https://www.siliconvalley.com/2023/04/30/the-2023-kia-niro-sx-touring-hybrid-suv/ > The Bottom Line: What is a Niro? A Niro is a small SUV built in the Hwasung automotive assembly plant in Korea, and sold worldwide by Kia. It is a subcompact, 5 door, 5 passenger, front wheel drive, crossover, sport utility vehicle. > Kia’s Niro line of small crossover SUV’s has been redesigned for 2023, and includes a gas engine model, a hybrid model and an all electric EV electric vehicle. Take your pick. With the Kia Niro you get to choose what drive train will work best for your independent lifestyle. You can go with gasoline, hybrid, or all electric.