Global EV Comparison: Rimac Concept One Gen 1 vs Kia Niro EV Standard Range
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) for as low as €17885, while the Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) is a Coupe, whereas the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is a SUV.
| Property | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2013-2016 | 2019-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Croatia | South Korea |
| Body Style | Coupe | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €17885 |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022).
| Property | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 349 km | 289 km |
| Range (GCC) | 297 km | 246 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 78 kWh | 39.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 26.3 kWh/100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.81 km/kWh | 6.28 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.1 | 5.8 |
Charging
The Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 44 kW |
| Architecture | 650 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.1 | 4 |
Performance
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is front-wheel drive, while the Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 2 PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 913 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1224 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1600 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.5 s | 9.8 s |
| Top Speed | 340 km/h | 155 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.6 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4187 mm | 4375 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1854 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm |
| Height | 1070 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2563 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1850 kg | 1646 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1405 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 2.5 | 5.5 |
