Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Standard Range vs Mitsubishi i-MiEV 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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) begins at €3990.

The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is a SUV, whereas the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is a Hatchback.

Property Kia Niro EV Standard Range Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Years of Production 2019-2022 2010-2021
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture South Korea Japan
Body Style SUV Hatchback
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price Europe (Used) €17885 €3990
GCC Score 5.2 4.2

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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021).

Property Kia Niro EV Standard Range Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 95 km
Range (WLTP) 289 km - Range (WLTP)
Range (GCC) 246 km 105 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 42 kWh 16 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 39.2 kWh 14.5 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 15.9 kWh/100 km 13.8 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 6.28 km/kWh 7.24 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.8 5.7

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 50 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) maxes out at 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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is limited to 3.7 kW.

Property Kia Niro EV Standard Range Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Max Charging Power (AC) 7.2 kW 3.7 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 44 kW 50 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CHAdeMOType 1 (J1772)
Charging Score 4 3

Performance

The Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Kia Niro EV Standard Range Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Drive Type FWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 100 kW 49 kW
Motor Power (hp) 134 hp 66 hp
Motor Torque 395 Nm 196 Nm
0-100 km/h 9.8 s 15.9 s
Top Speed 155 km/h 130 km/h
Performance Score 3 1.4

Dimensions

The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is longer and wider, but the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is taller.

The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Kia Niro EV Standard Range Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Length 4375 mm 3475 mm
Width (with Mirrors) - Width (with Mirrors) 1792 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1805 mm 1475 mm
Height 1560 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase 2700 mm 2550 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) 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).

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.

Property Kia Niro EV Standard Range Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1
Number of Seats 5 4
Curb Weight 1646 kg 1085 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 451 l 235 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1405 l 860 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.5 4.2
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