2025 Kia Niro Specifications Overview

The 2025 Kia Niro is certified across 4 configurations with Electric Drive Motor(s), 1.6L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 1.6L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Front-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (A1) or Automatic (AM-S6). EPA classified under the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD size category.

Engine / Motors
3 Options
Electric Drive Motor(s), 1.6L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine...
Drivetrain Options
FWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
2 Options
Automatic (A1), Automatic (AM-S6)
Vehicle Classification
Small SUV 2WD
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (4)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
Niro Electric Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD Electric Drive Motor(s) 0 Permanent Magnet Motor Automatic (A1) Front-Wheel Drive Electricity
Niro FE Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 1.6L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AM-S6) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
Niro Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 1.6L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AM-S6) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
Niro Plug-in Hybrid Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 1.6L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain 4 Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine Automatic (AM-S6) Front-Wheel Drive Regular Gas and Electricity
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2025 Kia Niro MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2025 Kia Niro SUV FWD
  • 2025 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.