USA EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Long Range vs BMW iX1 eDrive20
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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 | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Germany, India, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $39600 | - Price USA (New) |
| Price USA (Used) | $16775 | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6 | 6.1 |
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 | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 253 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 288 mi | 295 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 242 mi | 245 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 68 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.8 kWh | 64.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 26.8 kWh/100 mi | 26.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.73 mi/kWh | 3.79 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 128 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) maxes out at 85 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 85 kW | 128 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.7 | 5.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 188 lb-ft | 182 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.1 s | 8 s |
| Top Speed | 104 mph | 106 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 174 in | 177.2 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 82.8 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 71.9 in | 72.6 in |
| Height | 61.8 in | 63.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…), but the BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1653 lb).
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BMW iX1 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3721 lb | 4276 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 22.8 ft3 | 17.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 63.7 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 0.7 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1653 lb | 1653 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.2 | 6.5 |
