Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Standard Range vs Rimac Nevera C_Two
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General Info
While the Rimac Nevera (2022-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in Europe. The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €17885 on the used car market.
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is a SUV, whereas the Rimac Nevera (2022-…) is a Roadster.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Rimac Nevera C_Two |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Croatia |
| Body Style | SUV | Roadster |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17885 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Rimac Nevera (2022-…) 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 | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Rimac Nevera C_Two |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 491 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 289 km | 490 km |
| Range (GCC) | 246 km | 441 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 120 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 25.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.28 km/kWh | 3.87 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 4.9 |
Charging
The Rimac Nevera (2022-…) features an advanced 730-volt architecture, whereas the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Rimac Nevera (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 500 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Rimac Nevera (2022-…) 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 | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Rimac Nevera C_Two |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 500 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 730 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4 | 10 |
Performance
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is front-wheel drive, while the Rimac Nevera (2022-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Rimac Nevera (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Rimac Nevera C_Two |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | 2 PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 1427 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 1914 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 2340 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 s | 1.8 s |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 412 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 8.9 |
Dimensions
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Rimac Nevera C_Two |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4375 mm | 4745 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2052 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2745 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 | Rimac Nevera C_Two |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Curb Weight | 1646 kg | 2300 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l | 100 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 | 3.3 |
