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The 2018 Kia Niro is a subcompact SUV manufactured by Kia Motors. The Kia Niro was introduced in the 2017 model year. The 2018 Kia Niro’s main competitors are the Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3, and Toyota C-HR.
In this article, we will explore the towing capacity of the 2018 Kia Niro.
How much can the 2018 Kia Niro tow?
The 2018 Kia Niro has a towing capacity of 1,500 pounds, when properly equipped.
Please note, the towing capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s towing capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2018 Kia Niro Payload Capacity
The 2018 Kia Niro has a payload capacity of 1,000 pounds.
As with towing capacity, payload capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain, and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s payload capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2018 Kia Niro Tow Package
No, the 2018 Kia Niro does not come with a tow package. However, one can be added as an accessory through your local dealership. The 2018 Kia Niro tow package includes a trailer hitch receiver, wiring harness, and ball mount.
Towing Capacity By Engine and Drivetrain
The 2018 Kia Niro is powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine that produces 139 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard.
1.6L 4-Cylinder Engine Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds
Towing Capacity By Engine Type
The towing capacity of the 2018 Kia Niro will vary based on certain factors like engine, drivetrain and trim level. We’ve broken out the maximum towing capacities by engine below:
2018 Kia Niro LX Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds
2018 Kia Niro LXS Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds
2018 Kia Niro LXS Special Edition Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds
2018 Kia Niro Touring Special Edition Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds
2018 Kia Niro EX Premium Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds
Niro Towing Capacity vs Competitors
The 2018 Kia Niro has a towing capacity of 1,500 pounds. Here is how the 2018 Kia Niro’s towing capacity stacks up against some of its main competitors:
2018 Honda HR-V Towing Capacity- 1,500 pounds
2018 Mazda CX-3 Towing Capacity- 2,000 pounds
2018 Toyota C-HR Towing Capacity- 1,500 pounds
As you can see, the 2018 Kia Niro has a towing capacity that is on par with its main competitors.
2018 Kia Towing Chart
| Model | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 2018 Kia Telluride | 5,000 |
| 2018 Kia Carnival | 3,500 |
| 2018 Kia Sorento | 3,500 |
| 2018 Kia Sportage | 2,500 |
| 2018 Kia Niro | 1,500 |
| 2018 Kia Seltos | 2,000 |
| 2018 Kia Soul | 2,000 |
Source: https://www.kia.com/us/en/niro