Kia says my e-Niro shouldn't be jacked up, only lifted on a workshop hoist. What if I get a flat tyre?

I just bought a Kia e-Niro 4+, it's awesome and exceeding expectations. I really want a space-saving spare wheel and can find one online. However, in the manual there is no mention of jacking points on the e-Niro and Kia say it shouldn't be jacked up, only lifted on a workshop hoist with 4 point supports. I understand the need for caution with that big battery underneath but it's not practical to have to be lifted onto a transporter to be taken to a workshop for a simple puncture. How can I safely change a wheel on my e-Niro and use a space saver to get to a tyre fitter of my choice? I'm old, but fit enough to change a wheel. Not many opinions one can trust nowadays, but I respect your down to earth views.

Asked on 19 March 2021 by smithxl

Answered by Georgia Petrie
We picked this up with Kia directly and they said: "Kia does not provide a spare wheel with the e-Niro, however, it does provide a Tyre Mobility Kit (TMK) which can temporarily solve a punctured tyre until a final fix is completed soon after application. The e-Niro does have jacking points, however, utilising this without proper equipment is not recommended due to the weight of the vehicle and the positioning of the battery pack. All new Kia vehicles are sold with a year’s free roadside assistance, which can support customers who experience a puncture. This roadside assistance can be extended after the first year."

Unfortunately, that means there isn't really an option for you to change the tyre yourself if you get a puncture. In that regard, I'd certainly recommend getting a breakdown policy on your e-Niro in case you do get a flat tyre.
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