Owner guide · Michigan City Kia · Michigan City, IN
What Engine Does the Kia Niro Have?
Engine, combined horsepower and torque, transmission and drivetrain for every 2027 Niro trim, from Kia's compare trims and specs page on kia.com and the Niro Hybrid owner's manual, plus the Niro EV's electric motor.
1.6L4-cylinder hybrid, every 2027 trim
139 hpcombined horsepower
195 lb.-ft.combined torque
201 hp2026 Niro EV motor
What engine is in the 2027 Kia Niro?
Kia.com lists a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with Kia's full parallel hybrid system on every 2027 Niro trim, rated at 139 hp and 195 lb.-ft. combined, with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive. The 2026 Niro EV is all-electric; kia.com lists its electric motor at 201 hp and 188 lb.-ft.
2027 Niro engine by trim
Every 2027 Niro trim on kia.com uses the same hybrid powertrain: a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with Kia's full parallel hybrid system, a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.
| Trim | Engine | Combined output | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 1.6L 4-cylinder hybrid | 139 hp, 195 lb.-ft. | 6-speed dual-clutch | Front-wheel drive |
| S | 1.6L 4-cylinder hybrid | 139 hp, 195 lb.-ft. | 6-speed dual-clutch | Front-wheel drive |
| EX | 1.6L 4-cylinder hybrid | 139 hp, 195 lb.-ft. | 6-speed dual-clutch | Front-wheel drive |
| SX | 1.6L 4-cylinder hybrid | 139 hp, 195 lb.-ft. | 6-speed dual-clutch | Front-wheel drive |
| SX Touring | 1.6L 4-cylinder hybrid | 139 hp, 195 lb.-ft. | 6-speed dual-clutch | Front-wheel drive |
From Kia's 2027 Niro compare trims and specs page on kia.com (Engine Type, Combined Drivetrain Horsepower, Combined Drivetrain Torque, transmission and Layout lines), read November 9, 2026.
Niro engine specifications
| Specification | 2027 Niro |
|---|---|
| Engine type | 1.6-liter 4-cylinder and full parallel hybrid system |
| Displacement | 1,580 cc |
| Valve train | DOHC, 16-valve |
| Valve timing | Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) |
| Fuel delivery | Gasoline direct injection (GDI) |
| Combined horsepower | 139 hp |
| Combined torque | 195 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | 6-speed dual-clutch automatic |
| Fuel tank | 11.1 gal. |
| Fuel requirement | Regular unleaded, 87 octane or higher |
From Kia's 2027 Niro compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Kia.com lists the horsepower and torque as combined drivetrain figures for the engine and hybrid system together.
The Niro Hybrid owner's manual names the engine the Smartstream G1.6 GDi HEV and lists these details:
| Item | Smartstream G1.6 GDi HEV |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 96.4 cu in (1,580 cc) |
| Bore x stroke | 2.83 x 3.81 in (72.0 x 97.0 mm) |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 (inline) |
From the Engine section of the 2027 Kia Niro Hybrid owner's manual (ownersmanual.kia.com, code SG2, read November 9, 2026).
What about the Niro EV?
The Niro EV is all-electric. Kia.com lists the 2026 Niro EV Wind and Wave with a permanent magnet synchronous electric motor rated at 201 hp and 188 lb.-ft. (SAE), a 64.8 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery and front-wheel drive. Kia.com lists an EPA-estimated range of 253 miles for both trims.
| Specification | 2027 Niro (hybrid) | 2026 Niro EV |
|---|---|---|
| Power source | 1.6L 4-cylinder and full parallel hybrid system | Permanent magnet synchronous motor |
| Horsepower | 139 hp combined | 201 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb.-ft. combined | 188 lb.-ft. |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
From Kia's 2027 Niro and 2026 Niro EV compare trims and specs pages on kia.com, read November 9, 2026.
Niro driving features
Drive Mode Select
Kia.com lists Drive Mode Select as standard on every 2027 Niro trim.
Regenerative braking
Every 2027 Niro has regenerative braking. Kia.com lists steering-wheel-mounted paddles to adjust it as standard on the EX, SX and SX Touring, and not available on the LX and S.
Regular fuel
Kia.com lists regular unleaded, 87 octane or higher, for every 2027 Niro trim, with an 11.1-gallon fuel tank.
From Kia's 2027 Niro compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 9, 2026.
Comparing room or height? See our Niro cargo space guide and Niro ground clearance guide. For an oil change, see Kia oil change in Michigan City.
Michigan City Kia sales hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. |
| Friday | 9 a.m.-7 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. |
Sales hours as listed on Michigan City Kia's website, November 9, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Kia Niro engine questions
What engine does the 2027 Kia Niro have?
Kia.com lists a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder (1,580 cc) with Kia's full parallel hybrid system on all five 2027 Niro trims: LX, S, EX, SX and SX Touring. The owner's manual calls it the Smartstream G1.6 GDi HEV.
How much horsepower does the Kia Niro have?
Kia.com lists 139 hp and 195 lb.-ft. of combined drivetrain output for every 2027 Niro trim. The 2026 Niro EV's electric motor is rated at 201 hp and 188 lb.-ft.
What transmission does the Kia Niro use?
Kia.com lists a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission as standard on every 2027 Niro trim.
Is the Kia Niro all-wheel drive?
No. Kia.com lists front-wheel drive on every 2027 Niro trim and on the 2026 Niro EV.
What fuel does the Kia Niro take?
Kia.com lists regular unleaded, 87 octane or higher, for every 2027 Niro trim. The fuel tank holds 11.1 gallons.
Want to drive a Niro?
Michigan City Kia is at 710 E. US Hwy 20 in Michigan City, IN. Ask us about comparing the Niro Hybrid and the Niro EV.
Sources
Engine type, displacement, valve train, valve timing, fuel delivery, combined horsepower and torque, transmission, drive modes, regenerative braking, fuel tank, fuel requirement and layout by trim are from Kia's 2027 Niro compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Niro EV motor, battery, range and layout are from Kia's 2026 Niro EV compare trims and specs page. Engine name, bore and stroke, firing order and cylinder count are from the 2027 Kia Niro Hybrid owner's manual (code SG2). Address and hours are from Michigan City Kia's own website. Image: Kia America.
- 2027 Niro compare trims and specs: engine, combined horsepower and torque, transmission, layout, drive modes, regenerative braking, fuel, image, Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2026 Niro EV compare trims and specs: motor type, horsepower, torque, battery, range, layout, Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Kia owner's manual (SG2, Niro Hybrid): Engine (Smartstream G1.6 GDi HEV, displacement, bore x stroke, firing order, cylinders), Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Kia owner's manual (SG2): Dimensions (wheelbase 107.1 in., matches the Niro), Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- Address and sales hours (structured data), Michigan City Kia, November 9, 2026
