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KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 541 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

96%

Total Tests (2024)

541

Avg Mileage

22,832 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.

At 3 years old, 96% of KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 541 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,832 miles.

How does the 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars557th out of 3,373(top 17%)
Rank among all KIA models49th out of 472(top 10%)
vs national average+14% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+4% (92% avg)
vs KIA average+10% (86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A has 22,832 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1580cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A

The 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A is a small family car with a 1580cc petrol engine. 541 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 17% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 22,832 miles at 3 years old, KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A Fuel Costs

The 1580cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A

The KIA NIRO CONNECT HEV S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: