2023 Buick Envision vs. 2023 Kia Niro EV Review

Picture of the 2023 Buick Envision

2023 Buick
Envision

MSRP*: $33,400 to $47,460
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Picture of the 2023 Kia Niro EV

2023 Kia
Niro EV

MSRP*: $39,550 to $44,550
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 29 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.7 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,653 lbs
Exterior Length 182.5 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 36.9 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Buick Envision than in the Kia Niro EV. The Kia Niro EV will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Buick Envision.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Buick Envision or the Kia Niro EV, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Envision is much wider than the Kia Niro EV, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Buick Envision, which is slightly longer than the Kia Niro EV.

Handling
The Buick Envision has a larger turning radius than the Kia Niro EV, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Buick Envision has a little more horsepower than the Kia Niro EV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Buick Envision does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro EV.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Envision and the Kia Niro EV. The Buick Envision has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Niro EV.