Lexus RX 450hL vs. Kia Niro
In comparing the Lexus RX 450hL's and the Kia Niro's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 450hL has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Kia Niro has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 450hL's and the Kia Niro's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 450hL is a better car than the Kia Niro.
Lexus RX 450hL vs. Kia Niro Pricing
A used 2022 Lexus RX 450hL ranges from $50,873 to $61,263 while a used 2024 Kia Niro is priced between $28,103 to $37,142.
Lexus RX 450hL vs. Kia Niro Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus RX 450hL loses 45.1 percent of its value and the Kia Niro loses 48.7 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RX 450hL retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Niro.
Lexus RX 450hL vs. Kia Niro Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 450hL is 8.3 out of 10 while the Kia Niro's quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 450hL being ranked 3 out of 11 Best Hybrid Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Kia Niro being ranked 4 out of 5 Best Hybrid Subcompact SUVs.
Lexus RX 450hL vs. Kia Niro Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RX 450hL is 8.2 out of 10. For the Kia Niro the reliability rating is 5.6 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 450hL an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Niro.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RX 450hL’s base engine makes 308 horsepower, and the Kia Niro base engine makes 139 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Kia Niro has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus RX 450hL has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lexus RX 450hL and the Kia Niro have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
50873 - 61263
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.450625
Pricing
New Asking Price:
28583 - 37408
Used Asking Price:
28103 - 37142
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486786
Lexus RX 450hL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.331221 / 10
Reliability:
8.193663 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Kia Niro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.066667 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lexus RX 450hL Rankings
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19 out of / 28Kia Niro Rankings
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30 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Lexus RX 450hL Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
Kia Niro Trim Levels
EX, EX Touring, LX, SX, SX Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
308 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 28 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
499 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
7.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.7 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:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.8 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:
127.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4905 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3071 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16