2017 Kia Niro vs 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

Toyota may be known as the leader in hybrid technology but Kia is giving Toyota a run for its money with its all-new 2017 Kia Niro. This hybrid utility vehicle is giving customers an option to have a off-road themed crossover with astonishing fuel-efficiency. The new Niro is making a big impact in the hybrid market and this comparison of the 2017 Kia Niro vs 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid shows just how revolutionary and amazing the all-new Niro crossover hybrid is.

The 2017 Niro is powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and with an electric motor the total output is 146 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. The electric motor is powered by a lithium-ion battery pack that is mounted underneath the backseat. The Kia Niro has a fuel economy that is more comparable to the Toyota Prius with an estimated 50 mpg combined the Niro is far above the 2017 RAV4 Hybrids 32 mpg combined.