KIA Niro Concept - Kia gives more information about tough Niro Concept

The presentation of the Niro at the IAA is used to guess public opinion. Possible and interest in the B -segmentation But according Niro designer Gregory Guillaume he is best realized if the consumer would want. Come on!

Obviously bluffing Guillaume slightly and the chances that this Kia Niro will produce zero . In current form But these Niro is the inspiration coming B - segment models of the brand . A week ago presented the Koreans study the robust -looking model. Was the presented information Niro then called, quite briefly now makes Kia more details about their concept public. With a length of 4.20 meters, width of 1.85 meters and height of 1.58 meters, the Kia Niro received relatively compact dimensions. He is on a completely new platform that will also form for future B - segment models from Kia the basics.

Aggressive appearance
Kia Niro has in terms of looks a lot like a Dakar rally car. The deep black paint combined with the 20-inch five-spoke rims ensures that Kia Niro has a burly appearance. The air intakes we recognize another study model where the Koreans made ​​with our tasty, Provo. Remarkable are the mirrors with integrated rear cameras, as well as the rear lights moving up the tailgate. This is to shine on the carbon fiber finished with luggage light. Access to the interior is provided by the striking gull wing doors.
                       
Tough inner
and even those inside the Kia Niro makes a tough impression but should especially give a premium feel simultaneously. The generous use of 'Volcano Black' leather and aluminum knobs and switches to that feeling endorse. The one-piece manufactured in a 2 +2 seating arrangement stems from Provo, but have other upholstery. The fully adjustable aluminum pedals and leather steering wheel to ensure the perfect seating position. The driver looks for then he sees digital instruments provide all information and data. Additional information is available at an additional screen in the center console. This screen is the ability to record live images from video cameras on the front and back and to see. Also includes, entertainment system, the vehicle settings and Bluetooth functions. Surprisingly two rewarding the eye tubes between the transmission tunnel and dashboard. With a light touch of the left tube, reveals himself as the starter and the operation of the transmission.

Powertrain
Kia Niro will include a 1.6-liter T - GDI turbo engine with 160 hp. Combined with a seven-speed automatic transmission with double clutch allows the front wheels driven. When the rear wheels make a request for extra grip, it jumps a 45 hp strong electric hybrid system with. This power is generated by recovering braking energy.