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Kia EV6 vs. Kia Niro EV

In comparing the Kia EV6 to the Kia Niro EV, the Kia EV6 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Kia Niro EV has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Kia EV6 versus the Kia Niro EV, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Kia EV6 versus Kia Niro EV Pricing

A used 2023 Kia EV6 ranges from $48,868 to $64,258 while a used 2023 Kia Niro EV is priced between $40,644 to $48,120. For a new model, the Kia EV6's price is between $50,459 and $65,014, with the Kia Niro EV priced between $40,477 and $49,738.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Kia EV6’s base engine makes 225 horsepower, and the Kia Niro EV base engine makes 201 horsepower. The EV6 is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 310 miles. The Niro EV is rated to deliver an average of 126 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 253 miles. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the EV6 is 68 hours (120V), while the charge time for the Niro EV is 59 hours (120V).

Passenger Space Comparison

The Kia EV6 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Kia Niro EV has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Kia EV6 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Kia Niro EV.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$50,459 - $65,014

Used Asking Price:

$48,868 - $64,258

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$40,477 - $49,738

Used Asking Price:

$40,644 - $48,120

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

56.8%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

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Reliability:

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Retained Value:

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Safety:

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iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

7.7 / 10

Safety:

Not available

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iSeeCars Rankings

Small Electric SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 12

Electric SUVs with Best Resale Value

6 / 14

Summary Review

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Summary 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.

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Pros and Cons

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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

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Electric

Available Drivetrain Options

Electric

Trim Levels

GT, GT-Line, Wind

Trim Levels

Wave, Wind

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:

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):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

225 hp

Torque:

258 foot-lbs

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.053 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

201 hp

Torque:

188 foot-lbs

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.054 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

MPGe:

127 / 101 / 117

Range (city/hwy):

310 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity

Battery Size/Capacity :

77.4 kWh

Maximum Charging Rate:

68 hours (120V)

Engine Specifications

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

MPGe:

126 / 101 / 113

Range (city/hwy):

253 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity

Battery Size/Capacity:

65 kWh

Maximum Charging Rate:

59 hours (120V)

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

38 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

24.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

50.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

127.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.4 inches

Cargo Space:

22.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

63.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

122.5 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4255 lbs

Width:

74 inches

Height:

60.8 inches

Length:

184.3 inches

Wheelbase:

114.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.1 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3721 lbs

Width:

71.8 inches

Height:

61.8 inches

Length:

174 inches

Wheelbase:

107 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.9 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/55R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

P215/55R17