Although Toyota has the most hybrid vehicles, other automakers have also achieved success in the hybrid segment. This includes . With their more complicated powertrains, hybrid vehicles are generally more expensive than fully gas-powered versions. However, Kia offers an affordable one with the 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid subcompact crossover SUV. Plus, the Niro Hybrid is the SUV with the best gas mileage.
2023 Kia Niro Hybrid is the most affordable new Kia hybrid car
With a starting price of $26,590 MSRP, the 2023 Kia Hybrid is Kia’s cheapest new hybrid car. This is top-notch efficiency at an affordable price.
Compact crossover SUV and mid-size Sorento Hybrid SUV. Additionally, for each of these SUVs, there are both traditional hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variants. A plug-in hybrid can drive on pure electric power for short distances.
Kia Niro Hybrid is the SUV with the best gas mileage
In addition to being Kia’s cheapest new hybrid car, the 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid is the SUV with the best gas mileage (not including all-electric SUVs). With fuel economy estimated at up to 53 mpg combined, it surpasses all other gas-powered SUVs for fuel economy, as detailed by. The next most efficient is the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid (up to 43 mpg combined).
Here are the new SUVs with the best gas mileage:
- 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid: Up to 53 mpg combined
- 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid: Up to 43 mpg combined
- 2023 Lexus UX: Up to 42 mpg combined
- 2023 Ford Escape: up to 41 mpg combined
- 2023 Toyota Hybrid: Up to 40 mpg combined
- 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid: Up to 43 mpg combined
- 2023 Toyota Venza: Up to 39 mpg combined
- 2023 Lexus NX: Up to 39 mpg combined
- 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid: Up to 38 mpg combined
- 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime: up to 38 mpg combined
Toyota and its luxury division Lexus dominate this list of best fuel-efficient SUVs. However, it takes the top two spots with the Niro Hybrid and Sportage Hybrid.
Redesign for Niro 2023
In addition to being Kia’s cheapest new car and the SUV with the best gas mileage, the 2023 Kia Niro has a complete redesign. It has bolder exterior styling and a more refined, modern cabin, utilizing Kia’s “Opposites United” design philosophy.
In addition, the economy car took a growth spurt, resulting in more passenger and cargo space. However, despite the increase in size, it is lighter, which has helped improve driving dynamics. Furthermore, the plug-in hybrid variant is more powerful.
There’s also a host of new features, including new 10.3-inch screens for the infotainment system and digital instrument cluster. Additionally, the redesigned 2023 Niro offers greater customization with more customization options.
