Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Long Range vs VinFast VF 6 Plus
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General Info
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €45690. Although the VinFast VF 6 Plus (2024-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | VinFast VF 6 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Vietnam |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €45690 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6 | 5.3 |
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 VinFast VF 6 Plus (2024-…).
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | VinFast VF 6 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 407 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 463 km | 381 km |
| Range (GCC) | 390 km | 324 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 68 kWh | 63 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.8 kWh | 59.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 18.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.02 km/kWh | 5.44 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The VinFast VF 6 Plus (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) maxes out at 85 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | VinFast VF 6 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 85 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.7 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | VinFast VF 6 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 s | 8 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.7 |
Dimensions
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the VinFast VF 6 Plus (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | VinFast VF 6 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4420 mm | 4238 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2118 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1825 mm | 1820 mm |
| Height | 1570 mm | 1594 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2720 mm | 2730 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.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…), but the VinFast VF 6 Plus (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the VinFast VF 6 Plus (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Long Range | VinFast VF 6 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1739 kg | 2020 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 475 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1392 l | 1275 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.2 | 5.5 |
