Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Toyota RAV4 Prime
When we compare the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's and the Toyota RAV4 Prime's specifications and ratings, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing. The Toyota RAV4 Prime has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's and the Toyota RAV4 Prime's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 Prime is a better car than the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Toyota RAV4 Prime Pricing
For a new model, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's price is between $35,595 and $43,885, with the Toyota RAV4 Prime priced between $46,686 and $55,379.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Toyota RAV4 Prime Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid loses 48.6 percent of its value and the Toyota RAV4 Prime loses 38 percent of its value. This means the Toyota RAV4 Prime retains 10.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the Toyota RAV4 Prime base engine makes 302 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Toyota RAV4 Prime has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$35,595 - $43,885
Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,686 - $55,379
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38%
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota RAV4 Prime Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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30 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
EX, SX Touring
Toyota RAV4 Prime Trim Levels
SE, XSE
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
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:
180 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet 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:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
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
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
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:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
19.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
33.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
69.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
136.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3336 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4235 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
225/60R18
