Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range vs Kia Niro EV Standard Range
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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 Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) for as low as €15999, while the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) begins at €17885.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2019 | 2019-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15999 | €17885 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The two vehicles are identical in terms of range, battery pack capacity, and energy efficiency.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 289 km | 289 km |
| Range (GCC) | 246 km | 246 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 39.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.28 km/kWh | 6.28 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 44 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 44 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4 | 4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 s | 9.8 s |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 155 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019).
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4180 mm | 4375 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1805 mm |
| Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2700 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 | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Kia Niro EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1610 kg | 1646 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 332 l | 451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1114 l | 1405 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.3 | 5.5 |
