How much is a 2019 Kia NiroPlug-in Hybrid worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2019 Kia NiroPlug-in Hybrid on the Irish used-car market is around €19,450, based on 12 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2019 Kia Niro depreciate per year?

A Kia Niro loses roughly 10.6% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2019 Kia Niro from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2019 Kia NiroPlug-in Hybrid?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2019 Kia NiroPlug-in Hybrid using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Kia Niro2019

Plug-in Hybrid

€19,900ROI listing median

35 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€20k – €20k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 5h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€19,900

private sale ~€18,674 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€13,930 – €16,915

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

76k km

typical 58k km

Days listed

35d

avg on market · demand 48/100

AI Market Summary

**PHEV strength**: Excellent for short commutes under 50 km daily; electric-only running saves fuel and tax. Real-world combined economy beats petrol rivals if you charge regularly.
**Unusually low mileage** (58k km on a 7-year-old) raises red flags—check service history and charging logs carefully to confirm actual usage and battery health claims.
**DCT gearbox prone to judder and hesitation** at low speeds and during gear changes on this generation; test drive extensively in urban traffic, not just motorway. Battery degrades 15–25% by 100k km; original 11.6 kWh pack may already show 10–15% loss.
**Before buying, inspect the charging port for corrosion** (common in Irish wet climate) and request a full charging system diagnostic—intermittent faults are expensive to repair post-purchase.
**NI import saves €3,548 before VRT**—factor in registration costs and VRT charge (around 23% of vehicle value) on top; verify seller's warranty status and Irish parts availability for battery work.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Verified spec data

Power

140 bhp

141 PS

Torque

265 Nm

1955 lb·ft

0–62 mph

10.8s

100 mph top

Engine

1.6L

1600 cc

Boot space

451L

1445L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Consumption

4 L

per 100 km

NOx

5 mg/km

Import levy: €25

Fuel tank

42L

Dimensions

Length

4.42m

4420 mm

Width

1.82m

Height

1.54m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★☆

Adult 91% · Child 84%

Insurance

Group 21A

Warranty

7 years

100,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Kia Niro 2019

Reliability

3/5

The 2019 Kia Niro PHEV is a capable SUV with good practicality, but owners should be aware that real-world fuel consumption is significantly higher than WLTP figures unless the battery is charged daily. Battery degradation and 7-speed DCT gearbox issues have been reported in some units. Reasonable value as a used family SUV, but factor in battery replacement costs (€8,000–€12,000) after warranty expiry.

Known issues

7-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DCT) judder and hesitation during low-speed manoeuvres and gear changes
Battery capacity degradation over time; original 11.6 kWh battery may lose 15–25% capacity by 100,000 km
Charging port connector corrosion and intermittent charging faults, especially in wet Irish climate
12V auxiliary battery discharge issues; weak charging when hybrid system is inactive
Engine oil sludge accumulation due to short city trips without sufficient combustion-engine warm-up
Infotainment system freezing and slow map updates on embedded navigation

Good for

Low emissions credentials and tax benefits (VRT, road tax) make it attractive for company car schemes
Spacious interior and boot (up to 1,936 litres) suitable for families
Smooth electric-only driving in urban areas with a full charge (40 miles range)
Reasonable efficiency when battery is regularly charged; petrol-only efficiency is modest but acceptable for SUV class

Years to avoid: 2019

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