Global EV Comparison: Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh vs Kia Niro EV Long Range
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General Info
Although the Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe. The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €19979 on the used car market.
The Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh is a Pickup, whereas the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is a SUV.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh | Kia Niro EV Long Range | 
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | -… | 2018-2022 | 
| Current Status | Announced | Discontinued | 
| Country of Manufacture | USA | South Korea | 
| Body Style | Pickup | SUV | 
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA | 
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €19979 | 
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 5.7 | 
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh has a larger battery, the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh | Kia Niro EV Long Range | 
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 322 km | 385 km | 
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 455 km | 
| Range (GCC) | 274 km | 376 km | 
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 67.5 kWh | 
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 114 kWh | 64 kWh | 
| Efficiency per 100 km | 41.6 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.4 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 
| Range and Efficiency Score | 2 | 6.8 | 
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.4 kW, whereas the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh | Kia Niro EV Long Range | 
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 19.4 kW | 7.2 kW | 
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 77 kW | 
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 
| Charge Port |   CCS Type 1 |    CCS Type 2 |  
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 4.5 | 
Performance
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is front-wheel drive, while the Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh | Kia Niro EV Long Range | 
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD | 
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM | 
| Motor Power (kW) | 458 kW | 150 kW | 
| Motor Power (hp) | 614 hp | 201 hp | 
| Motor Torque | 905 Nm | 395 Nm | 
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 7.8 s | 
| Top Speed | 162 km/h | 167 km/h | 
| Performance Score | 6.3 | 3.8 | 
Dimensions
The Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh | Kia Niro EV Long Range | 
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5270 mm | 4375 mm | 
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1961 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) | 
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | 
| Height | 1847 mm | 1560 mm | 
| Wheelbase | 3531 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 | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh | Kia Niro EV Long Range | 
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 
| Curb Weight | 2268 kg | 1791 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) | 
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 5.5 |