Kia Niro EV Wind vs Kia Niro 1.6 HEV

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Kia Niro EV Wind 7.8 s Runner-up: 10.4 s
Power winner Kia Niro EV Wind 204 hp Runner-up: 141 hp
Cargo winner Kia Niro EV Wind 475 L Runner-up: 451 L
Price winner Kia Niro 1.6 HEV $29,590 Runner-up: $40,875

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind against the 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.8 seconds, compared with 10.4 seconds for 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV. 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has the higher listed output at 204 hp; 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV is rated at 141 hp, a difference of 63 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV at 265 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

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 475 litres versus 451 litres, a difference of 24 litres. 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind carries the higher towing rating at 750 kg, while 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV is listed at 600 kg. The two cars share the same recorded overall length of 4,420 mm. 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

2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV has the lower listed starting price at $29,590, compared with $40,875 for 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind. 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind 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.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Kia Niro EV Wind2025 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV2024
Performance
0-100 km/h7.8 s10.4 s
Top Speed167 km/h165 km/h
Power204 hp141 hp
Torque255 Nm265 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range460 km
Battery64.8 kWh
Fuel Tank42 L
Efficiency14.1 kWh/100km4.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km100 g/km
DC Charging80 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,420 mm4,420 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm170 mm
Cargo475 L451 L
Curb Weight1,757 kg1,390 kg
Towing750 kg600 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m10.6 m
Starting MSRP$40,875$29,590

Kia Niro EV Wind vs Kia Niro 1.6 HEV questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind or the 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.8 seconds, versus 10.4 seconds for 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind or the 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has the higher listed top speed at 167 km/h (104 mph), compared with 165 km/h (103 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind or the 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has more power at 204 hp, a 63 hp advantage over 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind or the 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has more listed cargo space at 475 litres (16.8 cu ft), versus 451 litres (15.9 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind or the 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has the higher listed towing capacity at 750 kg (1,653 lb), compared with 600 kg (1,323 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind or the 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind is heavier at 1,757 kg (3,874 lb), while 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV is listed at 1,390 kg (3,064 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind or the 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV?

2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $29,590 USD, compared with $40,875 USD for 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind or the 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind 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.