2024 Kia Niro EV vs. 2024 Lexus NX 350h Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia Niro EV

2024 Kia
Niro EV

MSRP*: $39,600 to $44,600
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Picture of the 2024 Lexus NX 350h

2024 Lexus
NX 350h

MSRP*: $43,465 to $49,605
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MPG - City Info not available 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 240-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 240 hp
Towing Capacity 1,653 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 174.0 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 36.9 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 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 Kia Niro EV offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Lexus NX 350h. The Kia Niro EV will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 350h.

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 Kia Niro EV will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus NX 350h.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Niro EV is much slimmer than the Lexus NX 350h, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Kia Niro EV, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Lexus NX 350h.

Handling
The Kia Niro EV has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Lexus NX 350h, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus NX 350h is clearly the choice over the Kia Niro EV for pulling heavy loads. The Kia Niro EV has a little less horsepower than the Lexus NX 350h.

Powertrain
The Kia Niro EV has much lower torque than the Lexus NX 350h, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Niro EV and the Lexus NX 350h. With the Kia Niro EV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 350h.