Volkswagen e-Golf vs Kia Niro EV
Overview | |
Years produced2015-2020 | Years produced2019-Present |
MSRP$28,995 | MSRP$39,550 |
Listings14 | Listings0 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryRange anxiety continues to fade as consumers begin to realize that 100 miles will serve them just fine for more than 90% of driving. With the Nissan Leaf upping its total estimated range to 107 miles, the e-Golf is suddenly behind the times just 2 years into production with an EPA-estimated range of 83 miles. But it has come back for 2016 with a lower-priced base trim that’s been decontented to make up for the more attractive price point, plus a new infotainment system offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2023 Kia Niro enters its second generation with fresh styling and numerous mechanical and tech updates, but it still offers a choice of three powertrains, with the Niro Hybrid, Niro EV, and Niro PHEV plug-in hybrid all returning for 2023. That means a change in focus for the all-electric Niro EV, which is the subject of this review. The first-generation Niro EV was Kia’s first mass-market electric car not based on an existing gasoline model (the Soul EV paved the way for it). But the redesigned 2023 Kia Niro EV now shares the lineup with the Kia EV6. That model takes aim at more premium EVs like the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Nissan Ariya, leaving the Niro EV to compete with entry-level models, such as the Chevrolet Bolt EV and EUV, Volkswagen ID.4, and Nissan’s Leaf. Available in all 50 states, the 2023 Niro EV launches in whimsically named Wind and Wave trim levels. We spent some time in the higher-level Wave version for this review. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine115 hp Electric | Engine201 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity24.2 kWh | EV Battery Capacity65 kWh |
MPG City126 | MPG City126 |
MPG Highway105 | MPG Highway101 |
Battery Charge Time (120V)40 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V)59 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V)7 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
Engine | |
Engine Name115 hp Electric | Engine Name201 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V)40 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V)59 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V)7 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity24.2 kWh | EV Battery Capacity65 kWh |
MPG City126 | MPG City126 |
MPG Highway105 | MPG Highway101 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3380 lbs | Curb Weight3721 lbs |
Height57.1 in | Height61.8 in |
Length168.1 in | Length174.0 in |
Width70.8 in | Width71.8 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase107.0 in |
Maximum Payload939 lbs | Maximum Payload1063 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2015-2020 | 2019-Present |
MSRP | $28,995 | $39,550 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Range anxiety continues to fade as consumers begin to realize that 100 miles will serve them just fine for more than 90% of driving. With the Nissan Leaf upping its total estimated range to 107 miles, the e-Golf is suddenly behind the times just 2 years into production with an EPA-estimated range of 83 miles. But it has come back for 2016 with a lower-priced base trim that’s been decontented to make up for the more attractive price point, plus a new infotainment system offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. | The 2023 Kia Niro enters its second generation with fresh styling and numerous mechanical and tech updates, but it still offers a choice of three powertrains, with the Niro Hybrid, Niro EV, and Niro PHEV plug-in hybrid all returning for 2023. That means a change in focus for the all-electric Niro EV, which is the subject of this review. The first-generation Niro EV was Kia’s first mass-market electric car not based on an existing gasoline model (the Soul EV paved the way for it). But the redesigned 2023 Kia Niro EV now shares the lineup with the Kia EV6. That model takes aim at more premium EVs like the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Nissan Ariya, leaving the Niro EV to compete with entry-level models, such as the Chevrolet Bolt EV and EUV, Volkswagen ID.4, and Nissan’s Leaf. Available in all 50 states, the 2023 Niro EV launches in whimsically named Wind and Wave trim levels. We spent some time in the higher-level Wave version for this review. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 115 hp Electric | 201 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 24.2 kWh | 65 kWh |
MPG City | 126 | 126 |
MPG Highway | 105 | 101 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 40 hours | 59 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 7 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 115 hp Electric | 201 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 40 hours | 59 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 7 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 24.2 kWh | 65 kWh |
MPG City | 126 | 126 |
MPG Highway | 105 | 101 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3380 lbs | 3721 lbs |
Height | 57.1 in | 61.8 in |
Length | 168.1 in | 174.0 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 71.8 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 107.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 939 lbs | 1063 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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