Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 6 Plus vs Kia Niro EV Long Range
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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 | VinFast VF 6 Plus | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €45690 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €30900 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 6 |
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 | VinFast VF 6 Plus | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 407 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 381 km | 463 km |
| Range (GCC) | 324 km | 390 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 63 kWh | 68 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 59.6 kWh | 64.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.4 kWh/100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.44 km/kWh | 6.02 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 7.1 |
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 | VinFast VF 6 Plus | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 85 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 5.7 |
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 | VinFast VF 6 Plus | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8 s | 7.8 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 167 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 3.4 |
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 | VinFast VF 6 Plus | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4238 mm | 4420 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2118 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1820 mm | 1825 mm |
| Height | 1594 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2720 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 | VinFast VF 6 Plus | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2020 kg | 1739 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 350 l | 475 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1275 l | 1392 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 6.2 |
