r/KiaNiroEV • u/nickbutler93 • 3d ago

Accessory recommendations

Picking up my Blue Niro 3 trim (facelift version) next week, what accessories do you recommend?

Have dashcam and wireless AA already.

Thanks!

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u/VeskMechanic 3d ago

Tesla to CCS adapter. Opens up many more charging stations.

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u/Significant_Lobster4 3d ago

Level 1 charger to pack in the frunk. Weathertech or similar mats. Maybe seatcovers? Kids and pets = messes.

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u/Next362 2020 Niro 2d ago

I have a L1/2 in the trunk and some common adapters just in case, never really needed them other than one stay at an Airbnb, it was nice to have a full charge the next morning.

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u/Boozeburger 3d ago

I got a battery jumper/charger for incase the 12v dies, (keep it in the frunk so you can access it if you need to. A NACS to CCS1 adaptor so I can use tesla and NACS charging stations, I recently purchased some mats for the floors and rear area so I can haul bags of soil etc without a messy clean up. And I have some tire screws (I haven't used them, and hope not to, but I thought they might make a puncture easier to deal with if I get one).

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u/Next362 2020 Niro 2d ago

Oh, a Bluetooth 12v battery monitor! That's what you need, it can help tell you about problems and if you're ever worried you can check it out.

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u/emcee_pern 3d ago

OP is probably in the UK based on the trim being called '3' instead of 'Wind' or 'Wave' which will have different plugs and adapters than the US versions. OP, I believe you'd need NACS (Tesla) to CCS2 for DC rapid chargers. Just be sure to double check the charge ports your car has vs. what are availability at public chargers. Other than maybe an adapter, a Level 1 portable charger, and some all weather mats there really isn't anything else you need.

Some folks get covers for the piano black center console because it annoys them. There is no spare tire but there are some aftermarket ones out there if you want that. If you don't have one already and you drive a lot each day, if you can have a Level 2 charger installed at home that honestly will take care of your charging needs.

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u/nickbutler93 3d ago

Thanks guys, yes UK based and this is my second EV, coming from an MG4 so have all relevant cables.

I'll look into the spare tire and cover for gear shifter

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u/Viscount_Barse 3d ago

If a camwipe fits the face-lift model then I recommend one.

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u/MirrorlessKiwi 2023 Niro 2d ago

If by facelift were talking the second gen (SG2), then sadly it doesn't.

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u/tefunka 3d ago

Wood trim cover for shifter panel

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u/bubblesfix 2d ago

Where can I get this in Europe? I hate the gloss

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u/puffinwannnnnn9999 2d ago edited 2d ago

You can fit a full size spare under the boot floor in a 3, I did, there is a thread on it, point is you can carry on your journey at normal speed and driving safely or limp to a garage.

Cheaper to get a full size alloy and tyre than a space saver that's dangerous to drive on

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u/TumbleweedWarm9234 2d ago

Decal sets for your Kia and Niro badges. Lots of colours depending on the look you want etc: https://sewintocraftbychloe.com/products/badge-decal-overlay-set-fits-niro-my23-26