2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. 2021 Kia Niro EV

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 Kia Niro EV contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV and the 2021 Kia Niro EV.

When comparing the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV's and the 2021 Kia Niro EV's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2021 Kia Niro EV has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV's and the 2021 Kia Niro EV's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Kia Niro EV is a better car than the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV.

Pricing: A used 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV ranges from $14,549 to $22,986 while a used 2021 Kia Niro EV is priced between $19,955 to $28,047.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV loses 57.6 percent of its value and the 2021 Kia Niro EV loses 50 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Kia Niro EV retains 7.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2021 Kia Niro EV base engine makes 201 horsepower. The Bolt EV is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 259 miles. The Niro EV is rated to deliver an average of 123 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 239 miles. This gives the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Kia Niro EV. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Bolt EV is 10 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Niro EV is 59 hours (120V).

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2021 Kia Niro EV, a electric SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV and the 2021 Kia Niro EV have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.