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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross vs Kia Niro EV
Selected trim2 · 2022-26Change trim288 mi · 64.8 kWh · £34,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 Aircross leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Kia Niro EV leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Kia Niro EV if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Citroën
5
Kia
4.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeCitroën
Citroën
4
Kia
2.1
FamilyKia
Citroën
3.5
Kia
4.7
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
3.5
Kia
1.6
Cost Per MileCitroën
Citroën
6.7
Kia
3.5
City Driving
Citroën
6.4
Kia
6.4
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia Niro EV
2
- 98 miles more WLTP range
- 67 kW more power
- 5.1s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.3 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,115 (better) | £34,995 |
| Official range | 190 miles | 288 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 460 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Length
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross4,395mm-25mm
Kia Niro EV4,420mm
Width
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,850mm
Kia Niro EV1,825mm-25mm
Height
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,660mm
Kia Niro EV1,545mm-115mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,420 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm | 1,825 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,545 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare | 575 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1600 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 350 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max |  Kia Niro EV 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.42m+25mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.82m-25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | Not available |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.54m-115mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.72m+48mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1600L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,504kg (better) | 1,739kg |
| Towing Capacity | 350kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh | 64.8kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 288 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,115 (better) | £34,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,615 (-£1,500) | £34,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2022–2026 |
* Citroën ë-C3 Aircross: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
* Kia Niro EV: Heat pump: an option on the 3 and 4, not available on the 2.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 288 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 194 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 164 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh | 64.8 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 83 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 255 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | fwd |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Max
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Kia Niro EV
2
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Kia Niro EV
- £13,4052023Car360View
- £23,6502024Car360View
- £22,6412024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Niro EV worth the extra £9,880 over the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross?
The Kia Niro EV costs £9,880 more than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. For that premium it adds 98 miles more WLTP range, 67 kW more power and a 5.1s quicker 0-62mph time. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Kia Niro EV?
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is £9,880 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross comes out roughly £9,960 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Kia Niro EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 194 miles for the Kia Niro EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia Niro EV goes roughly 36 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Kia Niro EV?
The two are within 25 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 575 mm of total clearance for the Kia Niro EV and about 550 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. The Kia Niro EV also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Kia Niro EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 84% for the Kia Niro EV. That gives the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia Niro EV's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia Niro EV.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .