Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range vs Kia Niro EV Wind

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 5.3 s Runner-up: 7.8 s
Range winner Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 483 km Runner-up: 460 km
Power winner Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 272 hp Runner-up: 204 hp
Cargo winner Kia Niro EV Wind 475 L Runner-up: 318 L
Price winner Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range $36,745 Runner-up: $40,875

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 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 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 7.8 seconds for 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind. 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed output at 272 hp; 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 68 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range at 343 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 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range carries the longer listed range at 483 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 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range is listed at 14.3 kWh/100km. 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 153 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

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 475 litres versus 318 litres, a difference of 157 litres. 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range carries the higher towing rating at 1,000 kg, while 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind is 187 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

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower listed starting price at $36,745, compared with $40,875 for 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind. 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 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 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range2026 Kia Niro EV Wind2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.3 s7.8 s
Top Speed180 km/h167 km/h
Power272 hp204 hp
Torque343 Nm255 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range483 km460 km
Battery69 kWh64.8 kWh
Efficiency14.3 kWh/100km14.1 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging153 kW80 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,233 mm4,420 mm
Ground Clearance175 mm160 mm
Cargo318 L475 L
Curb Weight1,790 kg1,757 kg
Towing1,000 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m10.6 m
Starting MSRP$36,745$40,875

Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range vs Kia Niro EV Wind questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 7.8 seconds for 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed top speed at 180 km/h (112 mph), compared with 167 km/h (104 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has more power at 272 hp, a 68 hp advantage over 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind.

Which has more range, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the longer listed range at 483 km (300 miles), versus 460 km (286 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the larger listed battery at 69.0 kWh, compared with 64.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2025 Kia Niro EV Wind has more listed cargo space at 475 litres (16.8 cu ft), versus 318 litres (11.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,000 kg (2,205 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range is heavier at 1,790 kg (3,946 lb), while 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind is listed at 1,757 kg (3,874 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $36,745 USD, compared with $40,875 USD for 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Kia Niro EV Wind?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 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.