The Kia Niro is a solid entry in the brand's American lineup, if not exactly popular. In the brand's recently published June 2026 sales results, Niro found just 2,048 buyers during the month. That was still up slightly from the same period last year, but it's well behind the company's bestseller, the Sportage. To spice things up a bit, Kia is rolling out a minor refresh that brings it more in line with its SUV siblings. - Base Trim Engine - 1.6L I4 Hybrid - Base Trim Transmission - 6-speed auto-shift manual - Base Trim Drivetrain - Front-Wheel Drive - Base Trim Horsepower - 103.5 HP @5700 RPM - Base Trim Torque - 106.3 lb.-ft. @ 4000 RPM - Base Trim Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined) - 53/54/53 MPG - Base Trim Battery Type - Lithium polymer (LiPo) - Make - Kia - Model - Niro - Segment - Compact SUV - Base Trim Battery Capacity - 1.3 kWh What can you expect on the 2027 Kia Niro? It's small but effective with lighting updates on the outside, and a revised interior with some tech updates. Let's dive in for a closer look. . "For the new model year, we’ve made meaningful investments across several areas of the vehicle to further enhance the ownership experience and ensure Niro remains a compelling choice for years to come." - Orth Hedrick, executive director for product planning, Kia North America A Closer Look At The 2027 Niro The refreshed Niro's exterior styling changes are predominantly at the front and rear. The nose has a more chiseled appearance that fits better with the brand's other SUVs, such as the Sorento and Telluride. It adopts the company's Star Map signature lighting with upright, T-shaped elements in each lamp. Kia says the change is supposed to communicate "a