2022 Kia Niro EV vs. 2022 Tesla Model 3
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Kia Niro EV and 2022 Tesla Model 3 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 Kia Niro EV and the 2022 Tesla Model 3.
In comparing the 2022 Kia Niro EV's and the 2022 Tesla Model 3's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Kia Niro EV has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2022 Tesla Model 3 has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2022 Kia Niro EV and 2022 Tesla Model 3 have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Kia Niro EV's and the 2022 Tesla Model 3's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Kia Niro EV is a better car than the 2022 Tesla Model 3.
Pricing: A used 2022 Kia Niro EV ranges from $19,522 to $29,012 while a used 2022 Tesla Model 3 is priced between $24,989 to $45,290.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Kia Niro EV loses 50 percent of its value and the 2022 Tesla Model 3 loses 46.7 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Tesla Model 3 retains 3.3 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 base engine of both the 2022 Kia Niro EV and the 2022 Tesla Model 3 makes 201 horsepower. 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. The Model 3 is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 267 miles. This gives the 2022 Tesla Model 3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2022 Kia Niro EV. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Niro EV is 59 hours (120V), while the charge time for the Model 3 is 10 hours (240V).
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2022 Kia Niro EV, a electric SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2022 Tesla Model 3, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, and cargo space. The 2022 Kia Niro EV and 2022 Tesla Model 3 are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2022 Kia Niro EV and the 2022 Tesla Model 3 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$39,090
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Subcompact SUVs)
$35,520
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Subcompact SUVs)
$33,470 - $39,090
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$46,990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$49,430
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$45,900 - $55,400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$24,345
Price Range:
$19,522 - $29,012
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Subcompact SUVs)
$24,040
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Subcompact SUVs)
$23,642 - $24,345
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
266
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
36,519
# Good or Great Deals:
92
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$37,098
Price Range:
$24,989 - $45,290
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$40,097
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$33,800 - $49,392
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
701
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
43,106
# Good or Great Deals:
273
Kia Niro EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Tesla Model 3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Kia Niro EV
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Tesla Model 3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Subcompact SUVs)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Subcompact SUVs)
1.7 - 2.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
548.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
21.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
1.1 - 548.2
Kia Niro EV Rankings
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41 out of / 44Tesla Model 3 Rankings
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11 out of / 15Summary Review
The Kia Niro EV is one of the most practical and engaging five-door electric vehicles sold in America. This is one to carefully consider if you don’t need the functionality of a larger AWD utility vehicle.
Summary Review
The Tesla Model 3 is widely regarded as the best electric sedan in the world. The Model 3 is also the top-selling EV in the US market by a wide margin. This compact/midsize sedan offers a thrilling driving experience and advanced technology.
Pros and Cons
- Satisfying driving experience
- Kia’s simple and effective infotainment system
- Ample cargo volume - competitive with larger crossovers despite its compact size
- Not a true crossover
- No AWD available
- No spare tire
- Low volume
Pros and Cons
- Excellent range
- AWD available
- Attractive styling
- Amazing performance with Performance trim
- No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay
- Pricier than its reputation (mid-$50Ks is the typical price point)
- No spare tire on any trim
- Interior design and materials don’t match premium pricing
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2022 Kia Niro EV Trim Levels
EX, EX Premium, S
2022 Tesla Model 3 Trim Levels
Base, Long Range, Performance
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
291 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
258 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
123 / 102 / 112
Range (city/hwy):
239 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
64 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
59 hours (120V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
127 / 126 / 127
Range (city/hwy):
267 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
60 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
22.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
97.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3880 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black Pearl
Blue
Gravity Blue
Gray
Graphite Gray / Steel Gray
Red
Runway Red
White
Snow White Pearl
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Solid Black
Blue
Deep Blue Metallic
Gray
Not available
Red
Red Multi-Coat
White
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Silver
Midnight Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
White
Black and White
