2022 Kia Niro EV vs. 2022 Nissan LEAF®
2022 Kia Niro EV vs. Nissan LEAF®
Overview
What's not to love about an all-electric SUV? You can eliminate your need to go to the gas station, while still enjoying remarkable power, style, and comfort. As you shop for an all-electric SUV, you will come across the 2022 Kia Niro EV and the 2022 Nissan LEAF®. Keep reading for a comparison of these models:
Powertrain
The 2022 Niro EV is powered by a permanent magnet electric motor and 64-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. The vehicle can generate 201 horsepower and 291 pound-feet of torque, which is more than enough for making your daily commute or hitting the highway on a road trip. Additionally, this 2022 all-electric SUV has a range of 239 miles on a full charge.
The 2022 Nissan LEAF® is powered by a 110-KW AC synchronous electric motor and a 40-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, which generate 147 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque. If you want greater power, you can upgrade to the Nissan LEAF® Plus and receive a 160-kW AC synchronous electric motor and 62-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. However, even with the upgraded powertrain, the LEAF® Plus can only generate 214 horsepower and 250 pound-feet of torque. To add, the standard Nissan LEAF® has an EPA-estimated range per full charge of 149 miles.
Interior
Seeking something spacious? If so, consider the 2022 Kia Niro EV. The vehicle provides 41.7 inches of legroom for front-seat passengers and 36-inches of legroom for back-seat riders. Additionally, the Niro EV provides 18.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row of seats, or 53 cubic feet with the second row folded down.
Meanwhile, the 2022 Nissan LEAF® offers 41.2 inches of legroom for front-seat riders and 33.5 inches of legroom for back-seat passengers. It also provides 23.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, or only 30 cubic feet of space with the row folded down.
Safety
If you select the Kia Niro EV as your next vehicle, you can enjoy features like forward collision mitigation, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-keeping system. These standard safety features use sensors and alert systems to reduce the risk of a collision. The Niro EV also comes standard with automatic high-beam headlights, driver attention warning, rear-seat reminder, and navigation-based adaptive cruise control.
The 2022 Nissan LEAF® has standard safety features too. Some examples of these features include forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keep assist.
Ready to Buy a New EV in Lanham, MD?
The 2022 Kia Niro EV is a remarkably well-rounded all-electric SUV. Whether you want the vehicle for your daily commute or to meet your family's needs, this SUV can deliver. Come see it for yourself at DARCARS Lanham Kia.
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.