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KIA NIRO CONNECT PHEV S-A (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 73 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

100%

Total Tests (2024)

73

Avg Mileage

19,265 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

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

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.

At 3 years old, 100% of KIA NIRO CONNECT PHEV S-As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 73 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 19,265 miles.

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

Rank among all 2021 cars16th out of 3,373(top 0%)
Rank among all KIA models3rd out of 472(top 1%)
vs national average+18% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+8% (92% avg)
vs KIA average+14% (86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT PHEV S-A has 19,265 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 PHEV S-A cost to run?

Fuel (Hybrid, 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 PHEV S-A

The 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT PHEV S-A is a small family car with a 1580cc hybrid engine. 73 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 0% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 19,265 miles at 3 years old, KIA NIRO CONNECT PHEV S-A owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT PHEV S-A Fuel Costs

The 1580cc hybrid 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 hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT PHEV 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 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT PHEV 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. Note: with only 73 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2021 KIA NIRO CONNECT PHEV S-A

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