
2023 Honda Civic e:HEV v Kia Niro Hybrid comparison
Toyota's stronghold on the hybrid market means other brands are overlooked. The Civic e:HEV and Niro HEV are both compelling, if exxy options.
The Civic VTi-LX and e:HEV LX are available in the following finishes:
The Type R is available in the following finishes:
The Kia Niro is a comfortable and cute crossover, but at over $70,000 it's up against some tough competition.
William Stopford
The hybrid-powered Honda Civic hatch is a lovely thing to drive, efficient and thoughtful in its design – it just costs too much.
Matt Campbell
Type | ||
PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | TURBO | |
Size (cc) | ||
1580 | 1996 | |
Size (L) | ||
1.6L | 2.0L | |
Cylinders | ||
4 | 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
104kW - 150kW | 235kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5700 - 6000 | 6500 | |
Torque | ||
255Nm - 265Nm | 420Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
4000 | 2600 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
- | - |