2022 Hyundai KONA vs. 2022 Kia Niro EV
When comparing the 2022 Hyundai KONA's and the 2022 Kia Niro EV's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Hyundai KONA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. The 2022 Kia Niro EV has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Hyundai KONA's and the 2022 Kia Niro EV's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2022 Hyundai KONA vs. 2022 Kia Niro EV Pricing
A used 2022 Hyundai KONA ranges from $19,788 to $28,283 while a used 2022 Kia Niro EV is priced between $22,975 to $33,550.
2022 Hyundai KONA vs. 2022 Kia Niro EV Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Hyundai KONA loses 43.3 percent of its value and the 2022 Kia Niro EV loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Hyundai KONA retains 13.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Kia Niro EV.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2022 Hyundai KONA’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2022 Kia Niro EV base engine makes 201 horsepower. The KONA is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 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 Kia Niro EV the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2022 Hyundai KONA the advantage in maximum range. The KONA uses regular unleaded, and the Niro EV uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2022 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 rear leg room. The 2022 Hyundai KONA, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2022 Hyundai KONA and the 2022 Kia Niro EV have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$20,302 - $31,885
Used Asking Price:
$19,788 - $28,283
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$22,975 - $33,550
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
56.8%
Hyundai KONA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Niro EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai KONA Rankings
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57 out of / 66Kia Niro EV Rankings
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33 out of / 35Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2022 Hyundai KONA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
2022 Kia Niro EV Trim Levels
EX, EX Premium, S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
291 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 35 / 32
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
123 / 102 / 112
Range (city/hwy):
239 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
64 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
59 hours (120V)
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
45.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
113.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
115.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2899 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
165.6 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3854 lbs
Width:
71.1 inches
Height:
61.8 inches
Length:
172.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
