2022 Kia Niro TouringFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Small Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
2022 Kia Niro Touring

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City
46
MPG
Highway
40
MPG
Combined
43
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

40.6MPG average-5.6% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 43 MPG · Owner reported avg: 40.6 MPG

Driving mix: City 50% / Highway 50%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 40.6 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 43 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AM-S6)
Regular Hybrid
City
46
Hwy
40
Comb
43
Fuel cost: $1,550/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,550

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$4,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 8/10
GHG Score: 8/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
208 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
6.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
1.6L 4-cyl
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Wagon

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
1.6L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
SIDI; Hybrid
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$1,566/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,078/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,356/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,443/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,577/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,573/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$1,950/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,611/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,515/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,552/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 43 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems28 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 28 owner complaints for the 2022 Kia Niro Touring. Top reported issues include electrical system, power train and advanced safety (adas). The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
10
Power Train
5
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
4
Engine
4
Visibility / Wipers
2
Brakes
2
Speed Control
2
Seat Belts
1

2022 Kia Niro Touring problems by category: Electrical System: 10 complaints, Power Train: 5 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 4 complaints, Engine: 4 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 2 complaints, Brakes: 2 complaints, Speed Control: 2 complaints, Seat Belts: 1 complaints.

6
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
1
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Power TrainFiled: 01/30/2025ODI#11639695
I bought my 2022 Kia Niro EV new in 2022, and around 40,000 miles, I had a problem with the reduction motor so I replaced it, shortly after that I had a problem with the wheel so I replaced a part cal…
Electrical SystemFiled: 10/12/2024ODI#11619465
I received a recall notice for my 2022 Kia Niro EV regarding the safety plugs of the high-voltage battery. I have now scheduled three different appointments with Kia of Lincolnwood to perform this rec…
Power TrainFiled: 02/04/2022ODI#11450489
When the KIA is shifted into "park", it will sometimes roll forward or backwards until the brakes are applied by the driver. This doesn't happen all the time and we have not figured out a way to pred…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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