Does the 2021 Kia Niro need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LX FWD.
- All 8 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $144 more a year.
- 60% of 5 wagons (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more. Electric miles 50%.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 50 | $768 | $912 |
| LXS FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 49 | $784 | $931 |
| Touring FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 43 | $893 | $1,060 |
| Plug-in Hybrid LXS FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 46 | $417 | $496 |
| Touring Special Edition FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 49 | $784 | $931 |
| EX Premium FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 49 | $784 | $931 |
| Plug-in Hybrid EX FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 46 | $417 | $496 |
| Plug-in Hybrid EX Premium FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 46 | $417 | $496 |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree