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Kia unveils Niro EV Concept as future tech showcase Jan 9th 2018, 00:01 This is the Kia Niro EV concept Full electric concept previews forthcoming production EV while also highlighting more advanced systems Kia has unveiled a Niro EV Concept with a 238-mile range at CES in Las Vegas that previews the styling of the forthcoming production version – while also showcasing future technology. The compact crossover displayed at the annual tech showcase is designed to showcase the firm's new ACE – Autonomous, Connected and Eco/Electric – strategy. That strategy includes a plan to offer 16 electrified vehicles by 2025. A production Niro EV, likely featuring the same powertrain as sister firm Hyundai's Ioniq EV, will go on sale later this year. CES 2018: automotive highlights from the tech showcase The Niro EV Concept unveiled at CES features reworked bodywork from current production versions of the Niro. The radiator grille – which isn't needed for cooling on an EV – has been replaced with an interactive display panel, while the bodywork has been refined to boost aerodynamic efficiency. Kia plans electric Niro and more SUV models Kia has fitted the machine with a 201bhp electric powertrain, which the firm says has been earmarked for use on 'near-future' EVs. Power comes from a 64kWh lithium-polymer battery park, giving a claimed driving range of 238 miles. While it is understood the styling of the Niro EV Concept will be closely related to the production version, other features have been included to showcase more general advanced technology Kia is developing for the future. Kia aiming to have autonomous cars running in cities by 2021 The Concept is fitted with an Active Pedestrian Warning System, which detects pedestrians or cyclists crossing in front of the car and sends them a warning alert. Inside, the Niro EV Concept features a new Human Machine Interface (HMI), with the infotainment and heating systems controlled by swiping on perforated leather area on the botton of the steering wheel. Drivers can 'log in' with the  HMI using facial and voice recognition systems, enabling personalised settings – with the car able to disable key functions if it does not identify the driver. The car also features a sound separation control system, which uses eight headrest-mounted speaker and noise cancelling tech to allow front and rear passengers to listen to different music at the same time. Kia has also fitted the machine with what it says is a world-first ultra-fast 5G mobile connection. This is being demonstrated with a cockpit display on Kia's stand at CES with a 5G data link to the firm's base in Seoul, Korea. Read more Kia plans electric Niro and more SUV model CES 2018: automotive highlights from the tech showcase Kia aiming to have autonomous cars running in cities by 2021

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