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KIA NIRO Common
As of 2026 Q1, 136,973 KIA NIROs remain registered in the UK — still a familiar sight on today's roads. Numbers are at their highest recorded level since the model first appeared in our data in 2016 Q2. Unusually, the numbers are actually rising — up 11,575 (9.2%) over the past year, as imports and barn-finds rejoin the register faster than cars leave it.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Common — still a familiar sight, with 136,973 on the road.
Rarer than 3% of the 2,429 UK car models we track.
Fuel breakdown
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About the NIRO
The Kia Niro (Korean: 기아 니로) is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) manufactured by Kia since 2016. It is an electrification-focused vehicle, offering three versions: hybrid, plug-in hybrid (until 2026) and battery electric (until 2026) variants.
KIA NIRO — questions & answers
How many KIA NIRO are left in the UK?
As of 2026 Q1, 136,973 KIA NIRO were still registered in the UK — 136,292 licensed and on the road, plus 681 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the KIA NIRO rare?
The KIA NIRO is common, with 136,973 still on the road, making it rarer than 3% of the 2,429 UK car models we track.
Is the KIA NIRO increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of KIA NIRO on UK roads rose by 11,575 (9.2%).
What fuel do most KIA NIRO use?
Most KIA NIRO run on hybrid — about 54% of those still registered, with the rest split across electric, plug-in hybrid.
When did the KIA NIRO peak?
The KIA NIRO peaked at 136,973 registered in 2026 Q1, and was first recorded in the data in 2016 Q2.