Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Long Range vs Omoda E5 Electric
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) has a starting price of €45690, compared to the Omoda E5 (2024-...), which starts at €39610.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China, Malaysia |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €45690 | €39610 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Omoda E5 (2024-...).
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 407 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 463 km | 430 km |
| Range (GCC) | 390 km | 366 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 68 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.8 kWh | 61 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.02 km/kWh | 6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 85 kW, while the Omoda E5 (2024-...) maxes out at 80 kW.
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Omoda E5 (2024-...) is limited to 9.9 kW.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 9.9 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 85 kW | 80 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.7 | 5.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Omoda E5 (2024-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 s | 7.2 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 172 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.8 |
Dimensions
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) and Omoda E5 (2024-...) are about the same size.
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4420 mm | 4424 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1825 mm | 1830 mm |
| Height | 1570 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 750 kg).
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | Omoda E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1739 kg | 1710 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 475 l | 300 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1392 l | 1079 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | 19 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.2 | 6.3 |
