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Hyundai KONA Electric vs Kia Niro EV
Selected trimAdvanceChange trim319 mi · 65.4 kWh · £35,000
Selected trim2 · 2022-26Change trim288 mi · 64.8 kWh · £34,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai KONA Electric leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Kia Niro EV counters with the lowest price.
Best value
Hyundai KONA ElectricRange & charging
Hyundai KONA ElectricPracticality
Hyundai KONA ElectricWhich should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai KONA Electric 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 need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p 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 Hyundai KONA Electric wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Hyundai
6.5
Kia
4.9
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
5.1
Kia
2.1
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
6.4
Kia
4.7
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.1
Kia
3.5
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
6.9
Kia
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
- 31 miles more WLTP range
- 51 kW faster rapid charging
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,000 | £34,995 (better) |
| Official range | 319 miles (better) | 288 miles |
| Boot space | 466 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 41 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec | 7.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai KONA Electric
Kia Niro EV
Length
Hyundai KONA Electric4,355mm-65mm
Kia Niro EV4,420mm
Width
Hyundai KONA Electric1,825mm
Kia Niro EV1,825mm
Height
Hyundai KONA Electric1,580mm
Kia Niro EV1,545mm-35mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,420 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,580 mm | 1,545 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 575 mm spare | 575 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 466 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1300 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 27 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 4,355 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Kia Niro EV
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai KONA Electric Advance |  Kia Niro EV 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.42m+65mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.82m |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.54m-35mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.66m | 2.72m+60mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 466L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1300L | Not available |
| Frunk | 27L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,747kg | 1,739kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 65.4kWh (better) | 64.8kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 319 mi (better) | 288 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 101kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,000 | £34,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £31,250 (-£3,750) | £34,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2022–2026 |
* 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 | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 319 miles (better) | 288 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 266 miles (better) | 194 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 41 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 101 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 10.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 164 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 65.4 kWh (better) | 64.8 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec | 7.8 sec |
| Power | 160 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | fwd |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
Kia Niro EV
2
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Hyundai KONA Electric
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £21,270 | £16,530 |
| Average used price | £24,750 | £19,500 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 138 listings (better) | 87 listings |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 42.2% over ~6 months | Down 43.6% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai KONA Electric Advance
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist60%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
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.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
Owners love
- Excellent driving dynamics with responsive handling, strong winter performance with proper tires, and instant responsive heating
- Competitive range for daily commuting (290-320km in winter, 300+ miles capability) with efficient regenerative braking
- Strong build quality and solid construction that feels well-engineered compared to competitors
Watch out for
- Significant winter range loss of 25-35% requires careful trip planning in cold climates
- Cramped headroom and limited interior space compared to competitors like Kia Soul EV and Niro EV
- Level 1 (120V) charging is impractically slow at approximately 100km per 12 hours without Level 2 installation
Owner tips
- Install a Level 2 home charger (7.4kW) as soon as feasible; a 20A 220V outlet with supplied charger offers a cost-effective interim solution
- Pre-heat the vehicle while plugged in before departure to minimize climate control energy consumption in cold weather
Kia Niro EV
2
Owners love
- Efficient, with owners commonly seeing 3.5-4.5 miles per kWh
- Quiet, comfortable and easy to drive, with a useful i-Pedal one-pedal mode
- A bigger boot than the e-Niro, plus a small front storage compartment
Watch out for
- Rapid charging peaks at around 80 kW, slow next to newer EVs
- Winter range falls well short of the official figure, around 220-230 miles in real use
- The heat pump was an extra-cost option, and cars without it lose more range in winter
Owner tips
- Check whether the car has the optional heat pump if you do a lot of winter driving
- Keep motorway speeds around 60-65 mph when range matters
Buying options
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Hyundai KONA Electric
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Kia Niro EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- £31,9902026Cars2View
- £22,5002024EV ExpertsView
- £15,6952023Drive GreenView
Kia Niro EV
- £22,6412024Car360View
- £13,4052023Car360View
- £23,6502024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Kia Niro EV?
The Kia Niro EV is £5 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai KONA Electric is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £176 for the Kia Niro EV, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £195 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai KONA Electric and Kia Niro EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 266 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric 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 Hyundai KONA Electric goes roughly 71 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Kia Niro EV?
The two are within 0 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 Hyundai KONA Electric and about 575 mm of total clearance for the Kia Niro EV.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Kia Niro EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 84% for the Kia Niro EV. That gives the Hyundai KONA Electric a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The Hyundai KONA Electric has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia Niro EV.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .