2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV vs. 2024 Kia Niro EV Review

Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV

2025 Chevrolet
Equinox EV

MSRP*: $33,600 to $43,400
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Picture of the 2024 Kia Niro EV

2024 Kia
Niro EV

MSRP*: $39,600 to $44,600
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 57.2 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 220-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 220 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,653 lbs
Exterior Length 190.6 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 76.9 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 36.9 in
Head Room Front 39.2 in
Rear 38.5 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
The Chevrolet Equinox EV offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Kia Niro EV. The Kia Niro EV offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Chevrolet Equinox EV, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Equinox EV will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Niro EV.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Equinox EV is much wider than the Kia Niro EV, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Equinox EV, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Niro EV.

Handling
The Chevrolet Equinox EV 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 Chevrolet Equinox EV has a little more horsepower than the Kia Niro EV.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Chevrolet Equinox EV transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively 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 Chevrolet Equinox EV and the Kia Niro EV. The Chevrolet Equinox EV has less cargo space than the Kia Niro EV, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.