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We have a crack at three compact EVs with ample driving range from Hyundai, Kia and Nissan. Do any make a compelling case?
Kia Niro vs Hyundai Kona Comparison
Kia Niro
Hyundai Kona
2024 Kia
Niro
vs
2024 Hyundai
Kona
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
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7.6
8.0
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Based on the Kia Niro EV GT-LINE GREY C PILLAR
Based on the Hyundai Kona
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City driving
FunFuel Efficiency
42L - 45L
168 to 194 km
38L - 50L
148 to 450 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
7 year
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5 year
warranty
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MSRP
$41,710 - $72,360
$32,000 - $64,000
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CarExpert's Take
Mike Costello
Senior Contributor
Mike Costello drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Characterful design
- Well-sorted ride and handling
- Good interior packaging
Misses
- Overpriced
- Unsupportive driver's seat
- DC charge ceiling could be higher
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Spacious, grown-up interior
- Pricing hasn't risen for the new car
- Less torque makes for a better drive
Misses
- Premium is almost Ioniq 5 money
- 100kW DC fast charging is average in 2024
- Driver assists remain a Hyundai sticking point
Standard Features
| 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 | ||
Optional Features
- Premium Paint (+$520)
- Premium Paint (+$595)
Comparison
Reviews
7.6
2023 Kia Niro EV GT-Line review
The second-gen Kia Niro EV is a handsome and well-packaged electric SUV with decent range – but it costs too much.
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Mike Costello
8
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric review
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.
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Scott Collie
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ, ELECTRIC | TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, GASOLINE DIRECT INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ, ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1580 | 1580 - 1999 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.6L, 0.0 | 2.0L, 1.6L, 0.0 | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4, NOT APPLICABLE | TURBO 4, 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 - 150kW | 77kW - 206kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5700 | 5500 - 6200 | |
| Torque | ||
| 144Nm - 395Nm | 144Nm - 395Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 | 1600 - 4500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 - 14 | 9.5 - 14 | |
