Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Long Range vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW
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General Info
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €57490. 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 two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2022 | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €57490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19979 | €44990 |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022).
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 385 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 455 km | 515 km |
| Range (GCC) | 376 km | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 4.89 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 130 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 7.8 |
Performance
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is front-wheel drive, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 225 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 302 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 s | 5.7 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4375 mm | 4595 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2775 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 225 kW (2021-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 225 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1791 kg | 2259 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l | 408 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1405 l | 1280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 6.8 |
