The Italian market gets this unique version of the Niro. It's the first full hybrid that can use LPG in Italy. The car has three fuel systems: a 42-liter gas tank, a 40-liter LPG tank under the cargo floor, and a 1.32-kWh battery.
Kia says this setup lets the Niro Tri-Fuel drive about 1,600 kilometers before needing to refuel. That's a lot farther than most electric cars can go, and even beats many diesel vehicles without trying to save fuel.
The car's engine is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder that makes 90 hp. An electric motor adds 43 hp. Together, they put out 126 hp and 265 Nm of torque. Drivers can switch between gas and LPG with a button near the start/stop button.
Using LPG cuts CO2 emissions by 6% compared to the regular hybrid. Kia has partnered with BRC, part of Westport Fuel Systems Italia, for the LPG system.
The Niro Tri-Fuel costs €2,000 more than the regular model. But Kia says drivers can save up to €5,000 on fuel over time. Prices start at €34,450 for the base model and go up to €39,200 for the top trim.
Source: Kia
