BMW iX1 eDrive20 vs Kia Niro EV Long Range
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) has a starting price of $39600, while the BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, India, China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $39600 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $22242 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) has a larger battery, the BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 253 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 295 mi | 288 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 245 mi | 242 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66.5 kWh | 68 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 64.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 26.4 kWh/100 mi | 26.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.79 mi/kWh | 3.73 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 7.2 |
Charging
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 128 kW | 85 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 5.7 |
Performance
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 182 lb-ft | 188 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 8 s | 7.1 s |
| Top Speed | 106 mph | 104 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 177.2 in | 174 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 82.8 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Height | 63.6 in | 61.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | 107.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4276 lb | 3721 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 17.3 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 52.8 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 0.7 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 1653 lb | 1653 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.6 | 6.2 |
