Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Long Range vs Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp
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General Info
The Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €39900. 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 | Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2022 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €39900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19979 | €26900 |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) has a larger battery, the Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp (2022-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 385 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 455 km | 480 km |
| Range (GCC) | 376 km | 406 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 65 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 60 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 14.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 6.77 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 7.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 130 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 5.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 96 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 129 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 s | 10.5 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.8 | 2.5 |
Dimensions
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is longer, wider, and taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4375 mm | 4200 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2055 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | 1768 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2685 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).
The Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1791 kg | 1624 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l | 440 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1405 l | 1332 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.4 |
