What kind of power can the 2023 Kia Niro EV produce?

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An electric motor driving the front wheels of the 2023 Kia Niro EV generates 201 horsepower and 293 lb-ft of torque.

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This outperforms the 139-hp hybrid and 180-hp plug-in hybrid variants by a wide margin.

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The Niro EV has the same top speed of 104 mph as the plug-in hybrid version while having more power.

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With the Niro EV, Kia puts an emphasis on efficiency and range because the battery and motor are tuned for efficiency rather than performance.

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The Niro EV's range is assessed by the EPA to be 253 miles,

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while Kia asserts that its real-world efficiency is 4.2 miles per kWh.

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Kia additionally provides a heat-pump, battery heater, and optional ventilated seats for even greater effectiveness and comfort in cold climates.

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