For a hybrid SUV, KIA Niro is a solid contender that delivers value, quality, and dependability
Automobiles users in Pakistan are delighted after spotting a fabulous fleet of KIA cars roaming the streets of Karachi. The entourage consisted of two sedans and two SUVs which were out on the roads for testing. The #WeAreUnstoppable wrapped vehicles, seen driving around Shahra-e-Faisal back and forth, quickly drove the social media into a frenzy. Since then, pictures and videos of the KIA entourage are being shared across different social media platforms.
It was easy to identify the four wrapped KIA cars from their stylish lights and unique body shape. The two sedans are the KIA Stinger and Cerato while the mid-sized SUV is a KIA Sorento and the compact-SUV is a KIA Niro; it appears as if KIA is ready to take on local competitors in the hybrid vehicles market.
Our philosophy sums up our entire purpose; Keep moving forward. We're here to own the road, we're here to drive ahead and we're here just for You! #WeAreUnstoppable pic.twitter.com/U2paEGxJIQ
— Kia Motors Pakistan (@KiaMotorsPK) November 26, 2020
While the car enthusiasts in Pakistan are keeping their hopes high, a number of people are also debating on the prices and fuel economy by comparing KIA’s machines with those of Toyota Indus Motor Company (IMC) and Honda Atlas.
Four cars are being spotted by many people, they are wrapped in #WeAreUnstoppable banner ???? Kya scene hai boss? pic.twitter.com/QYoChmudkC
— Imad Kazmi (@imadismm) November 25, 2020
Seeing KIA out on the roads and all wrapped up is amazing. And being a car lover i can say that it’s a very beautiful car #WeAreUnstoppable pic.twitter.com/HRaMRpIngy
— Muhammad Bilal (@itsbee009) November 25, 2020
For a hybrid SUV, KIA Niro is a solid contender that delivers value, quality, and dependability.
Hybrids are becoming increasingly popular and important in today's market and the Niro combines petrol/electric power with an attractive SUV style body that provides more room than the average family hatchback.
Engine
The new Niro features a Kappa 1.6GDI engine – a perfect match for the SUV’s hybrid system – that generates maximum output of 105 ps at 5,700 rpm and peak torque of 15.0 kg.m at 4,000 rpm. All told, the system offers a combined maximum output of 141 ps.
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In the international market, KIA Niro comes in several versions at several prices for the 2020 model year. Outside Pakistan, the Niro is available as a mild-hybrid, a Plug-In Hybrid that delivers good electric-only performance, and a fully electric version that has the excellent long-range performance. This strategy gives Niro customers the option to pick the version that makes the most sense for their needs.
Currently, Pakistan’s hybrid car market is being dominated by famous imports including Toyota Aqua, Prius and Honda Vezel.
Dubbed as the Big3, Honda, Toyota and Suzuki have ruled the automotive industry in the South Asian country for decades enjoying their monopoly with the constant increase in prices while the quality of their vehicles continues to decline over the years.
On the other hand, besides quality and safety measures, KIA has also focused on the latest features which were regularly ignored in Pakistan. The Korean automotive giant entered the market back in 2018 under the Yunus Brothers Group, also known as Lucky Group. KIA entered the local market with its renowned hatchback, Picanto. Since then, the car is giving a tough competition to its local and Japanese competitors in the 1000cc bracket.
In 2019 Pakistan Auto Parts Show (PAPS), KIA stole the limelight by displaying an array of jaw-dropping vehicles that included Grand Carnival, Rio, Sportage and Picanto.
Despite the fact that SUVs weren’t acceptable to the Pakistani market at one time, KIA’s flagship Sportage entered into the local market with style, making people switch from a midsize sedan to the compact/crossover SUV.
Since the end of 2019, rumours were rife that KIA is bringing its new variants to Pakistan. And, after the recent sighting in Karachi, it is expected that these new variants will soon be rolled out in the local market. If this happens anytime this year, KIA will be providing an exciting future the auto industry awaits in Pakistan.
Pakistani currency continues to gain against US Dollar and other currencies on April 18, 2024. US dollar was being quoted at 277.2 for buying and 280.3 for selling.
Euro comes down to 293 for buying and 296 for selling while British Pound stands at 342.25 for buying, and 345.65 for selling.
UAE Dirham AED was at 75.25 and Saudi Riyal's new rates was at 73.30.
Currency | Symbol | Buying | Selling |
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US Dollar | USD | 277.2 | 280.3 |
Euro | EUR | 293 | 296 |
UK Pound Sterling | GBP | 342.25 | 345.65 |
U.A.E Dirham | AED | 75.25 | 75.95 |
Saudi Riyal | SAR | 73.3 | 74.05 |
Australian Dollar | AUD | 181 | 182.8 |
Bahrain Dinar | BHD | 739.63 | 747.63 |
Canadian Dollar | CAD | 201 | 203 |
China Yuan | CNY | 38.45 | 38.85 |
Danish Krone | DKK | 40.45 | 40.85 |
Hong Kong Dollar | HKD | 35.57 | 35.92 |
Indian Rupee | INR | 3.32 | 3.43 |
Japanese Yen | JPY | 1.86 | 1.94 |
Kuwaiti Dinar | KWD | 902.26 | 912.91 |
Malaysian Ringgit | MYR | 58.24 | 59.52 |
New Zealand Dollar | NZD | 164.75 | 169.63 |
Norwegians Krone | NOK | 25.42 | 25.68 |
Omani Riyal | OMR | 722.1 | 730.1 |
Qatari Riyal | QAR | 76.37 | 77.05 |
Singapore Dollar | SGD | 206 | 208 |
Swedish Korona | SEK | 25.72 | 26.02 |
Swiss Franc | CHF | 307.11 | 309.61 |
Thai Bhat | THB | 7.56 | 7.76 |
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