2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2017 Kia Niro
In comparing the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's and the 2017 Kia Niro's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2017 Kia Niro has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's and the 2017 Kia Niro's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a better car than the 2017 Kia Niro.
2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2017 Kia Niro Pricing
A used 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid ranges from $18,486 to $29,997 while a used 2017 Kia Niro is priced between $11,948 to $21,826.
2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2017 Kia Niro Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid loses 36.1 percent of its value and the 2017 Kia Niro loses 48.7 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid retains 12.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Kia Niro.
2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2017 Kia Niro Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is 8.8 out of 10 while the Kia Niro's quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid being ranked 3 out of 27 Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs and the Kia Niro being ranked 10 out of 27. Out of 30 Best Hybrid SUVs, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is ranked 4 and the Kia Niro is ranked 13.
2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2017 Kia Niro Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is 7.5 out of 10. For the Kia Niro the reliability rating is 5.6 out of 10. This gives the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Niro.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the 2017 Kia Niro base engine makes 139 horsepower. The RAV4 Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. The Niro is rated to deliver an average of 50 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 583 miles. This gives the 2017 Kia Niro the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid SUVs, the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2017 Kia Niro has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Kia Niro, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
18486 - 29997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.360942
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11948 - 21826
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486786
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.767804 / 10
Reliability:
7.503413 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Niro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.066667 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Rankings
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29 out of / 30Kia Niro Rankings
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30 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels
LE Plus, Limited, SE, XLE
2017 Kia Niro Trim Levels
EX, FE, LX, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
194 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
34 / 30 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
503 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
52 / 49 / 50
Range (city/hwy):
619 / 583 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
35.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
136.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
19.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3925 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
67.1 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3106 lbs
Width:
71.1 inches
Height:
60.4 inches
Length:
171.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16