Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD vs Kia Niro EV Wind

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD 5.5 s Runner-up: 7.8 s
Range winner Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD 480 km Runner-up: 460 km
Power winner Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD 340 hp Runner-up: 204 hp
Cargo winner Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD 769 L Runner-up: 475 L
Price winner Kia Niro EV Wind $40,875 Runner-up: $43,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD against the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.5 seconds, compared with 7.8 seconds for 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind. 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the higher listed output at 340 hp; 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 136 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD at 580 Nm and 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind at 255 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD carries the longer listed range at 480 km, against 460 km for 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind. 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has the lower recorded consumption at 14.1 kWh/100km; 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is listed at 17.7 kWh/100km. 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 150 kW, compared with 80 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 769 litres versus 475 litres, a difference of 294 litres. 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind carries the higher towing rating at 750 kg, while 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is listed at 680 kg. 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is 417 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has the lower listed starting price at $40,875, compared with $43,900 for 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD. 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD2026 Kia Niro EV Wind2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.5 s7.8 s
Top Speed190 km/h167 km/h
Power340 hp204 hp
Torque580 Nm255 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range480 km460 km
Battery85 kWh64.8 kWh
Efficiency17.7 kWh/100km14.1 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging150 kW80 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,837 mm4,420 mm
Ground Clearance185 mm160 mm
Cargo769 L475 L
Curb Weight2,200 kg1,757 kg
Towing680 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.2 m10.6 m
Starting MSRP$43,900$40,875

Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD vs Kia Niro EV Wind questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.5 seconds, versus 7.8 seconds for 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the higher listed top speed at 190 km/h (118 mph), compared with 167 km/h (104 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has more power at 340 hp, a 136 hp advantage over 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind.

Which has more range, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the longer listed range at 480 km (298 miles), versus 460 km (286 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the larger listed battery at 85.0 kWh, compared with 64.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has more listed cargo space at 769 litres (27.2 cu ft), versus 475 litres (16.8 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has the higher listed towing capacity at 750 kg (1,653 lb), compared with 680 kg (1,499 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is heavier at 2,200 kg (4,850 lb), while 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind is listed at 1,757 kg (3,874 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $40,875 USD, compared with $43,900 USD for 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.