The 2026 Kia Niro is 174″ long, 71.7″ wide and 61.8″ tall on a 107.1″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,466 lb. At 14.5 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3.5 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Kia Niro generation, measured
The biggest change came in 2023: the new car was 2.3″ longer and 300 lb heavier than the 2017–2022 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–2022 | 171.7″ | 70.9″ | 60.6″ | 106.3″ | 3,166 lb |
| 2023–2026 | 174″ | 71.7″ | 61.8″ | 107.1″ | 3,466 lb |
Niro year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 174″ | 71.7″ | 107.1″ | 3 | |
| 2025 | 174″ | 71.7″ | 107.1″ | 3 | |
| 2024 | 174″ | 71.7″ | 107.1″ | 3 | |
| 2023 | 174″ | 71.7″ | 107.1″ | 3 | |
| 2022 | 171.7″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 3 | |
| 2021 | 171.7″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 3 | |
| 2020 | 171.7″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 3 | |
| 2019 | 171.7″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 2 | |
| 2018 | 171.7″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2017 | 171.7″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 1 |
Niro on the used market
In 254 Niro listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2017–2022 car is the most common: 135 of them (53%), at an average asking price of $12,510. The current 2023–2026 car averages $21,991. ForCar visitors have decoded 115 Niro VINs; the most checked model years are 2023, 2024 and 2026.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2026 | 119 | 47% | $21,991 | 32,588 mi |
| 2017–2022 | 135 | 53% | $12,510 | 106,058 mi |
Will a Niro fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 14.5 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 14.5 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 832 cars within 10″ of its length, the Niro has a longer wheelbase than 83%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 832 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 71.7″ | 70.5″ | +1.2″ |
| Wheelbase | 107.1″ | 103.1″ | +4.0″ |
| Curb weight | 3,466 lb | 3,221 lb | +245 lb |
Niro against its rivals
Next to the Subaru Impreza, Buick Envista and Nissan ARIYA, the Niro is the shortest of the four.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Niro (this car) | 2026 | 174″ | 71.7″ | 3,466 lb |
| Subaru Impreza | 2026 | 176″ | 70.1″ | 3,247 lb |
| Buick Envista | 2026 | 182.7″ | 71.7″ | 3,073 lb |
| Nissan ARIYA | 2026 | 183.1″ | 74.8″ | 4,321 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Niro bigger than the 2025?
No. The 2026 and 2025 Niro are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the Niro or the Subaru Impreza?
The 2026 Subaru Impreza is 2.0″ longer and 219 lb lighter than the 2026 Niro.
How much does a used Niro cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $12,510 for the 2017–2022 car to $21,991 for the 2023–2026 one, across 254 listings.
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