2025 Kia Niro EV Wind & Wave Prices and Features Announced

Kia America announced the pricing for its 2025 Niro EV and provided a list of its specifications.

The Niro EV is an all-electric crossover known for blending efficiency, advanced technology, and compatibility with DC fast-charging stations. With a 64.8 kWh battery, the new Niro EV delivers an EPA-estimated 253 miles of range, offering a compelling option for drivers looking to balance performance with environmental responsibility.

Tech features are expected to appeal to tech-savvy commuters.

The 2025 model comes with new features. Rear seatbelt pre-tensioners are now standard on all trims, and the Wave trim includes Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA-R) with Parallel Exit, part of Kia’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) suite.

Kia’s Niro EV lineup is priced as follows:

Niro EV Wind-$39,600
Niro EV Wave: $44,600
(*Prices exclude $1,375 destination fee*)

Key updates for the 2025 Niro EV include

*For all trims:*
– Standard rear seatbelt pre-tensioners

For Niro EV Wind:
– A larger, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
– Rotary dial transmission controller

  • For Niro EV Wave:
    Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist – Rear (BCA-R)
    10-way power front passenger seat
    Head-Up Display (HUD)
    HomeLink® button on the rearview mirror
    Available features: Parking Collision Avoidance – Rear (PCA-R) and Remote Smart Park Assist
2025 Kia Niro EV Specifications
Engine WIND WAVE
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Voltage (V) 358V 358V
Horsepower (ps @ rpm) 204 ps @ 6,000-9,000 rpm 204 ps @ 6,000-9,000 rpm
Horsepower (kw @ rpm) 150 kW @ 6,000-9,000 rpm 150 kW @ 6,000-9,000 rpm
Torque (kg.m @ rpm) 26 kg.m @ 0-6,000 rpm 26 kg.m @ 0-6,000 rpm
Torque (Nm @ rpm) 255 Nm @ 0-6,000 rpm 255 Nm @ 0-6,000 rpm
Final Gear ratio (Constant) 10.65:1 10.65:1
Electrical System WIND WAVE
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery (LIB) Lithium Ion Battery (LIB)
Battery Voltage (V) 358 V 358 V
Battery Capacity (kWh) 180.9 Ah 180.9 Ah
Battery Power (kW) 64.8 kWh (358V) 64.8 kWh (358V)
Cell-level energy density (Wh/kg) 253 Wh/kg 253 Wh/kg
Pack-level energy density (Wh/kg) 146.3 Wh/kg 146.3 Wh/kg
Weight (kg) 443 kg 443 kg
Volume (ℓ) 289 ℓ 289 ℓ
12V Battery
Battery Capacity (Ah) 60 Ah 60 Ah
Charging WIND WAVE
On Board Charger (OBC) power (kW) 11 kW 11 kW
AC normal charge (100%)
In Cable Control Box – 120V (hour) 57h 5 m 57h 5 m
Electric Vehicle Supply (hour)
7 kW 9h 5 m 9h 5 m
11 kW 6h 5m 6h 5m
DC Fast Charge (80%)
50 kW (minute) 65 min 65 min
100 kW (minute) 45 min 45 min
350 kW (minute) 43 min 43 min
Drivetrain WIND WAVE
Transmission Type 1-speed transmission 1-speed transmission
Dynamic Performance WIND WAVE
Max speed (kph) 167 kph 167 kph
Acceleration Performance (sec)
0 – 100 kph 7.8 7.8
30 – 70 kph 2.9 2.9
60 – 100 kph 3.8 3.8
80 – 120 kph 5.0 5.0
Brake Performance (ft.)
100 – 0 kph 135 ft. 135 ft.
Exterior Dimensions WIND WAVE
Wheelbase (in.) 107.0 in. 107.0 in.
Length (in.) 174.0 in. 174.0 in.
Width (in.) 71.8 in. 71.8 in.
Height (in.) 61.8 in. 61.8 in.
Track, front/rear (in.) 61.9 in. / 62.2 in. 61.9 in. / 62.2 in.
Overhang, front/rear (in.) 35.2 in. / 31.7 in. 35.2 in. / 31.7 in.
Min. ground clearance (in.) 6.0 in. 6.0 in.
Approach angle (degree) 15.7 15.7
Departure angle (degree) 26.8 26.8
Interior Dimensions WIND WAVE
Head room
Front (in.) 40.5 in. 40.5 in.
Rear (in.) 38.1 in. 38.1 in.
Leg room
Front (in.) 41.5 in. 41.5 in.
Rear (in.) 36.9 in. 36.9 in.
Shoulder room
Front (in.) 56.3 in. 56.3 in.
Rear (in.) 55.4 in. 55.4 in.
Hip room
Front (in.) 53.3 in. 53.3 in.
Rear (in.) 52.7 in. 52.7 in.
Luggage capacity, 2nd row seats upright, with under stray (including tray capacity) (SAE, cu. ft.) 22.8 cu. ft. 22.8 cu. ft.
Luggage capacity, 2nd row seats folded, with under tray (including tray capacity) (SAE, cu. ft.) 63.7 cu. ft. 63.7 cu. ft.
Luggage capacity, passenger volume (SAE cu. ft.) 99.7 cu. ft. 99.7 cu. ft.
Chassis/Suspension WIND WAVE
Front suspension McPherson type suspension McPherson type suspension
Rear suspension Multi-link Multi-link
Shock absorber Twin-tube Twin-tube
Steering WIND WAVE
Type / Power source Motor driven power steering (MDPS) Motor driven power steering (MDPS)
Steering ratio 13.3 :1 13.3 :1
Turns, lock-to-lock 2.66 2.66
Minimum turning circle radius (m) 5.3 m 5.3 m
Brakes WIND WAVE
Brake type Integrated Electric Booster (IEB) Integrated Electric Booster (IEB)
Type front/rear Ventilated Disc / Solid Disc Ventilated Disc / Solid Disc
Size (in.) front/rear 16.0 in. / 15.0 in. 16.0 in. / 15.0 in.
Parking brake type Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
Wheels/Tires WIND WAVE
Wheel size (in.) 7.0J x 17 Alloy 7.0J x 17 Alloy
Tire size P215/55R17 P215/55R17
Spare Tire Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
Curb Weight WIND WAVE
Minimum Curb Weight (lbs.) 3,721 lbs. 3,721 lbs.
Maximum Curb Weight (lbs.) 3,803 lbs. 3,803 lbs.
GVWR WIND WAVE
GVWR (lbs.) 4,784 lbs. 4,784 lbs.
Energy Efficiency WIND WAVE
All Electric Range (miles) 253 miles 253 miles
MPGe 113 MPGe 113 MPGe