Germain Kia of Columbus stocks the Kia Niro for sale near Columbus, Grove City, and Dublin, Ohio, a five-passenger compact crossover built for drivers who want efficiency without giving up cargo room.
Picture a normal week: morning miles on the I-270 outerbelt, an afternoon detour to the Franklin Park Conservatory, groceries in the back on the way home. City driving is where the hybrid system does its best work, since regenerative braking recaptures energy at every stoplight.
A 1.6-liter engine pairs with an electric motor for 139 total horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque through a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. You never plug it in.
The electric motor handles the pull away from a stop, then the gas engine steps in as speed builds. Idle Stop and Go shuts the engine off at red lights instead of burning fuel, and regenerative braking feeds energy back to the battery every time you lift off the accelerator. Kia covers the hybrid battery for 10 years or 100,000 miles.
Drive Mode Select lets you choose how the system behaves. Active Eco softens throttle response to stretch a tank, and Sport sharpens it when you need to merge into moving traffic on I-71. LX, EX and SX models ride on 16-inch wheels and earn the lineup’s highest ratings at an EPA-estimated 53 MPG city and 54 MPG highway.
Every Kia Niro gives you Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™ and Kia Drive Wise® safety technology, including Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist and Lane Keeping Assist. Your phone connects wirelessly on the 8.0-inch touchscreen and by cable on the 10.25-inch navigation screen, and the Niro keeps watch on the lane beside you while you merge onto I-71.
What changes from one Niro to the next is how much comfort equipment rides along with you.
All five trims share the same hybrid powertrain. Moving up the lineup adds screen size, heated and ventilated seats, premium audio and parking tech, and the Touring trims switch to 18-inch wheels. Here’s a quick overview of how to narrow it down:
| Trim | EPA-Estimated MPG | Comfort Features | Driver-Assist Features | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Niro LX | 53 city / 54 hwy* | 8.0-inch touchscreen, cloth seat trim, dual-zone automatic climate control | Rear-view camera with dynamic guidelines, Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning | Daily commuters stacking up outerbelt miles who want the essentials covered |
| Kia Niro EX | 53 city / 54 hwy* | Heated front seats, wireless phone charger, 10.25-inch navigation touchscreen, rain-sensing wipers | Highway Driving Assist, rear parking sensors, Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control | Families who want warm seats and built-in navigation for weekend trips |
| Kia Niro EX Touring | 53 city / 45 hwy* | Everything on EX plus power sunroof, power-folding side mirrors, 18-inch alloy wheels | Highway Driving Assist, rear parking sensors, Driver Attention Warning | Shoppers who want a sunroof and bigger wheels without the top-trim equipment |
| Kia Niro SX | 53 city / 54 hwy* | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, Harman Kardon® audio, power liftgate, driver’s seat memory settings | Front and rear parking sensors, Digital Key 2.0 Touch, auto-dimming rear-view mirror | Drivers who want premium comfort and sound on every drive |
| Kia Niro SX Touring | 53 city / 45 hwy* | Everything on SX plus power sunroof, LED projection headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels | Front and rear parking sensors, Highway Driving Assist, Safe Exit Warning | Shoppers who want the fully loaded Niro with sharper exterior styling |
The Kia Niro LX makes sense if the SUV is mainly a commuter and you want Kia Drive Wise safety technology without paying for equipment you won’t use. Step up to the EX for heated front seats, a wireless charging pad, and the 10.25-inch navigation touchscreen.
The Kia Niro EX Touring is the pick when a sunroof matters more to you than cooled seats and premium sound. The SX goes the other direction, adding a heated steering wheel, ventilated front seats, Harman Kardon audio, and front parking sensors that earn their keep in a tight Short North garage.
Kia Niro SX Touring stacks the sunroof and LED projection headlights on top of everything the SX carries, so it fits shoppers who would rather not choose. One note before you commit: both Touring trims ride on 18-inch wheels, which trade highway mileage for the wider footprint.
Cargo room stays the same no matter which trim you pick: 22.8 cubic feet behind the second row, and 63.7 cubic feet once you fold it, enough for a family loading kayaks for a Saturday at Alum Creek State Park.
Use the filters above this text to narrow the Kia Niro listings before you visit. Inventory updates as vehicles arrive and sell, so what you see reflects the current lot.
Sort order to rank results by newest arrival, lowest mileage or best matchr
Open any listing to pull up the full equipment list and photos of that specific vehicle. That comparison is easy to do from a bench at Polaris Fashion Place, not only at a desk.
Start your financing online before you visit our Kia dealership. The online financtakes a few minutes, and the finance team works with Kia Finance America along with credit unions serving Franklin County.
How long you plan to keep the vehicle usually decides the structure. Leasing suits drivers who prefer a shorter commitment and a predictable amount due at signing, which appeals to Ohio State University staff and graduate students who move often. Financing makes more sense if you intend to keep the Kia Niro well past the loan, and Kia covers the hybrid battery for 10 years or 100,000 miles.
Have a vehicle to trade? Submit it for an online appraisal and apply the value directly to your Kia Niro.
FAQs
Yes, at an EPA-estimated 53 MPG city, higher than its highway rating. Regenerative braking recaptures energy every time you slow down, and Idle Stop and Go shuts the engine off at red lights instead of burning fuel.
About 22.8 cubic feet behind the rear seats, with more available once you fold the 60/40 split-folding second row. Kia shaped the rear hatch opening squarely rather than sloping it, which is why a compact crossover this efficient still swallows full-size luggage.
Setting a budget helps narrow your search and ensures you consider costs like insurance, fuel, and maintenance. This step keeps your shopping focused on vehicles that fit your financial plan.**
Germain Kia of Columbus has the Kia Niro for sale near Columbus, Grove City, and Dublin, along with anyone planning an efficient weekend run dos. Contact us to get started!
* MPG: Based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle’s condition. For more information, please see www.fueleconomy.gov.
2026 Niro Hybrid LX is rated at an EPA-estimated 53/54/53 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
2026 Niro Hybrid EX is rated at an EPA-estimated 53/54/53 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
2026 Niro Hybrid SX is rated at an EPA-estimated 53/54/53 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
2026 Niro Hybrid SX Touring (shown) is rated at an EPA-estimated 53/45/49 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
**Source: Kelley Blue Book