Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Volvo XC60
When we compare the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's and the Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid and Volvo XC60 have the same Based on this comparison of the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's and the Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is a better car than the Volvo XC60.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Volvo XC60 Pricing
A used 2020 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid ranges from $22,407 to $31,384 while a used 2020 Volvo XC60 is priced between $36,626 to $60,620.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 loses 61.1 percent of its value. This means the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid retains 12.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo XC60.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Volvo XC60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid is 7.3 out of 10 while the Volvo XC60's quality rating is 6.8 out of 10. This results in the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid being ranked 3 out of 5 Best Hybrid Subcompact SUVs and the Volvo XC60 being ranked 3 out of 10 Best Hybrid Luxury Small SUVs.
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs. Volvo XC60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid and Volvo XC60 is 7.1 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid’s base engine makes 139 horsepower, and the Volvo XC60 base engine makes 400 horsepower. The Niro Plug-In Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 46 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. The XC60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles.This gives the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Volvo XC60 the advantage in maximum range. The Niro Plug-In Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the XC60 uses electricity, premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Volvo XC60 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
22407 - 31384
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486077
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
36626 - 60620
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.611224
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.35 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
EX, EX Premium, LXS
Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
T8 eAWD Inscription, T8 eAWD Momentum, T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered, T8 eAWD R-Design
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:
4 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:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
472 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 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):
48 / 44 / 46
Range (city/hwy):
573 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 28 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
499 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
19.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
37.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3161 lbs
Width:
71.1 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
171.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4723 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 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:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19