2021 Hyundai Kona Electric v Kia Niro v Nissan Leaf e+ comparison
We have a crack at three compact EVs with ample driving range from Hyundai, Kia and Nissan. Do any make a compelling case?
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
The last Hyundai Kona Electric was a bit of a pioneer in Australia. The new model lobs into a busier market, and has a bigger challenge ahead of it.
Scott Collie
The second-gen Kia Niro EV is a handsome and well-packaged electric SUV with decent range – but it costs too much.
Mike Costello
Type | ||
TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, GASOLINE DIRECT INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ, ELECTRIC | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ, ELECTRIC | |
Size (cc) | ||
1580 - 1999 | 1580 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 1.6L, 0.0 | 1.6L, 0.0 | |
Induction | ||
TURBO 4, INLINE 4, NOT APPLICABLE | INLINE 4, NOT APPLICABLE | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, NOT APPLICABLE | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
77kW - 206kW | 77kW - 150kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5500 - 6200 | 5700 | |
Torque | ||
144Nm - 395Nm | 144Nm - 395Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1600 - 4500 | 4000 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
9.5 - 14 | 13 - 14 |