Kia Niro SUV (2016 - 2022) 3 1.6 GDi 1.56kWh lithium-ion 139bhp 6DCT auto 5d Owner Review

I am now aware Car reviews are mostly biased - This car didn't have high scores yet none of the reviews had anything really negative to say. Well its a great SUV - what's not to like? It is a nice looking and well made mini SUV which is not as cumbersome as those large road hogging busses. It is very smooth and refined to drive. Most reviewers seem to comment on the sluggish response you get in ECO mode but fail to state that the car comes alive in Sport mode! The standard of trim inside is superb and beats the latest Toyota crop. Driving it feels like you are driving a luxury car as it is quite quiet at all speeds (more so than the prius I last owned), I have 18" wheels and the ride is great and not at all bumpy as some reviews say (though obviously not like American 70s car smooth) but firmer ride leads to better road holding anyway. I read a review that mentioned bellow par road manners (Top Gear) but the tires fitted in the past were more budget, mine came with grippy Michelins and are fine. The equipment on board is really impressive with auto lighting, rain sensing wipers and really good navigator/ JBL sound system. Unless you are a speed freak, this car is very economical, cost nothing to Tax and is a pleasure to drive. Only minor points - The boot is not as deep as a Prius but higher and no spare wheel - But you do get a compressor to inflate tires and liquid foam to use in an emergency.