Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Standard Range vs Tesla Roadster 2025
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General Info
Although the Tesla Roadster 2025 has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available 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 Tesla Roadster 2025 is a Roadster.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | Roadster |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17885 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Roadster 2025 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 | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 998 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 289 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 246 km | 948 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 200 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 190 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 20 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.28 km/kWh | 4.99 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 8.6 |
Charging
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 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 | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 4 | 9.6 |
Performance
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 1000 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 1341 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 410 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 8.8 |
Dimensions
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is longer and taller, but the Tesla Roadster 2025 is wider.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4375 mm | 4200 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | 2000 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2800 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 | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1646 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l | 150 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1405 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 2.5 |
