Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Standard Range vs Honda Fit EV Gen 1
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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 Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is a SUV, whereas the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2013-2015 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17885 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 3.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015).
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 132 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 289 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 246 km | 125 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 20 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 19 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.28 km/kWh | 6.58 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) can charge at up to 44 kW.
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Type 1 (J1772) |
| Charging Score | 4 | 2.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) has more power, the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 92 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 123 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 256 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 s | 8.4 s |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 2.7 |
Dimensions
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4375 mm | 4105 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1694 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2499 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 Standard Range | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1646 kg | 1475 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l | 340 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1405 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 4 |
