You’d consider yourself eco-friendly. When the weather’s just right, you grow vegetables in your garden and compost your waste. You use reusable bags at every store and often thrift your wardrobe. Now, you’re ready to drive the Nissan LEAF or the Kia Niro EV to complete your earth-loving lifestyle.
Do you know which EV (electric vehicle) model to choose? Our Dartmouth Nissan team can help! We welcome all Dartmouth, New Bedford, or Fall River, MA drivers to continue reading our comparison below.
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One of the best benefits of driving an electric vehicle is that they’re gas-free! No more visiting the gas station to refuel—yummy snack runs only. Without high-octane fuel, can EVs keep up on the road and handle well? Yes! The LEAF and the Niro EV are proof.
The size of your vehicle greatly impacts how it moves. The slight size differences between the Nissan and the Kia prove this. Let’s take a closer look at their exterior dimensions:
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Nissan LEAF
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Kia Niro EV
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| Length | 176.4 inches | 174 inches |
| Width | 70.5 inches | 71.9 inches |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 inches | 107.1 inches |
Off the bat, you’ll notice the LEAF is longer than the Kia, which means you can expect greater legroom in this model. However, it also has a shorter wheelbase. Say hello to better articulation, maneuverability, and precision handling. Why is a narrower width best? Inner city driving and parking will be a breeze.
What do these EVs offer in the power department? The Nissan LEAF is available with two electric motor options:
- 110 kW electric motor: 147 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque
- 160 kW electric motor: 214 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque
The Kia Niro EV offers just one electric motor, and it has an impressive offering of 201 horsepower and 188 lb-ft of torque. While it has more horsepower than the Nissan’s standard motor, its torque value pales in comparison. More instantaneous torque in the LEAF means you’ll experience exciting takeoffs.
EVs are the future, and you’d better believe they have some brilliant, innovative technology on board. They share several features, including ones that connect you to friends, family, and your preferred entertainment!
The LEAF and the Niro EV make it easy for their infotainment displays to be an extension of your phone. All it takes is pairing to any of these smartphone integrations:
- Apple CarPlay®
- Android Auto™
- Bluetooth®
- SiriusXM®
With six speakers on each model, every note, lyric, word, and nuance will be crisp and clear. When you’re ready to move on to a new playlist or podcast, use each SUV’s Voice Recognition feature!
Apple users, rejoice! The Nissan LEAF comes standard with Siri® Eyes Free. This connectivity feature brings your phone’s helpful AI assistant on board. So, as you drive, you can say, “Hey, Siri!” followed by a command, and she’ll act accordingly.
Although the Kia Niro EV comes with Apple CarPlay®, it goes without this extension feature.
Oh, the places you’ll go in an EV! The sky’s the limit when your vehicle’s battery is fully charged, and the open road looks enticing. Wherever you venture, you’ll be comfortable in the Nissan LEAF and the Kia Niro EV.
Packing for a road trip is simple when you have a spacious trunk! Which model offers more space behind the second row, though?
- Nissan LEAF Trunk Capacity: 23.6 cubic feet
- Kia Niro EV Trunk Capacity: 22.8 cubic feet
While the competition is close, the Nissan does offer a little extra wiggle room for a last-minute addition, whether it’s a toiletry bag, a reusable sack, a pair of hiking boots, or that item you treated yourself to.
If you need a vehicle that dedicates a lot of space to you and your copilot, choose the Nissan LEAF. After taking out the measuring tape, we’ve found the front row of the LEAF to be more spacious than the Niro EV.
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Nissan LEAF
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Kia Niro EV
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| Front Headroom | 41.2 inches | 40.5 inches |
| Front Legroom | 42.1 inches | 41.5 inches |
More wiggle room up front makes the Nissan LEAF the better choice for drivers of all sizes—and when your copilot wants to bust out the air guitar.
The Nissan LEAF and the Kia Niro EV are popular electric vehicles in Dartmouth, New Bedford, or Fall River, MA because of their unique attributes. Which model will complete your eco-friendly lifestyle better, though? The Nissan’s range of power, Siri® Eyes Free integration, and more roomy dimensions make it the clear winner for us!
Do you agree? If so, book a test drive with Dartmouth Nissan today!
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