Owner guide · Michigan City Kia · Michigan City, IN
How Much Does a Kia Niro Weigh, and Can It Tow?
Curb weight and gross weight for the 2027 Niro from kia.com, plus the gross vehicle weight rating, load capacity, towing guidance and weight terms from Kia's 2027 Niro Hybrid owner's manual. The labels on your own vehicle are the final word.
3,208-3,362 lbcurb weight, every 2027 trim
4,255 lbgross weight
860 lbvehicle capacity weight, 5 seats
Not recommendedtrailer towing, per Kia's manual
What does a 2027 Kia Niro weigh?
Kia.com lists a curb weight of 3,208 to 3,362 lb. and a gross weight of 4,255 lb. for every 2027 Niro trim, from the LX to the SX Touring. The owner's manual lists a vehicle capacity weight of 860 lb. for occupants and cargo, and Kia does not recommend using the Niro for trailer towing.
2027 Niro curb weight and gross weight
Kia.com lists the same curb weight and gross weight for all five 2027 Niro trims. Every one uses the 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with Kia's full parallel hybrid system, and kia.com lists seating for 5.
| Trim | Curb weight | Gross weight |
|---|---|---|
| LX | 3,208-3,362 lb. | 4,255 lb. |
| S | 3,208-3,362 lb. | 4,255 lb. |
| EX | 3,208-3,362 lb. | 4,255 lb. |
| SX | 3,208-3,362 lb. | 4,255 lb. |
| SX Touring | 3,208-3,362 lb. | 4,255 lb. |
From Kia's 2027 Niro compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Kia.com prints the curb weight in its minimum/maximum field as 3,362 / 3,208 lb.; the range shown here is the same two numbers, low to high.
Niro gross vehicle weight rating and load capacity
The 2027 Niro Hybrid owner's manual lists a gross vehicle weight of 4,255 lb (1,930 kg) with either the 16-inch or the 18-inch wheel, for the Smartstream G1.6 GDi HEV powertrain. That is the same 4,255 lb. gross weight kia.com lists.
| Rating | 2027 Niro Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Gross vehicle weight, 16-inch wheel | 4,255 lb (1,930 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight, 18-inch wheel | 4,255 lb (1,930 kg) |
| Vehicle capacity weight (occupants plus cargo), 5 seats | 860 lb (390 kg) |
| Seating capacity | 5 (2 front, 3 rear) |
From the Gross vehicle weight and Vehicle load limit sections of the 2027 Kia Niro Hybrid owner's manual (ownersmanual.kia.com, code SG2, read November 9, 2026).
Vehicle capacity weight is the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo. The manual notes that seating capacity may be reduced based on the weight of all the occupants and the cargo you are carrying or towing, and that cargo capacity goes up or down with the number and weight of occupants.
Can a Kia Niro tow a trailer?
No. The towing capacity line in the Vehicle load limit section of the 2027 Niro Hybrid owner's manual says: "We do not recommend using this vehicle for trailer towing." Kia.com's 2027 Niro compare trims and specs page does not list a towing capacity for any trim.
If you need to tow, Kia.com lists a towing capacity for the Sorento; see our Kia Sorento towing guide.
From the Vehicle load limit section of the 2027 Kia Niro Hybrid owner's manual (ownersmanual.kia.com, code SG2, read November 9, 2026), and Kia's 2027 Niro and Sorento compare trims and specs pages on kia.com, read November 9, 2026.
Kia weight terms explained
| Term | What Kia's manual says it means |
|---|---|
| Base curb weight | The weight of the vehicle with a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo or optional equipment. |
| Vehicle curb weight | The weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from the dealer, plus any aftermarket equipment. |
| Cargo weight | All weight added to the base curb weight, including cargo and optional equipment. |
| GVW (gross vehicle weight) | Base curb weight plus the actual cargo weight plus the weight of all passengers. |
| GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) | The maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle, including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo. |
| GAW / GAWR (gross axle weight / rating) | The total weight on each axle, and the maximum allowable weight a single axle can carry. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR. |
From the Vehicle weight section of the 2027 Kia Niro Hybrid owner's manual (ownersmanual.kia.com, code SG2, read November 9, 2026).
Where to find the numbers for your Niro
Tire and loading information label
On the driver side door sill. It lists the original tire size, the recommended cold tire pressures, the number of people the vehicle can carry and the vehicle capacity weight.
Certification label
On the driver side door sill at the center pillar (Kia's Vehicle weight section says driver side or front passenger side). It shows the GVWR and the front and rear GAWR for your exact vehicle.
Weigh before you load
Kia says you can calculate the weight of your load by weighing the items (and people) before putting them in the vehicle. Exceeding the GVWR or GAWR can cause an accident or damage to the vehicle.
From the Vehicle load limit, Certification label and Vehicle weight sections of the 2027 Kia Niro Hybrid owner's manual (ownersmanual.kia.com, code SG2, read November 9, 2026).
For room inside, see our Niro cargo space guide, and for height off the road, our Niro ground clearance guide.
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 weight and towing questions
How much does a 2027 Kia Niro weigh?
Kia.com lists a curb weight of 3,208 to 3,362 lb. for every 2027 Niro trim, given as a minimum/maximum range.
What is the Kia Niro gross vehicle weight?
The 2027 Niro Hybrid owner's manual lists a gross vehicle weight of 4,255 lb (1,930 kg) with either the 16-inch or 18-inch wheel. Your exact rating is on the certification label.
What is the Kia Niro towing capacity?
Kia does not give one. The 2027 Niro Hybrid owner's manual says: "We do not recommend using this vehicle for trailer towing."
How much weight can a Kia Niro carry?
The manual lists a vehicle capacity weight, the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo, of 860 lb (390 kg) with 5 seats.
Where do I find my Niro's exact weight ratings?
Kia's manual points to two labels: the tire and loading information label on the driver side door sill (seating and vehicle capacity weight) and the certification label on the driver side door sill at the center pillar (GVWR and GAWR). The Vehicle weight section also says the certification label can be on the front passenger side door.
Want to see a Niro in person?
Visit Michigan City Kia at 710 E. US Hwy 20 in Michigan City, IN, and check the door labels on the exact vehicle you are considering.
Sources
Curb weight, gross weight, engine and seating by trim are from Kia's 2027 Niro compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Gross vehicle weight, vehicle capacity weight, seating capacity, towing guidance, label locations and weight terms 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: curb weight, gross weight, engine, seating, image, Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Kia owner's manual (SG2, Niro Hybrid): Gross vehicle weight, Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Kia owner's manual (SG2): Vehicle load limit (vehicle capacity weight, seating, towing capacity), Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Kia owner's manual (SG2): Certification label (GVWR, GAWR, overloading), Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Kia owner's manual (SG2): Vehicle weight (weight terms, overloading), Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Kia owner's manual (SG2): Dimensions (wheelbase 107.1 in., Niro Hybrid manual KIA-SG2-HEV), Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Sorento compare trims and specs: towing capacity, Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- Address and sales hours (structured data), Michigan City Kia, November 9, 2026
