025 for 28,000CAD (~18,000€).
I have the same exact model. It’s the top spec, Kia Niro Wave in the US. I really like the driving assist, heated/cooled seats, and the overall style. The driving efficiency is good too. I average about 4.3 miles/kWh, with a mix of secondary roads and highways.
30K EUR seems too high for a 2-year-old Niro. I got a 4-year-old one for 14K USD (about 16K EUR).
Wilkie said:
30K EUR seems too high for a 2-year-old Niro. I got a 4-year-old one for 14K USD (about 16K EUR).
Congrats on your find. Unfortunately, prices like that don’t exist in Europe. A 4-year-old one here costs around 25K with the 64kWh battery.
If you’re buying used, always get a proper vehicle inspection from a reliable organisation like the AA or RAC. Go for the more expensive inspection; the report will highlight things you wouldn’t notice. If the dealer is honest, they won’t mind the inspection, but if they’re hiding something, they’ll dodge you.
If you’re not in a rush, wait for a used 2026 model with a Tesla charger. Otherwise, I’d buy this one.
Stevie said:
If you’re not in a rush, wait for a used 2026 model with a Tesla charger. Otherwise, I’d buy this one.
Are you suggesting to wait for a used 2026 model, so you’d get it in 2028?
Before buying, understand the car’s limitations. It only charges at 75kW, has poor infotainment, and limited space. I’ve had an e-Niro for 4 years, and even though Kia is good, it’s outdated compared to Teslas. The Niro is great for city driving, but it can’t compete with Tesla’s fully electric design.
@Ronald
I know about the slow charging, but I’ll mostly charge at home overnight. We’re a family of three, so the luggage space isn’t perfect, but it works. I could get a Tesla Model 3 SR from 2021 or 2022 for a similar price and mileage, but it only has 2 years left of warranty. With the Kia, there’s 5 years left.
I’ll take a test drive in a Tesla to see the difference for myself.
@Nolan
One thing to keep in mind: check what the 7-year warranty actually covers. Some parts are only under a 2-year warranty. Kia also requires you to service the car regularly (based on km or time), which isn’t free and can get expensive. If you miss a service by even a day, you lose the warranty. So, that 7-year warranty isn’t as comprehensive as it seems.
@Ronald
You don’t lose warranty if you’re late for a service in Europe. We have consumer rights to protect us in this regard.
Ellis said:
@Ronald
You don’t lose warranty if you’re late for a service in Europe. We have consumer rights to protect us in this regard.
I’m in Europe (Poland), and my warranty card clearly says that if I miss a service, I lose the warranty. I’ve confirmed this multiple times with Kia. Even the basic 2-year warranty is covered, but the 7-year warranty is not protected after that. I’ve seen it happen to someone who missed a service by a few days and lost their warranty. So, make sure you understand the details before assuming you’re fully covered.
That’s not a 2022.
Day said:
That’s not a 2022.
(Eur) means Europe, where the 2nd Gen Niro was first released in January 2022. To answer the original poster, no, I wouldn’t buy it. I got a 2020 e-Niro EX with 15,000 miles for $20,000 USD. You’ll probably find a better deal.
@Val
The older versions (2019-2021) are priced around 23K-25K here (Czech Republic and Germany). But like I said, I don’t like the design of the older models.
What do you call this version in the US?
@Nolan
We just call them all the Niro EV. I don’t know why we didn’t keep the ‘e-Niro’ name—it sounds better. In the US, we only have the EX and EX Premium models, both with 64kWh batteries. They’re all made in Korea, but I think yours are too.