Kia Niro
✓The better of the two available hybrid subcompact SUVs
✓chic and well-equipped cabin
✓fuel-sipping powertrain.
✗Sorely lacking athleticism
✗noisy on the highway
✗doesn't quite measure up to its EPA fuel economy estimates.
Kia Niro - Common Problems →Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
✓Comfortable for long drives on the local winding roads
✓Relatively reliable over the years
✓High ride comfort thanks to soft suspension and spacious interior
✓Reasonable maintenance cost compared to other SUVs in the category
✗Weak air conditioning against the heavy heat of the local summer
✗Expensive garage service that isn't always readily available
✗Recurring electrical faults in the multimedia system and lighting
