2022 Kia Niro EV vs. 2022 Volkswagen ID.4
When comparing the 2022 Kia Niro EV's and the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Kia Niro EV has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. The 2022 Kia Niro EV and 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Kia Niro EV's and the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better car than the 2022 Kia Niro EV.
2022 Kia Niro EV vs. 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 Pricing
A used 2022 Kia Niro EV ranges from $22,975 to $33,550 while a used 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 is priced between $30,994 to $42,997.
2022 Kia Niro EV vs. 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Kia Niro EV loses 56.8 percent of its value and the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 loses 56.7 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 retains 0.1 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 Volkswagen ID.4 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 ID.4 is rated to deliver an average of 116 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 280 miles.This gives the 2022 Kia Niro EV the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Niro EV is 59 hours (120V), while the charge time for the ID.4 is 7.5 hours (240V).
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are electric SUVs, the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2022 Kia Niro EV has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2022 Kia Niro EV and the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$22,975 - $33,550
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
56.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$39,990 - $51,544
Used Asking Price:
$30,994 - $42,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
56.7%
Kia Niro EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen ID.4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Niro EV Rankings
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27 out of / 35Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2022 Kia Niro EV Trim Levels
EX, EX Premium, S
2022 Volkswagen ID.4 Trim Levels
Pro, Pro S
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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:
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 Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
229 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 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:
116 / 98 / 107
Range (city/hwy):
280 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
82 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
7.5 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
30.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.2 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:
4568 lbs
Width:
72.9 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 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:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R19
