2025 Kia Niro Wave
KNDCT3L16S5137332

Lot sold Winning bet: $12 700 USD Sales records: 1 Average price: $ 9 235 USD View stats

2025 Kia Niro Wave VIN KNDCT3L16S5137332 was sold at Copart for $12 700 USD. Last known mileage — 13 098 mi. This page includes photos, sale history, market estimate and similar KIA NIRO listings.

Characteristics

VIN KNDCT3L16S5137332
Auction Copart
Mileage 13,098 mi 21,079 km
Auction Date (UTC) 08/21/2026 14:00
Color Gray
Transmission Automatic
Fuel ELECTRIC
Drive FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Key Keys Present
Cost of repair $ 19 494 USD
Market value $ 26 053 USD
Primary damage Side
Secondary damage Top/Roof

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Exterior condition

2 damages · 2 zones
Damage map
1 2
1 Other
Primary damage: SIDE
2 Roof
Secondary damage: TOP/ROOF
AI Analysis
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Expert Conclusion 4/10
Repair Complexity: High
Risk of Hidden Damage: High

Repair will likely require roof and upper-quarter structural assessment, replacement or repair of the rear quarter and roof components, spoiler and trim replacement, rear-door repair or replacement, body alignment, paint blending, and ADAS/brake-system diagnostics and calibration. The listed repair estimate of USD 19,494 is approximately 75 percent of the stated market value, leaving limited financial margin. Additional costs may arise from hidden roof reinforcement, side-impact components, wiring, sensors, and EV-system inspection.

Advantages
Insurance seller generally provides a more transparent, documented loss source than a private or non-insurance seller.
Low indicated mileage of approximately 13,098 miles.
Keys are present.
Front-end panels, headlights, windshield, and most visible glass appear intact.
Interior appears complete and shows no clearly visible deployed airbags.
Vehicle is an electric model with no visible evidence of flood damage in the provided photos.
Disadvantages
Severe damage is concentrated around the roof, C-pillar, and rear quarter structure.
Repair estimate is close to the vehicle's stated market value.
Instrument cluster shows multiple ABS, EPB/brake, ADAS, and warning-system faults.
Potential hidden damage to roof reinforcements, side-impact components, wiring, sensors, and liftgate alignment.
ADAS sensors and safety systems may require expensive replacement and calibration.
EV high-voltage battery enclosure, cables, and isolation system are not visible and must be professionally tested.
Exterior damage extends across multiple panels and both rear upper-body areas.
Proceed with Caution

The vehicle presents substantial rear upper-body and roof damage rather than only cosmetic side damage. Confirm that the roof structure, C-pillar, side-impact reinforcement, liftgate opening, and suspension mounting points remain dimensionally correct before bidding. Because the seller is an insurance company, the loss is more likely to be documented and there is less concern about a private seller concealing the damage; however, the high repair-to-value ratio and multiple warning lights require careful cost verification. A pre-purchase scan and high-voltage EV system inspection are strongly recommended.

Airbags: Not Visible Glass: Intact
Damage
Severe Roof panel and roof edge — Visible deformation and creasing along the rear roof section and roof edge, with displaced roof trim and apparent impact-related distortion near the rear upper body.
Severe Left rear quarter/C-pillar area — Rear quarter and C-pillar structure show significant deformation, exposed mounting points, and displaced exterior panels. Structural alignment behind the trim cannot be verified visually.
Moderate Rear spoiler and liftgate upper area — Roof spoiler is lifted/displaced, with visible gaps and damage around its mounting area. The upper liftgate region may require repair or replacement and alignment.
Moderate Left rear door — Large dents and creases are visible in the rear door skin, particularly around the center and rear edge. Door operation, hinges, latch, and inner reinforcement require inspection.
Minor Left front door and lower side molding — Several visible scratches, shallow dents, and scuff marks are present on the front door and lower rocker molding.
Minor Rear bumper and lower rear body — Multiple scratches and scuffs are visible on the rear bumper cover and lower corner. Parking sensor areas appear present, but sensor function is unverified.
Moderate Right rear quarter and rear side trim — The opposite rear-side view shows displaced or removed quarter-area trim and exposed attachment points near the rear roof/quarter junction, indicating damage extending beyond a single exterior panel.
Severe Driver assistance and brake systems — The instrument cluster displays ABS, EPB/brake, tire-pressure, driver-assistance, and inattentive-driving warnings. These may result from impact damage, sensor faults, calibration issues, or low-voltage system faults and require diagnostic scanning.
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VIN Decoder KNDCT3L16S5137332
A B S Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control Standard
Airbag Location Curtain 1st and 2nd Rows
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Knee Driver Seat Only
Airbag Location Side 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Auto High Beam Standard
Auto Reverse System Standard
Automatic Pedestrian Alerting Sound Standard
Battery Info 180.9Ah + FR 150kW
Battery Type Lithium-Ion/Li-Ion
Battery V 358
Blind Spot Intervention Standard
Blind Spot Monitor Standard
Body Class Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
C I B Standard
Daytime Running Light Standard
Doors 5
Drive Type 4x2
Dynamic Brake Support Standard
E S C Standard
E V Drive Unit Single Motor
Electrification Level BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle)
Engine H P 150
Forward Collision Warning Standard
Fuel Type Electric
G V W R Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
G V W R_to Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Keyless Ignition Standard
Lane Departure Warning Standard
Lane Keep System Standard
Lower Beam Headlamp Light Source LED
Make KIA
Manufacturer KIA CORPORATION
Model Niro
Model Year 2025
Other Restraint System Info Seat Belt: All Positions
Park Assist Standard
Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking Standard
Plant City HWASUNG
Plant Country SOUTH KOREA
Plant State GYEONGGI PROVINCE
Rear Automatic Emergency Braking Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Standard
Rear Visibility System Standard
Seat Belts All Manual
Series2 Wagon Body Style
T P M S Direct
Traction Control Standard
Trim Wave
V I N KNDCT3L16S5137332
Vehicle Descriptor KNDCT3L1*S5
Vehicle Type MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Vehicle Valuation (USA) KNDCT3L16S5137332
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors Silver
Display Name Kia
Display Name Wave Wagon 4D
Display Name 2025
Display Name Niro EV
Drivetrains FWD
Engines Electric Motor
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents No
Insurance Owned No
Livery Use No
Miles 7963
Not Actual Mileage No
Options
Preserve Pkg, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Highway Assistant, Hill Start Assist, Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Alarm System, Keyless Entry, Push Button Start, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Smart Cruise Control, Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, AM/FM/HD Radio, harman/kardon Premium Sound, SiriusXM Satellite, Navigation System, Bluetooth Wireless, Park Distance Warning, Backup Camera, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Knee Air Bags, Collision Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Heated & Ventilated Seats, Dual Power Seats, Power Sun Roof, Daytime Running Lights, LED Headlamps, Fog Lights, Rear Spoiler, Alloy Wheels
Original Owner Yes
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-08-20
Salvage No
Taxi Use No
Title Brand No
Transmissions Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Used As Rental No
Vehicle Data KNDCT3L16S5137332
Vehicle
Make Kia
Model Niro EV
Year 2025
Country US
Wave
Name Wave
Body style Sport Utility
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $44,600
Invoice $43,262
Supply & Demand (USA) KNDCT3L16S5137332
Vehicle
Make Kia
Model Niro
Year 2025
Market Overview
Supply level Neutral
Demand level Neutral
Avg days to sell 35 days
DSO 50 days
Ingest date 2026-08-17
Listings (90d)
Sold 509
Active listings 280
Final price calculator Estimated value
Estimated value Current bid ($6,200)
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3 Trucking to port PA · PA - PHILADELPHIA
$320
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~$554
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