2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vs. 2022 Kia Niro EV

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV and 2022 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 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV and the 2022 Kia Niro EV.

When we compare the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV's and the 2022 Kia Niro EV's specifications and ratings, The 2022 Kia Niro EV has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV's and the 2022 Kia Niro EV's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Kia Niro EV is a better car than the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV.

Pricing: A used 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV ranges from $20,484 to $31,997 while a used 2022 Kia Niro EV is priced between $19,522 to $29,012.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV loses 56.5 percent of its value and the 2022 Kia Niro EV loses 50 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Kia Niro EV retains 6.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2022 Kia Niro EV base engine makes 201 horsepower. The Bolt EUV is rated to deliver an average of 125 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 247 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 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2022 Kia Niro EV. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Bolt EUV is 7 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Niro EV is 59 hours (120V).

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are electric SUVs, the 2022 Kia Niro EV has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV and the 2022 Kia Niro EV have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.