Earlier today, Kia reported that the highly anticipated Kia Niro was officially named the Guinness World Record holder for the lowest fuel consumption driving coast to coast across the United States in a hybrid car. The car traveled 3715.4 miles on just 4.1 tanks of gas, averaging an incredible 76.6 mpg.
Set to arrive in Kia dealerships across the country in the first quarter of 2017, the all-new Niro was engineered to bridge that gap between excellent fuel efficiency and crossover utility. Niro's innovative hybrid system delivers an engaging driving experience, while the spacious cabin boasts enough room for five occupants and their gear. It features a full suite of advanced safety and driver assistance technologies, as well as telematics and entertainment features like a 7-inch touchscreen UVO3 interface with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation, and available Smart Cruise Control.
“We’re extremely pleased with the Niro’s record-breaking performance,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning KMA. “We set out to build a vehicle that offers real-world utility, great looks and fantastic mileage, and setting the Guinness World Record® title confirms our achievement.”
