Designed specifically for rideshare
The Niro Plus Hybrid boasts a practical, spacious interior, and its hybrid powertrain ensures reduced emissions and fuel savings, making it both eco-friendly and cost-effective.
Kia Niro Plus Hybrid
The purpose-built, low-emission Kia Niro Plus Hybrid was specifically designed for the taxi and rideshare industry
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4.3 litres/100 km fuel consumption
Low-emission model
Boot fits 10 shopping bags
Dual-zone climate control
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Blind-spot monitoring
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Designed for rideshare driving
With a spacious cabin but compact enough to maneuver easily around tight city streets.
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Fuel efficient
Easily travel 978 km on one tank, meaning you’ll only need to fill up the tank three times a month.
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Ideal for Uber Comfort and Green
Your riders can get an upgraded ride experience in a comfortable yet environment friendly car.
You’re in the driver’s seat
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Explore the car
Discover features and specifications for the Kia Niro Hybrid
Engine
Engine type - 1.6-litre GDi with an electric motor and small lithium-ion battery pack
Battery capacity (kW) – 1.56
CO2 emissions (g/km) - 97
Fuel consumption (L/100 km combined) - 4.3
Maximum torque (Nm) - 265
Maximum power (kW) - 104
Dimensions & weights
Overall length (mm) = 4385
Overall width (mm) = 1805
Overall height (mm) = 1630
Overall wheelbase (mm) = 2700
Cargo capacity (L) = 367
Cargo capacity (with rear seats folded) (L) = 1464
Wheels
Wheels – 17” Alloy
Spare wheel – temporary space saver
Safety
7 airbags, including driver’s knee
Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist detection
Forward collision warning
Blind-spot monitoring
Rear cross-traffic alert
Lane keep assist
Lane Following Assist
Adaptive cruise control
Driver Attention Alert
Lead Vehicle Departure Alert
Reversing camera
Rear parking sensors
Exterior features
Electric, heated, folding side mirrors
Windscreen with solar glass, acoustic film
Front side windows with solar glass
Rear privacy glass
Dusk-sensing halogen headlights
Rain-sensing wipers
Interior features
8-way power driver’s seat incl. 2-way lumbar
6-way power passenger seat
Black cloth, leather combination upholstery
Leather-appointed steering wheel
Rear air vents
Dual-zone climate control
Multimedia
8.0-inch colour touchscreen
Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
Bluetooth phone, audio streaming
AM/FM/DAB radio tuner
6-speaker sound system
Make it yours
Get behind the wheel of a Kia Niro Hybrid PLus on our Preloved Flexi Own plan, where one weekly payment pays down your car, as well as covering ownership costs (such as rideshare damage and loss cover, registration, servicing and replacement tyres and brakes). Our Flexi-Own product is our path to Vehicle ownership product. To learn more visit our Path to Ownership explainer. Or Try before you buy on a low-commitment Flexi Try plan, minimum term 6 weeks.
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*Additional fees may apply, see terms for more information
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Got a question?
We’re here to help.
Visit one of our friendly hubs, chat to us online, or read our frequently asked questions.
Splend provides a subscription-based car plan designed specifically for Uber and other rideshare drivers in Australia. Drivers sign a subscription agreement, not a finance or loan contract.
You pay a single weekly subscription fee that covers:
A) Vehicle access (rideshare-ready car)
B) Registration, CTP, Rideshare licence/inspections, Scheduled servicing, and replacement tyres and brakes due to wear
C) Rideshare-specific loss and damage cover (for Flexi Own contracts from 1 October 2025 you can opt instead to obtain your own eligible Rideshare insurance should you wish)
Splend offers two flexible vehicle plans to suit your needs:
Flexi Own – work towards ownership while benefiting from all inclusions.
Flexi Try – try before you buy, ideal for testing rideshare or EVs.
*Subject to the terms of your Flexi Own/Flexi Try agreement. Servicing and maintenance subject to applicable caps. Additional fees may apply.
What are the costs?
Here’s a full run-down of costs.
Up-front:
One-off setup fee of $990 for new cars and $495 for pre-owned cars
At onboarding:
Pro-rata charge for remainder of first week
First weekly fee (billed one week in advance)
Weekly fee includes:
Vehicle rental
Registration & CTP
Scheduled servicing (up to 180,000 km)*
Replacement tyres & brakes due to wear*
1,000 km included weekly (excess km attract a fee; on Flexi Own this reduces your term)
Optional extras:
Payout Protection Fee may apply (see Additional Fees for more detail)
Loss and Damage cover*
Loss and Damage Waiver Reduction Fee (reduces payable waiver amount)
Additional driver fee
Not included:
Fuel/charging, rideshare platform fees, tolls, fines.
*Subject to caps in your agreement and overarching T&Cs. Additional fees may apply.
How do I sign up?
Signing up is simple:
Enquire online through the Splend website, and one of our experts will call you
Book an appointment at your local Splend hub to test drive and finalise sign-up
Provide required documents (driver’s licence, proof of Uber account, proof of address)
Accept your quote
Review and sign the subscription agreement (we recommend you obtain independent legal advice before signing)
Pick up your car once approved and start driving.
What cars are available?
Splend offers a wide range of rideshare-ready vehicles (new and pre-owned), including EVs, Hybrids and selected ICE vehicles. Models may be suitable for Uber categories like Premier, Max, XL, Comfort Electric, Comfort, or Green. You can browse the current range of available cars on the Splend site.
*Uber determines eligibility for specific categories. Splend can recommend models based on cost and earning potential. Browse current cars on the Splend site
What if I have more questions?
You can check out all our Frequently Asked Questions here. Give us a call at 1800 SPLEND, or fill in our Enquiry form.
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