“It's a great car but it would be worth it to upgrade the sound system. The speakers could be upgraded and adding a small subwoofer would help.”
2024 Kia Niro EV: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2024 Kia Niro EV is a light equipment update, led by a dual-level cargo floor becoming standard on both trims. Everything else carries over without major changes.
About the 2024 Kia Niro EV
2nd generation (introduced for 2023), second model year
Kia positions the Niro EV as a compact, practical electric crossover for commuting and everyday family use. Its core strengths are a 253-mile EPA-estimated range, useful hatchback cargo space, straightforward dual displays, broad standard driver assistance, and familiar front-wheel-drive road manners. The model emphasizes efficiency, passenger comfort, cargo flexibility, and approachable technology rather than sports-car acceleration or off-road capability.
The Wind is the everyday-focused version, with heated front seats, dual 10.25-inch displays, wireless phone charging, and a power liftgate. The more feature-rich Wave adds ventilated front seats, premium Harman Kardon audio, the ability to power external electronics, more advanced highway assistance, and automated parking. Both use the same 64.8-kWh battery and front motor and have a 253-mile EPA-estimated range.
What changed, by category
Structural
A dual-level cargo floor became standard on both Wind and Wave, letting the cargo-area floor sit at two different heights.
2024 Kia Niro EV specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric Motor | Electric Motor |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | Single-Speed Reduction Gear |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 204 hp | 204 hp |
| Torque | 188 lb-ft | 188 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1653 lb | 1653 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 63.7 cu-ft | 63.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 253 | 253 |
| MPGe Combined | 113 | 113 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Heated Mirrors | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2024 Kia Niro EV compared with the 2023 model?
The only announced change is a standard dual-level cargo floor on both Wind and Wave. The powertrain, range, charging, exterior design, safety systems, infotainment, suspension, and structure otherwise carry over.
Did the 2024 Kia Niro EV gain more driving range?
No. The 2024 Niro EV keeps the same EPA-estimated 253-mile range as the prior year, along with the same 64.8-kWh battery and 150-kW front motor.
Is the dual-level cargo floor standard on every 2024 Niro EV?
Yes. The dual-level cargo floor is standard on both 2024 Niro EV trims, Wind and Wave.
Which 2024 Kia Niro EV trim has more comfort and driver-assistance features?
The Wave has the richer equipment list. It adds ventilated front seats, driver-seat memory, premium Harman Kardon audio, the ability to power external electronics, more advanced highway assistance, and automated parking while keeping the same range and motor as the Wind.
2024 Kia Niro EV Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Kia Niro EV.
4.0
2024 Kia Niro EV
(40 reviews)
“it is very satisfying to drive (and quiet), a great value and has outstanding safety features and other driving technology.”
“- Need unlock button by the charging door.- Driver's seat should have manual adjustments since no memory for setting.- Don't need power liftgate/button on this trim level (Wind).- EV screens need info regarding recent charge session including duration, kWh provided, avg. and peak charging rate.- Kia Connect app tracking of drive history is inaccurate.- City data provided (along w/ temperature) is very outdated.”