Designed specifically for rideshare – meet the new Kia Niro Plus Hybrid

As a rideshare driver, having a car that is friendly to the environment, has as much space as possible, low running costs, easy and comfortable to drive and be affordable are all important features. It may sound too good to be true, but the all-new Kia Niro Plus Hybrid has it all.

This purpose-built, low-emission model was specifically designed for the taxi and rideshare industry, so if you were looking for the ideal vehicle to take your career to the next level, look no further. Compared to its sister model – the Kia Niro Hybrid HEV S, the Kia Niro Plus Hybrid is both longer and taller.

To maximize interior space beyond the gains obtained by making the body bigger, the Plus has thinner door cards and seats. Thanks to this design, both drivers and most of all passengers can enjoy bigger cabin space, and legroom. Whatsmore, you’ll also find entry/exit rear grab handles on this model.

With a 1.6-litre petrol engine, an electric motor, and a battery pack, the new Kia comes with a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. As for fuel consumption, it prides itself with a combined consumption of 4.3 litres per 100 km.

You can get a whopping 978 km on one tank according to the manufacturer, meaning you’ll only need to fill up the tank 3 times a month.

The inside is packed with an 8 way power driver’s seat with lumbar support, Dual Zone Climate control with 2nd row vents, wireless Apple CarPlay, as well as Android Auto, making it convenient for drivers and comfortable for passengers.

TIP: The Kia Niro Plus Hybrid is eligible for both UberX and Uber Comfort.

Why you’ll love it

• Easily travel with 978 km on one tank

• Perfect for UberX and Uber Comfort. All the benefits of the Kia Niro Hybrid, but bigger and built specifically for the rideshare industry

• Rear passenger entry/exit rear grab handles

• Dual Zone climate Control with 2nd-row vents that passengers can manage

• Higher roof provides a spacious feeling, especially for those in the backseat

• The boot fits 10 standard shopping bags or two full-sized suitcases

• Available in your choice of black, silver, and white

• Spacious cabin but compact enough to manoeuvre easily around tight city streets

Get your career into gear

The Kia Niro plus Hybrid is available on our Flexi Own plans.

About Splend

"Splend makes car ownership easier, more affordable and more accessible for rideshare drivers by building everything they need to earn more, pay less and stress less into one affordable weekly payment.

It’s smooth driving, with no surprises and the lowest total ownership cost you’ll find – which is how car ownership for rideshare drivers should be. For more information about Splend, make an appointment and drop by to your local Splend Hub, email us, or say hello on 1800 775 363.