2024 BMW
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2024 Kia
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| MPG - City | 21 - 23 MPG | Info not available |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 29 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 62.7 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 248 - 382 hp | 201 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 185.9 in | 174.0 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.4 - 74.7 in | 71.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.4 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 36.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 39.1 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.
Comfort
The BMW X3 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Niro EV.
Dimensions
Since the BMW X3 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 BMW X3, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Niro EV.
Handling
The BMW X3 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
The BMW X3 has a little more horsepower than the Kia Niro EV.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the BMW X3 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 BMW X3 and the Kia Niro EV.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the BMW X3 as you will in the Kia Niro EV.