Kia Niro EV Long Range vs Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh
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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 Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is a SUV, whereas the Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh is a Pickup.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2022 | -… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | Pickup |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19979 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.8 | 6.1 |
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 | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 385 km | 322 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 455 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 376 km | 274 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 120 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 41.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 2.4 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 2.1 |
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 | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 19.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 7.8 |
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 | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 458 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 614 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 905 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 162 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.8 | 6.3 |
Dimensions
The Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4375 mm | 5270 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1961 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 3531 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 | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Bollinger Motors B2 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1791 kg | 2268 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1405 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 7.7 |
