2024 Genesis GV60 vs. 2024 Kia Niro EV Review

Picture of the 2024 Genesis GV60

2024 Genesis
GV60

MSRP*: $52,000 to $69,550
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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 54.7 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 314-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 429-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 225 - 429 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,653 lbs
Exterior Length 177.8 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 74.4 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 36.9 in
Head Room Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 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 Genesis GV60 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Niro EV, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Genesis GV60 and the Kia Niro EV.

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). The Genesis GV60 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Niro EV, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Genesis GV60 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 Genesis GV60, which is slightly longer than the Kia Niro EV.

Handling
The Genesis GV60 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Kia Niro EV, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Genesis GV60, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Kia Niro EV. When it comes to horsepower, the Genesis GV60 greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro EV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Genesis GV60 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 Genesis GV60 and the Kia Niro EV. The Genesis GV60 has less cargo space than the Kia Niro EV, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.