2024 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2024 Kia Niro Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler

2024 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $31,995 to $91,545
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Picture of the 2024 Kia Niro

2024 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,940 to $35,340
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MPG - City 13 - 20 MPG 53 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 23 MPG 45 - 54 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic, Manual Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 - 470 hp 139 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 166.8 - 188.4 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 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 Jeep Wrangler offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Niro, with comparable head- and legroom. The Jeep Wrangler will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Niro.

Convenience
With the Kia Niro, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Jeep Wrangler, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 Jeep Wrangler will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Niro, which has a much lower MSRP.

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

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Wrangler greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Wrangler and the Kia Niro. The Jeep Wrangler has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Niro.