Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Long Range vs BYD Atto 3 FWD
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General Info
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of . The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €19979 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2022 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19979 | €26985 |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 5.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…).
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 385 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 455 km | 420 km |
| Range (GCC) | 376 km | 357 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 60.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 5.91 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 110 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is limited to 7 kW.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 7 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 110 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 4.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.8 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BYD Atto 3 FWD (2022-…) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4375 mm | 4455 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2050 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | 1875 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) 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 Long Range | BYD Atto 3 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1791 kg | 1750 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l | 440 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1405 l | 1338 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.9 |
