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Cupra Raval vs Kia e-Niro
At a glance
The Kia e-Niro was replaced by the Kia Niro EV in 2022. Compare the Cupra Raval with the Kia Niro EV
In this comparison, Cupra Raval leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Kia e-Niro stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Raval if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Raval wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueCupra
Cupra
5.2
Kia
0
Motorway RangeCupra
Cupra
4.2
Kia
2.5
FamilyCupra
Cupra
5.1
Kia
3.7
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.3
Kia
0.3
Cost Per MileCupra
Cupra
7.7
Kia
5.1
City DrivingCupra
Cupra
8
Kia
7.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,995 | Not available |
| Official range | 204 miles (better) | 180 miles |
| Boot space | 441 L | 451 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 23 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Raval
Kia e-Niro
Length
Cupra Raval4,046mm-329mm
Kia e-Niro4,375mm
Width
Cupra Raval1,784mm-21mm
Kia e-Niro1,805mm
Height
Cupra Raval1,514mm-56mm
Kia e-Niro1,570mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,046 mm | 4,375 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,784 mm (better) | 1,805 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,000 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,570 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 616 mm spare (better) | 595 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L | 451 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Raval
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
Kia e-Niro
- Uses 153 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,375 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Raval V1 37kWh |  Kia e-Niro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.05m | 4.38m+329mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.80m+21mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.00m | Not available |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.57m+56mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.70m+101mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 155mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L | 451L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,589kg (better) | 1,667kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 39.2kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 204 mi (better) | 180 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,995 | Not available |
| Price after EV grant | £25,495 (-£1,500) | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2019–2022 |
* Cupra Raval: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 204 miles (better) | 180 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 139 miles (better) | 126 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 23 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.2 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km (better) | 153 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 37 kWh | 39.2 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 99 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 395 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.
Cupra Raval
V1 37kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Kia e-Niro
2
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Cupra Raval
V1 37kWh
Owners love
- Competitive range of 238 miles WLTP, ahead of key rivals like Alpine A290 and Mini JCW Electric
- Spacious interior with 441-litre boot capacity, offering more cargo space than larger competitors like Cupra Leon
- Engaging handling with responsive steering and 15-stage adaptive dampers that allow personalized tuning
Watch out for
- Real-world range approximately 150 miles with safety margin, significantly less than WLTP claims, limiting long-distance suitability
- Retractable door handles are unreliable and difficult to operate smoothly
- Voice command system frequently interrupts conversations and ambient sounds
Owner tips
- Test adaptive dampers across the 15 stages to find the ideal setting for your driving style and road conditions
- Budget for real-world range of 150 miles for trip planning rather than relying on WLTP figures
Kia e-Niro
2
Owners love
- Very efficient, with owners commonly seeing 4 miles per kWh or more and 250 miles or so from a charge in mild weather
- Little or no battery degradation reported, even on high-mileage and taxi cars
- Comfortable, quiet and easy to live with, with a high seating position and wide-opening doors
Watch out for
- A minority of cars develop a whining or rattling motor and reduction-gear bearing noise, usually fixed under warranty but sometimes with long waits for parts
- The boot is smaller than the crossover shape suggests
- Range drops by around 30% in winter and noticeably at motorway speeds
Owner tips
- Listen for whining, rattling or ticking from the drivetrain on the test drive
- Check the service history is complete (every 12 months or 10,000 miles) to keep the warranty valid
Buying options
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Cupra Raval
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Kia e-Niro
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Cupra Raval and Kia e-Niro like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 139 miles for the Cupra Raval and 126 miles for the Kia e-Niro - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Raval or the Kia e-Niro?
The two are within 21 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 616 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Raval and about 595 mm of total clearance for the Kia e-Niro. The Kia e-Niro 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 Cupra Raval or the Kia e-Niro?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Cupra Raval and 86% for the Kia e-Niro. That gives the Cupra Raval a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Cupra Raval's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia e-Niro's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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