2024 Kia
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2024 Mazda
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| MPG - City | Info not available | 23 - 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | Info not available | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 63.7 ft3 | 56.3 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 187 - 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,653 lbs | 2,000 - 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 174.0 in | 185.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 71.9 in | 75.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 36.9 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.6 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-50 than in the Kia Niro EV, due to its greater head- and legroom.
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 Mazda CX-50.
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 Kia Niro EV is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-50.
Dimensions
Since the Kia Niro EV is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-50, 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 Mazda CX-50.
Handling
The Kia Niro EV has the same turning radius as the Mazda CX-50, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-50 is clearly the choice over the Kia Niro EV for pulling heavy loads.
The Kia Niro EV has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-50.
Powertrain
The Kia Niro EV has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-50, 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 Mazda CX-50.
The Kia Niro EV has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-50.