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Kia e-Niro vs Skoda Elroq
At a glance
The Kia e-Niro was replaced by the Kia Niro EV in 2022. Compare the Kia Niro EV with the Skoda Elroq
In this comparison, Kia e-Niro leads on city driving, while the Skoda Elroq leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia e-Niro if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Skoda Elroq 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 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Elroq wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueSkoda
Kia
0
Skoda
6.3
Motorway RangeSkoda
Kia
2.5
Skoda
4.6
FamilySkoda
Kia
3.7
Skoda
7.2
Cost Per MileSkoda
Kia
5.1
Skoda
8.2
City DrivingKia
Kia
7.1
Skoda
6.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Skoda Elroq
SE L 60
- 101 miles more WLTP range
- 55 kW faster rapid charging
- 40 kW more power
- 1.3s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1.3 m tighter turning circle
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £33,970 |
| Official range | 180 miles | 280 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 451 L | 470 L (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 8.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia e-Niro
Skoda Elroq
Length
Kia e-Niro4,375mm-113mm
Skoda Elroq4,488mm
Width
Kia e-Niro1,805mm-79mm
Skoda Elroq1,884mm
Height
Kia e-Niro1,570mm-55mm
Skoda Elroq1,625mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,375 mm | 4,488 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm (better) | 1,884 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,148 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,625 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 9.3 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare (better) | 516 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 451 L | 470 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1580 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Skoda Elroq
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia e-Niro 2 |  Skoda Elroq SE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.49m+113mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.88m+79mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.15m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.63m+55mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.77m+65mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 451L | 470L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1580L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 9.3m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,667kg (better) | 2,457kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 39.2kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 180 mi | 280 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 105kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £33,970 |
| Price after EV grant | Not available | £32,470 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2019–2022 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 180 miles | 280 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 126 miles | 234 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 105 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 39.2 kWh | 58 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 8.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 140 kW (better) |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 310 Nm |
| Drivetrain | fwd | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia e-Niro
2
Skoda Elroq
SE L 60
Watch the reviews
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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 | Kia e-Niro2 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,495 | £31,899 |
| Average used price | £15,045 | £31,899 |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
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
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Calculate company-car tax
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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 - Skoda Elroq SE L 60
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Kia e-Niro
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Skoda Elroq
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia e-Niro
No active listings.
Skoda Elroq
- £31,8992026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Kia e-Niro and Skoda Elroq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 126 miles for the Kia e-Niro and 234 miles for the Skoda Elroq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Skoda Elroq goes roughly 107 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia e-Niro or the Skoda Elroq?
The Kia e-Niro is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 79 mm narrower than the Skoda Elroq. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 595 mm of total clearance for the Kia e-Niro and about 516 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Elroq. The Skoda Elroq also turns in a 1.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia e-Niro or the Skoda Elroq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Kia e-Niro and 84% for the Skoda Elroq. That gives the Kia e-Niro 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 Skoda Elroq has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia e-Niro.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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See both cars in our rankings
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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
Guide
Buying a Used Kia e-Niro or Niro EV: Which Is Which, Range, Warranty & What to Check
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .